Maria Godoy
Stories
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Lots of kids wear Crocs, but are they bad for young feet?
Crocs — those colorful clog-like shoes — are popular with many kids and teens. But doctors say foot problems could be possible if they're worn constantly. Here's what to know if your kid wears Crocs.
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Are Crocs bad for kids' feet?
The foam clogs known as Crocs are lightweight, easy to slip on and off, and beloved by many. So why is social media filled with warnings about how they might be bad for kids' developing feet and gait?
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People who exercise have healthier belly fat, new study finds
Here's another good reason to keep exercising. A study finds people with obesity who exercise can store more fat under the skin instead of around their organs, which is much better for their health.
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Hair and skin care products expose kids to hormone disrupting chemicals, study finds
A new study links the recent use of hair oils, lotions and other personal care products with higher levels of phthalates in children. The hormone-disrupting chemicals are a health concern for kids.
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Mosquito-borne illnesses are rising: Here's how to protect yourself
Mosquitos love heat. And as summers get warmer, mosquito-borne illnesses are rising, in the U.S., Europe, and South and Central America. Here are some tips to protect yourself.
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Here's what you can do to protect yourself from mosquito borne viruses
Mosquito borne illnesses are on the rise in the U.S. We'll find out which diseases are most common and what people can do to protect themselves.
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Researchers decipher MIS-C, the scary illness that followed COVID in some kids
Some children who had COVID developed a severe inflammatory response that could put them in the ICU. Scientists have learned why it happens.
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Americans don't get enough sleep. Can magnesium supplements help?
A lot of people are sleep deprived, according to the CDC. Some take supplements like melatonin to help. Now there’s growing interest in magnesium as a sleep aid. But is there any evidence it works?
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Magnesium is social media's new favorite magic aid for sleep. Here's what science says
Is there anything to the social media craze for using magnesium supplements to help you get to sleep?
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COVID is having a summer wave. Here's what it means for older people
What's with the uptick in COVID cases? There's a pattern that's been repeated each year since COVID started -- a late summer wave. Older people and those who are immuno-compromised should be careful.
