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Women Without Children at Age 35 Are at Highest Risk of Binge Drinking, Alcohol Use Disorder

Excessive drinking and alcohol-related deaths are increasing at an alarming rate among women, particularly among reproductive-aged women in their late 20’s and 30’s. Traditionally, women tend to reduce their alcohol consumption once they…

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Where You Live Determines Risk of Severe Pregnancy, Postpartum Complications

The chance of experiencing life-threatening complications from pregnancy, childbirth, or the postpartum period may depend on where you live in the United States, according to a new study led by…

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Gender Identity, Race Intersections ‘Really Matter for Access to Healthcare’

From Florida to Idaho, anti-LGBTQ+ legislation has swept across the country at an alarming rate this year, largely targeted towards limiting the rights of transgender people. Over 550 anti-trans bills—more…