INSIGHTS
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Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy Has No Credible Link to Autism
Acetaminophen, widely recognized under the brand name Tylenol®, is the most commonly recommended over-the-counter (OTC) analgesic and antipyretic for pregnant women. For decades, both regulatory agencies and medical professionals have considered it the safest option for managing pain and fever during pregnancy, especially given the well-documented risks associated with alternatives such as NSAIDs and opioids.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder: Treatments, Medications and Lifestyle Strategies
As daylight hours shrink during fall and winter, millions of people experience a noticeable shift in mood, energy, and sleep patterns. This phenomenon, known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), is a subtype of major depressive disorder that follows a seasonal pattern—typically emerging in late autumn and peaking in the darkest months of winter. SAD is
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Stop the Sneeze – Fall Seasonal Allergies
The Growing Challenge of Fall Seasonal Allergies Every autumn, millions of individuals in the United States and around the world experience a surge in allergy symptoms—runny noses, sneezing, itchy eyes, and general discomfort. Among the most common triggers during this season are weed pollens, particularly from ragweed, with recent trends indicating that the severity, duration,