Would you get a brain implant? Is the ER a place for kids? We may soon have bionic skin. Listen to this before becoming vegetarian.

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Many families rely on infant formula to feed their babies, but these products still can’t perfectly recreate the magic of breast milk. This week, We speak with Dr. Patrick Shih, a researcher who’s discovered a new way to replicate compounds found in breast milk that’ve eluded the industry for decades.

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With the Olympics underway, we get to see some of the best athletes from around the world compete for gold. However, a chance at the podium requires more than just physical skill. Our experts explain the mental training that goes into this preparation, and how athletes can stay on top of their mental health.

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Lifesaving medication that can turn deadly. TikToker’s aren’t doctors. Working on the night shift may be causing you extra stress. Is plant formula the new breast milk?

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It’s not uncommon to see parents swinging their kids around or avoiding a fall by lifting them up by one arm. Unfortunately, these common moves can dislocate your child’s elbow and lead to more issues down the road. Our expert discusses the common causes of nursemaid’s elbow and how to fix the injury.

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You know that little voice inside your head? Well, not everyone has it. In fact, we all exist on a spectrum from those who talk to themselves all day long, to many who think a few words here and there. Our expert explains the impact of having less inner speech and the creative methods used to research this phenomenon.

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Honey bees may make an appearance at your next doctor’s visit. Should all kids be sent to preschool? Can dreams help us process negative emotions? The American diet is improving, but that’s not good enough.

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While some women won’t even know they’ve developed a uterine fibroid, most will have at least some – often significant – symptoms due to the tumor. They can cause heavy bleeding, anemia, and infertility. Our expert shares everything you need to know about fibroids, including alternative treatment options.

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It may seem like people are taking weight loss drugs like candy these days, but what are the true side effects of these GLP-1 medications? We discuss the life-changing results, what we don’t yet know about these drugs, as well as the concerns around these medications becoming popular in certain communities.

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The invisible burden of frontline workers. Quitting e-cigarettes may have just gotten a lot easier. Some newborn senses are more important than others.

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