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Skin cancer survey: How much do we know?

Despite being one of the most common types of cancer, 25% of survey takers are unaware of skin cancer risk factors. Get more updated skin cancer statistics here.
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New childhood obesity guidelines

New recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics include treating this condition with medication and surgery
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Phobia facts and statistics 2024

An estimated 19 million Americans have at least one phobia. These phobia statistics illustrate the effect of phobias on people’s mental and physical health.
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Alzheimer’s disease statistics 2024

An estimated 6.5 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease. Get updated Alzheimer’s statistics by age, cost, and comorbidities.
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Cyberbullying statistics 2024

The top three countries where parents reported the most cyberbullying are India at 38%, Brazil at 29%, and the U.S. at 26%. Find more cyberbullying stats here.
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Childhood obesity statistics 2024

Childhood obesity affects 19.3% of children in the United States. Learn why childhood obesity is increasing.
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FDA approves drug to prevent Type 1 diabetes

Tzield is a game-changer for avoiding complications of this condition
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IUD approved for 8-year use

This hormonal IUD was previously only studied for use up to six years, but has received an extension
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Amoxicillin shortage 101

The oral powder for suspension form of this antibiotic, commonly prescribed to children, is in short supply
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Adderall shortage 101

There are three main factors affecting supply of this stimulant medication
Clipboard with charts: SSRI weight gain statistics 2022

SSRI weight gain statistics 2024

38% of SSRI users report side effects with the most common being weight gain. Compare updated SSRI weight gain stats for Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil, Lexpro, and Celexa here.