If you’re trying to get pregnant and your partner smokes and drinks now might be the best time for him to quit smoking and cut down on his drinking. Smoking is linked to birth defects such as spina bifida and cleft palate while drinking large amounts of alcohol has been linked to heart defects, among other problems.
Archive for May, 2008
In the News: Smokers are passing down health problems to future generations
Thursday, May 1st, 2008In the News: At last, an excuse to nod off
Thursday, May 1st, 2008The next time your boss takes you to task for napping on the job, tell him or her you are just trying to improve your job performance. It’s official, taking an afternoon nap is good for you and may even make you brainier.
In the News: Cancer risk continues after women stop taking HRT
Thursday, May 1st, 2008If you’re trying to make up your mind about whether or not to take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or try natural alternatives a major new study by the Women’s Health Initiative gives food for thought. The