Combined oral contraceptive use among people with migraine with aura persists, despite cautions

December 19, 2025 Medical Xpress.com

Current medical guidelines discourage the use of combined oral contraceptives (COCs) among people who experience migraine with aura—a type of migraine accompanied by temporary neurological symptoms—due to a heightened risk for stroke. Despite these concerns, a notable percentage of people diagnosed with migraine with aura are still receiving prescriptions for these oral contraceptives, according to a new study led by Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) researchers.

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The Key to a Strong Relationship? Communication

August 2, 2023 Community Partners

Effective communication is the foundation of any strong, healthy relationship. This article will explore the key elements required to build better communication between partners. We’ll cover the importance of active listening, using empathy and understanding […]

Why you should stop buying vitamins and get more sleep instead

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Almost half of all Canadians regularly take at least one nutritional supplement such as vitamins, minerals, fibre supplements, antacids and fish oils. Many of these individuals are healthy and hoping to improve general well-being or prevent chronic […]

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Whether you jog to keep fit or compete in marathons, the physically demanding sport of running can deplete the body of essential nutrients. During a race like a half-marathon, a runner’s metabolism — or ability […]

Exposure to common air pollutants alters adolescent brain development, study finds

December 19, 2025 Medical Xpress.com

Physician-scientists at Oregon Health & Science University warn that exposure to air pollution may have serious implications for a child’s developing brain.This article was originally [...]
First pediatric heart and liver dual organ transplant performed

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Children’s Hospital Colorado (Children’s Colorado) successfully performed the hospital’s first-ever heart and liver dual organ transplant, with support from dozens of team members across 25 [...]
Young children more likely to visit ER after virtual care than in-person visits, study shows

December 19, 2025 Medical Xpress.com

A new Ontario-based study finds that children aged three months to two years are more likely to visit the emergency department (ED) within three days [...]