Gestational diabetes can increase the risk of complications in pregnancy. Health experts are concerned about the increase in cases due in large part to the increase in obesity in our communities.

Vision problems in young children are on the increase and health experts say too much screen time is at least partly to blame. They suggest taking regular breaks from the screen, for at least 20 seconds, and making sure to blink regularly.

Common childhood disease, hand, foot, and mouth disease are very contagious and although it is mostly seen in young kids, anyone can get them.

Feelings of sadness and hopelessness are increasing among teenagers, but mental health professionals say the real thing to watch out for are significant changes in behavior, more isolation, and less interest in previously enjoyed activities.

The HPV vaccine protects against the most common sexually transmitted infection.  The vaccine can prevent cancer from occurring and is most effective when given before exposure to the virus.

Long COVID symptoms like fatigue and breathlessness are becoming more common, especially in younger women and patients who had severe disease. But it does appear that symptoms do get better, in many cases, but it can take up to a year or longer.

A hug from a romantic partner can help reduce stress in women according to a recent study. Researchers found the hug causes a release of a hormone that makes women feel better.  Men in the study did not have the same reaction.

Due to the weather and dietary preferences, where you live may put you more at risk for kidney stones because of the increased risk of dehydration.