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Acetaminophen use during pregnancy linked to language delays in children

Acetaminophen is considered the safest over-the-counter pain reliever and fever reducer available during pregnancy. Studies have shown that 50%-65% of women in North America and Europe take acetaminophen during pregnancy. A new study explored the relationship between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and language outcomes in early childhood. It found that increasing acetaminophen use was associated with language delays.

Researchers identify path to prevent cognitive decline after radiation

Researchers find that microglia --the brain's immune cells -- can trigger cognitive deficits after radiation exposure and may be a key target for preventing these symptoms.

Human beliefs about drugs could have dose-dependent effects on the brain

Mount Sinai researchers have shown for the first time that a person's beliefs related to drugs can influence their own brain activity and behavioral responses in a way comparable to the dose-dependent effects of pharmacology.

Junior doctors' strike: Give us credible offer and we'll end strikes, says BMA

Junior doctors have begun a six-day walkout in England which threatens severe disruption.

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Acetaminophen use during pregnancy linked to language delays in children

Researchers identify path to prevent cognitive decline after radiation

Human beliefs about drugs could have dose-dependent effects on the brain

Junior doctors' strike: Give us credible offer and we'll end strikes, says BMA

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