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Study finds delays beyond typical 3-day start to production in larger women

Maybe, but heart benefits likely outweigh any potential risk from the drugs, experts say

After-hours operations tied to more complications, study says

More Americans than thought getting second test to confirm diagnosis, study shows

Consequences can include long-term health issues, emotional problems and troubles at school

Most cases start in the fallopian tubes, not the ovaries, study suggests

Distractions at the wheel are major cause of needless tragedies, experts say

The less wealthy are more likely to become disabled or die early, new analysis finds

Many more 10th graders who tried the devices were hooked on 'regular' cigarettes later, study found

Patients harmed by higher premiums in these places, leading doctors' group says

Life span about three years less than for whites, heart association statement says

Pediatricians' group updates infection-prevention guidelines for medical offices

Helped with chemo-linked nausea, epilepsy, but no evidence for other conditions

And women have been hit even harder than men over past decades, study finds

EPA moves likely cut cases of lung and bladder cancer

Relationships and employment often suffer, study finds

Hardest-hit communities need targeted preventive measures, report suggests

Risk of head and neck tumors tied to HPV infection jumps to 15 percent for this group, study finds

Researchers say many doctors and patients may be unaware of the risk

Dirty air and water aren't the only culprits, new report says