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Oh, baby! While some celebrities get started growing their families early on, these stars waited to have children until later in life. Alanis Morissette, for example, announced in March 2019 that she is expecting her third child at age 44. The “Ironic” singer, who married rapper Mario “Souleye” Treadway in 2010, posted a baby bump

While Google is often held up as an example of a company that is great for moms, particularly because of its generous parental leave, a recent internal memo is calling that into question. Titled “I’m Not Returning to Google After Maternity Leave, and Here is Why,” the detailed account was initially shared on a message

Head and neck cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the world. The vast majority of cases are head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), a type of cancer that arises in the outer layer of the skin and mucous membranes of the mouth, nose and throat. Cigarette smoking is a major risk factor

A crucial signaling pathway that can tell the immune system to fight off cancer can also be co-opted by cancer cells to put the brakes on the immune system, according to a new study from researchers in the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania. Researchers say this increased understanding can serve as a

The final stretch! Kieran Culkin and his wife, Jazz Charton, are enjoying a beach babymoon ahead of their first child’s arrival. The mom-to-be posted a baby bump pic from the sand on her Tuesday, August 6, Instagram Story, writing, “Babymoon #stomachorbeachball.” She went on to share a selfie with the actor, 36, captioned, “Third-wheeling with

In today’s social media world, it’s easier than ever to find “facts”—and increasingly difficult to figure out which of them are actually true. Reporting based on findings of nutrition research, in particular, is rife with exaggerations, contradictions, and flat-out inaccuracies. Many people end up making food decisions based on this flawed advice, instead of following

Researchers from the UCLA School of Dentistry have provided insight into how the mechanical process of bone loss works and have also identified a protein that is responsible for recycling of the cells that can also promote bone loss. The team showed that by eliminating a key protein responsible for the activation of bone loss,

If you’re ride or die with your zodiac sign and refuse to believe anything could break your bond (looking at you, Taurus), I’m sorry, but I’m about to drop an astrological bomb: Turns out your zodiac sign changes throughout your life. Before you start rethinking, well, everything—no, your entire life hasn’t been a lie. Or at least,

Back-to-school is here, and no matter what grade your kids are in, from kindergarten to college, you’re likely going back-to-school shopping. Is it just us, or does it seem like each year the shopping list gets a little bit longer? And while sure, pens and notebooks are only a couple dollars, those costs can add

Stop focusing on concussions: ANY head hits to football players can severely damage the brain and lead to CTE – whether they are concussed or not, study finds Researchers examined 38 college football players, only two of whom had concussions during the course of the season  They found damage to the midbrain’s white matter even

A new report looks at cancer in adults 85 and older and finds incidence and mortality trends are generally similar to those in people 65 to 84, but screening is unexpectedly high and survival is poorer. The report appears in the American Cancer Society journal, CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians. Adults aged 85 years

A study published in Cell Reports Aug. 6 describes the generation of a new mouse model developed at Hollings Cancer Center that could lead to a better understanding of the cachexia syndrome. This wasting condition, characterized by excessive weight loss, has one of the highest incidence in pancreatic cancer patients. Denis Guttridge, Ph.D., Hollings Cancer

Living longer is the ultimate quest in life. The desire to preserve meaningful relationships and embark on new adventures for as long as possible is a universal goal. Fortunately, leaps in scientific and medical knowledge are providing answers to life’s most fundamental question. Recent evidence makes the case even stronger for maintaining an active lifestyle.

While most of us know Maggie Gyllenhaal from her roles in Mona Lisa Smile, The Dark Knight, or her most recent TV endeavor The Deuce, she is also the Brooklyn mom that I aspire to be. At an event hosted by LensCrafters on Wednesday, SheKnows had the opportunity to sit down with Gyllenhaal to talk

Double trouble! Brandon Jenner’s girlfriend, Cayley Stoker, is pregnant and expecting twins, Us Weekly confirms. The “Death of Me” singer, 38, already shares 4-year-old daughter Eva with his estranged wife, Leah Jenner. He and Don Felder‘s daughter, 36, tied the knot in 2012 and announced their separation six years later. “It is with love in

Eating rye comes with a variety of health benefits. A new study from the University of Eastern Finland now shows that both lactic acid bacteria and gut bacteria contribute to the health benefits of rye. Published in Microbiome, the study used a metabolomics approach to analyse metabolites found in food and the human body. Rye

A combination of off-the-shelf quantum dot nanotechnology and a smartphone camera soon could allow doctors to identify antibiotic-resistant bacteria in just 40 minutes, potentially saving patient lives. Staphylococcus aureus (golden staph), is a common form of bacterium that causes serious and sometimes fatal conditions such as pneumonia and heart valve infections. Of particular concern is

Rita Ora is on a relaxing vacation in Ibiza with friends. The pop singer shared a series of bikini photos to Instagram during her trip. Her abs look so toned in a tiny black string bikini. Rita Ora may be enjoying a relaxing vacation in Ibiza with friends, but the pop singer’s body—specifically her rock-hard

Two thirds admitted to being confused about what vitamins and minerals the children should have in their diet, and those that did, were unsure as to the best foods to provide it. Seven in 10 parents know youngsters should consume five portions of fruit and veg a day – but 29 percent admit they have

The human liver is a vital organ involved in multiple functions. Because susceptibility to liver diseases is highly variable among patients, researchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) have engineered a model liver system that can be personalized for disease modeling and drug discovery. In a study