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The Mother’s Day Edition of Zocdoc’s booking trends report points to women increasingly taking care of their health during all life stages.
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For years, people died of preventable illnesses — until one doctor created a new role within the healthcare system.
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What’s With The Debate Over Flossing?
There's been mixed evidence over the years but dentists overwhelmingly agree flossing's important.
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While the pill does a great job at preventing pregnancy, its pesky side effects can drive people off of it.
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How Bad Is Commuting for Your Mental and Physical Health?
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Zocdoc Reports: A Year in Skincare
Zocdoc booking trends point to a rise in Americans seeking preventive and cosmetic care for the body’s biggest organ.
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The Surprising Risks of Sleeping In on the Weekend
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What’s Going On with the Kids’ Covid-19 Vaccine?
After months of delay, families of young children wonder when a long-awaited vaccine will be approved.
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