Struggling Economy Likely Culprit for Record Low Birth Rates

Birth rates in the U.S. have dropped for the third year in a row, with experts speculating that the continued decline is due to a tough American economy. Birth rates in the U.S. have dropped for the third year in a row, and teen births haves plummeted. Experts speculate that the continued decline is due to a tough American economy. According to the latest report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the birth rate among all races, and the majority of age groups, is down 3 percent from last year’s all time low. The most significant decline was noted for teens aged 15 to 19, and women aged 20 to 24, for whom rates plunged by 9 percent and 6 percent, respectively. These rates now mark the lowest...

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Osteoporosis Prevention and Therapies

With an aging population, and an increase in incidence of osteoporosis, prevention id definitely the best medicine. With an aging Baby Boomer population, a significant portion of American women have or are facing the possibility of osteoporosis. In fact, approximately 10 million currently have osteoporosis and another 34 million are at risk. Many are asking what they can do to avoid developing the thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density that can develop over time. EmpowerHer has come up with some great ways to prevent the onset of osteoporosis. According to the article by Dr. Daemon Jones, “the best defense is to create and maintain dense strong bones. Studies have shown that weight-bearing and resistance exercises help...

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