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U.S. births dropped last year, offsetting 2024’s increase and dashing hopes for an upward trend

Experts say people are marrying later and also worry about their ability to have the money, health insurance and other resources needed to raise children in a stable environment.

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HealthNew health benefit of omega-3s: Study shows the supplement may slow down the aging process
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HealthBlack women in the U.S. are more than 3 times as likely to die in childbirth than white women, according to new data
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HealthPfizer CEO had dinner with RFK Jr.: ‘I’m cautiously optimistic’ in spite of his history with vaccines
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HealthOzempic and Wegovy surge to national approval with most U.S. adults considering it ‘a good thing’ to treat obesity
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