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1st Look: Meet JJ, Columbus Zoo's Newborn Gorilla
By Mindy Weisberger published
On Sept. 28, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium welcomed a new addition: a male western lowland gorilla, born at 1:18 a.m. ET.
Twins Conjoined at Head Now Separated: What Causes Rare Condition?
By Rachael Rettner published
Twin boys who were born joined at the head are now successfully separated after they underwent a rare surgery that took more than 20 hours.
Addiction's Not Adorable: Babies Less Cute to Opioid Users
By Sara G. Miller published
Opioids may affect how cute people think babies are, a new small study finds.
Using Pot While Pregnant Not Tied to Birth Risks
By Rachael Rettner published
Smoking marijuana during pregnancy doesn't appear to increase the risk of preterm birth or other harmful birth outcomes, a new review study suggests.
In Babies, Zika Can Linger for Months, Brazilian Case Suggests
By Rachael Rettner published
A baby in Brazil who became infected with Zika in the womb still had the virus in his body for months after he was born, according to a new report of the case.
Here's How Many US Mothers Breastfeed
By Rachael Rettner published
The percentage of U.S. mothers who breast-feed their newborns continues to rise.
Serious Head Injuries from Baby Strollers on the Rise
By Rachael Rettner published
More than 360,000 children ages 5 or younger went to the ER for stroller- or carrier-related injuries from 1990 to 2010, a new study finds.
Zika Infection Linked with Rare Joint Birth Defect
By Rachael Rettner published
A small number of babies infected with Zika virus in the womb have developed a rare birth defect involving muscle weakness and stiff joints.
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