Jennifer Larson

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Jennifer Larson is a freelance writer who lives in Nashville, Tennessee. She has a bachelor's degree from Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee, and a master's degree in journalism from the University of Maryland, College Park. She's a member of the Association of Healthcare Journalists and the Society of Professional Journalists. When she's not writing, Jennifer enjoys reading, running, dancing, watching baseball, and chauffeuring her two young sons to all their extracurricular activities.

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Woman on scale: benefits of losing weight

Health Education

9 perks of weight loss

Even losing a small amount of weight can improve your health—here’s how

Book of AAP guidlines for childhood obesity

New childhood obesity guidelines

New recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics include treating this condition with medication and surgery

person with a measuring tape around waist - save on weight loss medication

How to save on weight-loss Rx

Prescription medications for weight loss are effective—but often pricey. Luckily, there are ways to bring down the costs. Here’s how.

Prescription pad and bottle - most prescribed drugs

Most-filled meds across the U.S.

Experts explain why certain drugs might be so popular in certain places

A stamp for FDA approval - naloxone OTC

FDA approves drug to prevent Type 1 diabetes

Tzield is a game-changer for avoiding complications of this condition

FDA approval stamp

IUD approved for 8-year use

This hormonal IUD was previously only studied for use up to six years, but has received an extension

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: amoxicillin shortage

Amoxicillin shortage 101

The oral powder for suspension form of this antibiotic, commonly prescribed to children, is in short supply

acupuncture needles - acupuncture for diabetes

Acupuncture for diabetes

Here is what experts say about using the traditional Chinese medicine for the management of blood sugar levels

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Chlorthalidone side effects

Adderall shortage 101

There are three main factors affecting supply of this stimulant medication

Advair drug facts

12 facts about Advair

This inhaler isn’t right for people with certain food allergies. See what else is important to know if prescribed this medication.

Inhaler next to workout gear - exercise induced asthma

Health Education

Exercise-induced asthma 101

When working out triggers coughing, wheezing, or chest tightness, here’s what to do

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