Katia Riddle
Stories
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Is it the magnesium or the massage? The facts about magnesium lotion for sleep
Social media influencers claim that using lotion with magnesium promotes sleep. But there's little evidence magnesium taken in this way is effective.
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Talking to kids about school shootings. Be truthful and follow their lead
Parents are struggling to figure out what to say to their children after another school shooting. We talked to some experts, who offered these guidelines.
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Are weighted vests good for bones and muscle? Fact-checking a fitness trend
One of the latest fitness trends involves adding weight to your exercise routine by wearing a weighted vest. Influencers claim they help burn calories and build strength. But do they work?
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Are weighted vests good for bones and muscle? Fact-checking a fitness trend
It's a growing fitness trend. People say wearing a weighted vest when you exercise builds bones, strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health. But does research back up these claims?
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Birth control use is up since FDA approved over-the-counter pill
A new study shows access to birth control has increased following the FDA's approval of an over-the-counter birth control pill. In the two years since the pill went on the market, there's a 31.8% percent increase in people who chose this option after having used no contraception at all.
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Women who have experienced stalking have a higher risk of heart disease, study shows
A big, new study shows women who are victims of stalking are at significantly higher risk of heart disease.
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What's the deal with claims that birth control is dangerous?
Social media is full of videos saying hormonal contraception can hurt you and promoting natural alternatives. How did the treatments get such a bad reputation and do alternatives work?
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Trump cuts threaten access to birth control for millions of women
Birth control is routine for many Americans and polls show it's popular across party lines. Now, the Trump administration is withholding funds that provide contraception for low income people.
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How the Trump administration is rolling back access to birth control in the U.S.
Contraception is routine for many Americans – and people across political parties agree that it should be legal and accessible. But the Trump administration is walking back access for some people.
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Judge rules Trump administration cannot block Medicaid payments to Planned Parenthood
A federal judge on Monday ruled that Congress and the Trump administration are not allowed to stop Medicaid payments from going to Planned Parenthood.
