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Dr. Aiya Aboubakr

Dr. Aiya Aboubakr is an internal medicine resident at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center, and a contributor to the ABC News Medical Unit.

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Specializing in 1 sport can be risky for young athletes, experts say

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Toddler 'formulas' are unnecessary and lack nutritional benefits of milk, pediatrician group warns

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FDA advisory committee says common ingredient in some nasal decongestants does not work

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Taylor Swift fans who experienced 'post-concert amnesia' may have better luck at her movie, experts say

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FDA discusses using artificial wombs to help save preemie babies: What to know about the new technology

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6 things experts say can help keep kids healthy in school amid flu, RSV and COVID

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Don't forget about sunscreen when sending kids back to school, experts warn

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Study indicates blue light filtering glasses have little benefit for most: 3 eye-healthy habits to adapt instead

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Not enough moms seek help for postpartum depression. Will the new pill help?

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Lawsuit filed against makers of Ozempic, Mounjaro over claims of 'gastrointestinal side effects'