Daily use of marijuana during pregnancy may lead to an increased risk of low birth weight, low resistance to infection, and can “disrupt the necessary flow of oxygen-rich blood through the placenta,” according to a study from the UNLV School of Medicine.

Two Nevada universities are reporting an uptick of sexual, domestic, and dating violence over the past two years.

Talk about opening up a collective wallet. “They've gone above and beyond, very above and beyond with a current contribution commitment total of $155 million and numerous other pledges in place,” said Gov. Steve Sisolak last Tuesday, announcing a huge gift to the UNLV School of Medicine.

Historically, sexual harassment of casino employees in Las Vegas casinos was not unusual. Talk to any waitress or bartender and you’ll hear stories of harassment from bosses and customers. But since the news broke almost two years ago that Steve Wynn allegedly sexually harassed several employees, then was forced to resign – there have been earnest attempts to change that culture.

Women such as Mary Guinan and Cornelia E. Davis had to prove themselves in the hyper-masculine world of international public health.

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Marijuana use is now legal in several states, but a new study suggests that pregnant women should still be wary of using this drug.

More pregnant people are using marijuana, a study from October revealed, leading researchers to further investigate how cannabis could possibly affect fetuses. New research from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas has provided some insight into this question, suggesting daily marijuana use during pregnancy is linked to adverse fetal outcomes.

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