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published 4 days ago
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Migraine Medication May Reduce Stroke Risk - Newsmax
A common drug used to prevent migraines might have an additional benefit - protecting women against stroke. Women taking the beta blocker propranolol to ward off migraines have a lower risk of strokes caused by blood clots, according to new research to be pre…

A common drug used to prevent migraines might have an additional benefit — protecting women against stroke. Women taking the beta blocker propranolol to ward off migraines have a lower risk of strok… [+3335 chars]

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published 24 days ago
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A New Diabetes Treatment Is on the Horizon—But It Involves Poop
In a small randomized trial, people who took capsules containing donated gut microbiomes experienced fewer gastrointestinal symptoms than those taking a placebo.

A little donated poop may go a long way for people with type 1 diabetes. New research published this week suggests that fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) can help alleviate gastrointestinal issu… [+3664 chars]

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published 30 days ago
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Rare Case of Heat Stroke Highlights Hidden Dangers of Saunas
"Sauna use is a rare but potentially important cause of classical heat stroke," the doctors of a new case report warn.

A trip to the sauna can be incredibly relaxingjust be sure to stay hydrated. In a new report this week, doctors warn of the potential danger of not sticking to this advice: a rare but life-threatenin… [+2932 chars]

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published 3 days ago
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Scientists Uncover an Unlikely New Weapon Against Cancer: Fat Cells
New research suggests that certain fat cells can be reprogrammed into a cancer-starving therapy.

Our body fat may turn out to be a secret weapon in our everlasting fight against cancer. A new study released this week suggests that fat cells can be engineered into a treatment that literally starv… [+3395 chars]

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published 8 days ago
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Brain Monitoring Could Be the Dystopian Future of Work
Advocates say neurotechnology can encourage economic growth and the betterment of society. Others say it could fuel inequity and undermine democracy, among other possible unknown consequences.

Despite all the attention on technologies that reduce the hands-on role of humans at work such as self-driving vehicles, robot workers, artificial intelligence and so on researchers in the field of n… [+5895 chars]

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published 30 days ago
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The Year Ahead In Animation
Balancing quality over quantity while combating worker crunch will pose challenges for the animation industry in 2025.

Isaiah Colbert is a freelance writer who covers games, manga, and animation, with bylines at io9, Kotaku, IGN, and more. For tips and professional inquiries, email him at [email protected]. By all a… [+10255 chars]

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published 8 days ago
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Algorithm study 90% accurate predicting bowel cancer
The method could be used to develop a blood test to identify inflammatory-bowel-disease patients most at risk.

Dominic HughesHealth correspondent, BBC News A new method for detecting bowel cancer is more than 90% accurate at predicting which higher-risk people will develop the disease, according to research.… [+3445 chars]

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published 25 days ago
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'I feel blessed to get weight-loss jab' - but can the NHS afford it for all?
We meet some of the first NHS patients, as expert says funding everyone eligible would "bankrupt" the service.

Ray says he feels "lucky" to have had access to the drug via the NHS, especially now he is a granddad to Willow Ray, 62 from south London, became one of the first patients to receive the weight-loss… [+9904 chars]

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published 4 days ago
Image of the BBC flies with girl, 2, from Gaza to Jordan for life-saving treatment news article
BBC flies with girl, 2, from Gaza to Jordan for life-saving treatment
Two-year-old Habiba al-Askari needs advanced medical treatment for a rare disease.

Two-year-old Palestinian Habiba al-Askari suffers from a rare disease that has cut off the blood supply to her limbs. Doctors treating her said she needed to be evacuated to a hospital outside of Ga… [+315 chars]

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published 30 days ago
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Morning coffee may lower risk of heart disease-related death, research suggests
The study did not say why coffee in the morning reduces the risk and whether it was the sole cause.

The time of day you drink a cup of coffee may lower the risk of an early death, new research suggests. The study found that people who drank coffee in the morning had a lower risk of dying from card… [+3949 chars]

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published 9 days ago
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Australian sect members guilty of causing girl's death
The defendants had denied the diabetic girl her insulin, believing God would save her, a court heard.

Fourteen members of an Australian religious group have been convicted of the manslaughter of an eight-year-old diabetic girl who was denied insulin for almost a week. Elizabeth Struhs died at home i… [+1531 chars]

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published 19 days ago
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We saw three potential futures for smart rings at CES
From medical B2B sales to jewelry stores, smart rings may find new avenues to attracting consumer interest beyond the niche tech sphere.

Smart rings took the tech world by storm last year, but they're still relatively niche in terms of global sales. Samsung aside, most smart ring brands are fledgling startups, all trying to make a nam… [+6381 chars]

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published 6 days ago
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America's No. 1 Silent Killer: What It Is and When to Get Screened
If you haven't already, now is a good time to get your annual physical on the books.

Do you know what the No. 1 cause of death is in America? According to the CDC, it's heart disease, which causes more deaths than cancer, accidents and COVID-19. In a 2025 American Heart Association r… [+6836 chars]

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published 22 days ago
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Colon Cancer: Signs, Risk Factors and How to Reduce Your Likelihood
Rates have been increasing in people younger than 55. Here are the signs and risk factors to know.

The American Cancer Society estimated that there were about 106,590 new cases of colon cancer in America in 2024. While incidence rates for older adults have dropped about 1% each year from 2011 to 2… [+2937 chars]

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published 3 days ago
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Are You Pooping Enough to Be Considered Healthy?
This is what your pooping schedule says about your overall health, according to experts.

Talking about poop can be embarrassing. If you think something is "off" with your routine, you may not feel comfortable comparing your schedule for number two with friends. Yet, how often we poop, ho… [+8714 chars]

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published about 1 month ago
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12 Easy Habits to Reinvent Your Health This Year
Want to boost your health in 2025? Try incorporating these super simple habits into your daily routine.

It's a new year, so it can be a fresh start if you want it to be. If wellness is part of your New Year's resolution, it doesn't have to be daunting. You can start by incorporating simple but powerful… [+8129 chars]

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published about 1 month ago
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The Dos and Don’ts of Safe Ear Cleaning
Stop using Q-tips and opt for safer alternatives to clean your ears. Here’s what you should know.

Earwax, though off-putting to some, is a completely natural and beneficial function of the body. It’s essential for protecting and lubricating the ear canal, but occasionally it can build up to the p… [+5790 chars]

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published 23 days ago
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Move aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission finds
An international committee of scientists has proposed changing the way obesity is defined and diagnosed. The proposal adds more ways to measure body composition and fat.

An international committee of scientists has proposed a change to the way obesity is defined and diagnosed. The goal is to offer a more nuanced and objective way to assess body composition, by adding… [+3453 chars]

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published 5 days ago
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Fidgeting at your desk? Your body may be trying to tell you something
That spontaneous restless movement plays an important role in our health. Here's what to do the next time you find yourself bouncing your knee or clicking and unclicking your pen.

Ever wonder why you bounce your leg, drum your fingers or click and unclick your pen until your colleagues beg you to stop? Don't fight the fidget! It may be your body's way of telling you that "for… [+5329 chars]

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published 25 days ago
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Is one drink a day OK? Here's what to consider
On the heels of the Surgeon General's warning about the cancer risks of alcohol, there's growing consensus that less is better. But how much is enough? Here's what the experts recommend.

On the heels of the Surgeon General's warning about the cancer risks of alcohol, there's a growing consensus that less is better. But this doesn't mean that people who choose to drink should give it… [+6527 chars]

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published 30 days ago
Image of the How to get more movement into your screen-filled life. No gym required. news article
How to get more movement into your screen-filled life. No gym required.
Research shows that 5-minute walking breaks every half hour offset the harm of too much sitting. But that is easier said than done. These 5 tips can help you maintain movement throughout your day.

Want to spend less time on your devices and more time on your feet in 2025? We're here to help with a two-week challenge that can jumpstart your year: Add regular movement breaks throughout your day… [+3326 chars]

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published 30 days ago
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Pre-Lunch Coffee Drinkers Enjoy Lower Risk of Death, Analysis Finds
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Guardian: People who get their coffee hit in the morning reap benefits that are not seen in those who have shots later in the day, according to the first major study into the health benefits of the drink at differe…

People who get their coffee hit in the morning reap benefits that are not seen in those who have shots later in the day, according to the first major study into the health benefits of the drink at di… [+1563 chars]

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published 15 days ago
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People with ADHD are more likely to die early, according to a new study
A new study found that people with ADHD have a shorter life expectancy than their peers without the disorder.

Rocky89/Getty Images <ul><li>A new study found that people with ADHD likely have a shorter life expectancy.</li><li>Men died about seven years earlier and women died nine years sooner than their pee… [+2499 chars]

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published 17 days ago
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5 ways processed meat is aging your brain and body
Processed meats can accelerate aging even if you eat very little. Here's what you should know, and how to eat to protect your body and brain.

Processed red meats like bacon and sausage have been linked to higher risk of dementia, in addition to increased odds of illnesses like heart disease and cancer.Inverse Couple Images/Getty Images <u… [+4724 chars]

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published 18 days ago
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What alcohol does to your brain and body, according to the latest science
Alcohol can increase your risk of cancer, but it can also prevent some heart attacks. Here's the complicated truth.

Getty Images; Istock; Chelsea Jia Feng/BI <ul><li>Drinking alcohol impacts everyone a little differently.</li><li>Musculature, water, genes, tobacco use, and other factors change an individual's ris… [+7739 chars]

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published 18 days ago
Image of the I was diagnosed with sepsis while at Disney World. The hardest thing was dealing with the guilt that I was letting my kids down. news article
I was diagnosed with sepsis while at Disney World. The hardest thing was dealing with the guilt that I was letting my kids down.
I felt so guilty for not being at the parks with my kids. My in-laws stepped out and made sure I got photos of them having fun.

The author was diagnosed with sepsis during a family trip.Courtesy of the author <ul><li>Two days into a family trip, I spiked a 103 fever and didn't feel great.</li><li>At the hospital, I was diagn… [+4151 chars]

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published 20 days ago
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So many young people with colon cancer have clean diets. What gives?
The rising rate of colon cancer in young people can't be caused by diet alone, doctors say. Microplastics, sleep, and antibiotics may play a role.

Getty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/BI <ul><li>Increasingly, young people with clean diets and healthy lifestyles are getting colon cancer.</li><li>Doctors say diet plays a role in the rising risk, … [+13631 chars]

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published 4 days ago
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7 simple ways my diet and routines have changed since entering the longevity world
These are some of the the most accessible, budget-friendly changes I've made to improve my longevity.

The author at the Aging Research and Drug Discovery meeting in Copenhagen, Denmark, on August 26, 2024.Hilary Brueck, Business Insider <ul><li>As a reporter covering longevity and health, I'm skepti… [+7168 chars]

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published 12 days ago
Image of the Eli Lilly's head of obesity talks weight-loss innovations for 2025 — from an Ozempic-like pill to a triple-threat shot news article
Eli Lilly's head of obesity talks weight-loss innovations for 2025 — from an Ozempic-like pill to a triple-threat shot
Eli Lilly's Ozempic-rivaling weight-loss pill orforglipron could be available in early 2026. Its retatrutide may be as effective as bariatric surgery.

Patrik Jonsson is an executive vice president at Eli Lilly and president of Lilly Cardiometabolic Health.Courtesy Eli Lilly; Getty Images; BI Illustration <ul><li>Eli Lilly makes the popular shots M… [+8062 chars]

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published about 1 month ago
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I spent 26 days in the hospital and racked up almost $900K in bills. The real financial battle started when I left the ICU.
Stella Shon experienced a life-threatening reaction to over-the-counter medication and spent 26 days in the ICU. Her out-of-pocket expenses continue.

Courtesy of Stella Shon <ul><li>Stella Shon experienced burn-like wounds all over her body from an allergic reaction to medication.</li><li>One insurance provider paid almost $900K for the ICU. Her … [+7840 chars]

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