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Diagnostic dilemma: A woman started sweating blood from her face and hands - Livescience.com
A 21-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital after she was bleeding from her face and palms, with no obvious cause.
The patient: A 21-year-old woman in Italy The symptoms: Over the course of three years, the woman would occasionally bleed from her face and palms, despite not having any cuts or scratches. There wa… [+2967 chars]
read more >What your walking speed can tell you about your health - Yahoo Life
How fast you walk can be a vital sign, just like your blood pressure or body temperature, which can reveal a lot about your health.
If theres one activity that deserves its shiny health halo, its walking. Its a low-impact activity that breaks up dreaded sedentary time. Its free to do, and it even helps you manage everything from … [+7452 chars]
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Healthier Cities Will Require a Strong Dose of Nature
If we can’t get to the forest, the forest must come to us, in the form of cities designed around green spaces.
If current global trends are correct, in 2025, around 41 million people will die from noncommunicable diseases (NCDs)which include cancer, heart disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory illness, and se… [+2318 chars]
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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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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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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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Waspi women refused payouts - but what other compensation bills are looming?
Billions have been earmarked for victims of the Post Office and infected blood scandals.
The government is facing a backlash after it rejected compensation for women hit by changes to the state pension age. In opposition, senior Labour figures had been vocal supporters of the Women Agai… [+5374 chars]
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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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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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Same GP at each appointment for patients most in need
Surgeries will be financially rewarded if patients with long term conditions see the same GP each time.
Patients most "in need" should be able to see the same doctor at every appointment in their local GP surgery, the government says. GPs will be rewarded financially if they do this and if they go "ab… [+2558 chars]
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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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Heart Attack vs. Panic Attack: How to Tell the Difference
Chest pains need to be taken seriously. Once you've ruled out a heart problem, here's what doctors would like you to know.
People with anxiety may already know what it's like to experience an anxiety or panic attack based on previous (scary) experiences of physical symptoms brought on by stress or another trigger (and so… [+10348 chars]
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The Ultimate Guide to the Mediterranean Diet: What to Eat and Why It Works
The American Heart Association’s latest findings show that adopting the Mediterranean diet could be a great way to protect against stroke.
In its updated 2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke, the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association state that the Mediterranean diet has been shown to reduce the risk … [+6087 chars]
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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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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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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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What were the biggest life lessons in 2024? Here's what NPR listeners learned
The year is coming to an end and with it, many lessons were learned. Some of which could have altered how we move forward into the new year. NPR listeners provide insight on their lessons from 2024.
In almost a blink of an eye, 2024 came and went. A lot of people are reflecting on the past 12 months. They may be thinking about what they accomplished or didn't and what they learned along the way… [+7221 chars]
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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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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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9 unexpected things we learned about mental health and our brains in 2024
NPR's health reporters followed the emerging science on what keeps our brains and our minds healthy. Here are highlights of the studies that piqued our readers' interest the most.
"Brain rot" is the Oxford word of the year for 2024, and it's pretty much what it sounds like: a perceived mental decline from consuming too much online media. If just reading that definition has you… [+8308 chars]
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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]
read more >Federal courts have allowed prisons and private medical contractors to neglect prisoner health
Federal courts have rarely upheld claims of medical neglect in US prisons, even when healthcare providers failed to diagnose cancer or treat heart disease.
Monica Stone holding the ashes of her son, Christopher Cox, at her home in Lakeland, Florida. Cox died after he was attacked in a Florida prison and denied potentially lifesaving care.Octavio Jones f… [+45036 chars]
read more >The FDA says the shortage of popular weight loss drug Zepbound is over. Here's what that means for patients.
The weight loss medication tirzepatide (Mounjaro and Zepbound) is no longer in shortage, according to the FDA. Access to cheaper versions could end.
Tirzepatide, a once-weekly injection to treat diabetes and obesity, is no longer in shortage, the FDA announced, potentially signaling a crackdown on copycat drugs in early 2025.MarsBars/Getty Images… [+4859 chars]
read more >A busy longevity clinic owner is 33 but says her biological age is 22. Here's the daily routine she follows to live until she's 150.
Kayla Barnes-Lentz says she has reversed her age by 11 years. She spends her day optimizing her health and biohacking while running her business.
Kayla Barnes-Lentz uses a hyperbaric oxygen therapy chamber as part of her biohacking routine.Magdalena Wosinska <ul><li>Kayla Barnes-Lentz spends all day optimizing her health to try to live to 150… [+7562 chars]
read more >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]
read more >I got food poisoning on a trip to Italy, and my mom flew over to help me. We ended up having the best time.
On my first international trip at 21, I got food poisoning. My mom flew to Italy to help me recover, and we had an amazing time.
The author (not pictured) and her mother spent a few days in Rome together.Getty Images <ul><li>On my first international trip when I was 21, I got food poisoning.</li><li>I was sick for days in a r… [+3422 chars]
read more >10 things to stream this weekend, from a new Netflix thriller to the Golden Globes
From the new Harlan Coben show "Missing You" to the Golden Globes ceremony, here's what to watch this weekend on Netflix, Hulu, and more.
Jon Pack/A24; Natalie Ammari/BI <ul><li>Movies like "The Front Room" and "Nightbitch" are streaming.</li><li>New TV series including "Missing You" and "Lockerbie" also premiered.</li><li>You can als… [+4355 chars]
read more >2025 TV shows we're most excited about, from the return of 'Stranger Things' to the new 'Game of Thrones' prequel
Some great new TV shows will start in 2025, and other beloved series will return, like "Stranger Things," "Severance," and "Yellowjackets."
Netflix; Rebecca Zisser/BI <ul><li>2025 is already an exciting year for television — and it's only just begun.</li><li>Shows like "Stranger Things" and "Severance" will be back this year.</li><li>BI… [+26080 chars]
read more >Prison guards' use of force is rarely deemed excessive by federal courts and judges, analysis shows
Supreme Court standards prohibit officer use of force only if it is "malicious and sadistic." Courts rarely rule that extreme violence hits that bar.
New York law enforcement officers in riot gear after they regained control of prisoners following the Attica prison revolt in September 1971. The retaking killed 39 people. A federal judge found law-… [+33756 chars]
read more >40 celebrities who have been open about their sobriety
Bradley Cooper, Ben Affleck, Eminem, and Tom Holland are among the celebrities who have spoken about being sober.
Tom Holland, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Bradley Cooper are among the stars who have spoken about their sobriety.Evan Agostini/Invision/AP; Evan Agostini/Invision/AP; Myrna M. Suarez/Getty Images for ABA … [+32037 chars]
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