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HEALTH NEWS


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Colombian family's genes offer new clue to delaying onset of Alzheimer's

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The fight for abortion rights gets an unlikely messenger in swing state Pennsylvania: Sen. Bob Casey

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Want to keep your child busy without screen time? Here’s a pediatrician’s guide to summer activities

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The link between chronic pain and depression

Millions of people live with chronic pain. The CDC says it affects about 21 percent of adults in the U.S. Doctors say people who have chronic pain are also at higher risk for depression or anxiety. We’ll explain how these debilitating conditions are connected.

15 hours ago

How to choose safe cookware to make healthy meals

Consumer Reports reveals the serious problem with tips on choosing safer cookware for delicious and healthy meals.

1 day ago

Dollar Tree left lead-tainted applesauce pouches on store shelves for weeks after recall, FDA says

Government officials say Dollar Tree stores failed to effectively recall lead-tainted applesauce pouches linked to illness in more than 500 U.S. children.

1 day ago

DCPS set to expand access to counselors via mental telehealth platform to 30 schools

Duval County school leaders focused on student’s mental health during a workshop on Tuesday.

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Re-energize your career: Tips to beat boredom

The average American will spend about one-third of their life at work. That’s why finding a fulfilling career is important for many people. But if your job feels stagnant, you may not enjoy going to work every day.

1 day ago

Focusing on the importance of mental health during Men’s Health Month

June marks Men’s Health Month, and while anyone can experience depression or anxiety, men often tend to push off seeking help when needed.

1 day ago

Which popular brands of canned black beans are Consumer Reports’ top picks?

Whether on top of rice, as the main ingredient in chili, or as a side dish to tacos and enchiladas, black beans are a cornerstone of many cuisines.

1 day ago

South Korea orders doctors who joined protracted strike over medical school plan to return to work

South Korean officials issued return-to-work orders for doctors participating in a one-day walkout as part of a protracted strike against a government plan to sharply boost medical school admissions.

2 days ago

Lost chances to treat overdose survivors are documented in new Medicare study

People on Medicare who survived a drug overdose were much more likely to later receive opioid painkillers than any medication to treat addiction — and some went on to die of an overdose.

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How to navigate the end of your pet's life

There are a number of options available to help aging pets and their caregivers, including hospice and palliative care, at-home euthanasia and a growing community of so-called pet death doulas.

2 days ago

Drug shortages keep on growing. Older, injectable medicines are among the most vulnerable

Erin Fox has tracked drug shortages for more than 20 years, and she sees no easy solutions for what has become a record run.

2 days ago

CLIMATE GLIMPSE: Scorching Northern Hemisphere heat leads to deaths and wildfires

The United States is bracing for chaotic weather this week, as the South is set to experience another heat wave following a short respite from searing temperatures earlier this month.

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Alcohol raises risk of heart disease in women, study finds

What happens if you stop taking weight-loss drugs?

TALKING HEALTH


The latest segments from Dr. Scot Ackerman

2 days ago

The good and bad of caffeine: What you need to know

Caffeine is the most commonly used drug in the world. More than 90% of adult Americans consume caffeine regularly. But there are both benefits and risks when it comes to using this popular stimulant.

3 days ago

The anti-abortion movement is making a big play to thwart citizen initiatives on reproductive rights

Anti-abortion groups and their Republican allies in state governments are using a range of strategies to counter proposed ballot initiatives that are intended to protect reproductive rights or prevent voters from having a say in the fall.

Outraged Brazilian women stage protests against bill to equate late abortions with homicide

Thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets of Sao Paulo as protests sweep across Brazil in opposition to a bill that would further criminalize abortions.

Much of US braces for extreme weather, from southern heat wave to possible snow in the Rockies

Much of the U.S. is bracing for extreme weather — especially high temperatures — this weekend and into next week.

Residents and communities preparing for heat wave that will envelop Midwest and Northeast next week

A heat wave will bring dangerously hot temperatures to the Midwest and Northeast next week, with health officials urging people to make plans now to stay safe.

Some hawking stem cells say they can treat almost anything. They can't

Attorneys general across the U.S. have a new fight on their hands: protecting Americans from unproven and expensive stem cell treatments that salespeople claim can cure almost anything.

A few midwives seek to uphold Native Hawaiian birth traditions. Would a state law jeopardize them?

A group of midwives who focus on traditional Native Hawaiian birth practices are trying to block a Hawaii law that requires midwives to obtain licenses.

Lower your risk of falling as you get older with these simple steps

One in four older adults in the U.S. fall each year, putting them at risk of injury, broken bones and even death.

The Supreme Court's ruling on mifepristone isn't the last word on the abortion pill

The Supreme Court has decided to uphold federal approval of the abortion pill mifepristone, for now.

'Tis the season for swimming and bacteria alerts in lakes, rivers

With summer about to start, many people planning to flock to their favorite swimming holes may also want to read up on bacteria warnings.

Bird flu is highly lethal to some animals, but not to others. Scientists want to know why

Scientists are trying to determine why bird flu kills some animals quickly but leads to mild illnesses in others.

The father effect: Science behind dads impact on children

June 16th is Father’s Day, a day to celebrate 50 percent of why you are here. But a paternal bond can mean so much more. Children who are close to their fathers are twice as likely to go to college or find a stable job after high school, 80 percent less likely to spend time in jail and half as likely to experience multiple depression symptoms.

Executives of telehealth company accused of fraud that gave easy access to addictive Adderall drug

Top executives at a California telemedicine company were arrested for allegedly distributing Adderall online and conspiring to commit health care fraud through reimbursements for the medication.

Gov. Hochul considering a face mask ban on New York City subways, citing antisemitic acts

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she is considering a ban on face masks in the New York City subway system, following what she described as concerns over people shielding their identities while committing antisemitic acts.

FDA took months to react to complaint about Abbott infant formula factory, audit finds

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration took 15 months to act on a whistleblower complaint about the Abbott Nutrition factory at the center 2022's nationwide infant formula shortage.

Dozens of hikers became ill during trips to waterfalls near the Grand Canyon

Dozens of tourists say they became ill after visiting a popular Arizona tourist destination known for its towering blue-green waterfalls.

South Africa's health authorities report 2 deaths from mpox this week and warn of local transmission

South African health authorities say two people have died this week after contracting mpox, and it appears there is local transmission of the disease.

Make mine medium-rare: Men really do eat more meat than women, study says

It's a popular notion that men eat more meat than women.

Abortion pill access is unchanged after the Supreme Court's decision. Here's what you need to know

A unanimous Supreme Court ruling means the abortion pill mifepristone remains available in the United States, even through the mail.

The Latest | The US Supreme Court rules to preserve access to the abortion pill mifepristone

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled unanimously to preserve access to mifepristone, the drug most commonly used in medication abortions.

Unanimous Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion medication

A unanimous Supreme Court on Thursday preserved access to a medication that was used in nearly two-thirds of abortions in the U.S. last year.

Weather and certain foods may be triggering your migraines. An unconventional treatment could help ease your pain

That pounding in your head may be more than just a bad headache. We look at the common migraine triggers you may not know about and an unconventional treatment that could ease your pain.

Alarmed by embryo destruction, Southern Baptists urge caution on IVF by couples and government

Southern Baptists have expressed alarm over the way in vitro fertilization is routinely being practiced at their annual meeting in Indianapolis.

Highly potent opioids are showing up in drug users in Africa for the first time, report says

A new report has for the first time found traces of highly potent opioids known as nitazenes in drugs consumed in Africa’s retail drug market.

Past COVID infections may help protect against certain colds. Could it lead to better vaccines?

If you’ve been sick with COVID-19, you may have some protection against certain versions of the common cold.

A 98-year-old man's liver was donated. He is believed to be the oldest American organ donor ever

Transplant organizations say a 98-year-old man may be the oldest American to ever donate an organ.

Denmark recalls spicy South Korean noodles over health concerns

Food authorities in Denmark have recalled three types of spicy instant noodle products imported from South Korea over possible risks for “acute poisoning.”.

Senators blast health and law enforcement officials over illegal e-cigarettes used by teens

Senators criticized top federal officials over the rise of illegal electronic cigarettes in the U.S., a multibillion-dollar business that has flourished in recent years.

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