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Can climbing stairs help you live longer? 4 takeaways from this week's health news.
News you can use about gratitude, aging and getting out in the great outdoors.
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Dairy farmers are at risk for bird flu. Here's how they can stay safe.
Are cases of bird flu being missed in dairy workers? Experts say it's likely that there are some cases going unreported. Protecting dairy workers should be a top priority.
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8 ways to keep your brain healthy, from doing crossword puzzles to limiting alcohol
Brain health is something people of all ages should be thinking about, say experts. Here are some smart steps you can take to do just that.
6 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Alcohol use is widely accepted in the US, but even moderate consumption is associated with many harmful effects
The number of deaths related to alcohol use in the US grew by a staggering 25% between 2019 and 2020, the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.
6 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Why does the keto diet cause a skin rash?
Keto rash, or prurigo pigmentosa, is a rare, inflammatory skin condition that causes a red, itchy rash with bumps that can look like a web. Here’s what to know
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Understanding Blood Transfusion as a Treatment for Anemia
It can restore your blood count to alleviate symptoms and prevent complications
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The latest on bird flu: How it's spread, what it means for milk and eggs and more
Everything need to know about the spread of avian influenza, aka bird flu, in the U.S.
8 min read - HealthThe Conversation
How bird flu virus fragments get into milk sold in stores, and what the spread of H5N1 in cows means for the dairy industry and milk drinkers
Five livestock experts who study infectious diseases in the dairy industry explain the risks.
5 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Mental health problems come with an added ‘cost’ of poorer cognitive function – a neuropsychologist explains
While only about 20% of people would qualify for a formal diagnosis of a mental disorder, more than 60% express symptoms of those disorders – and those symptoms can lead to cognitive difficulties.
4 min read - USThe Conversation
Students of color in special education are less likely to get the help they need – here are 3 ways teachers can do better
Students with disabilities do better when they remain in general education classes, but systemic bias often leads them to be placed in separate classrooms, a special education researcher writes.
5 min read - WorldAssociated Press
As Charles announces a return to public-facing duties, a look at recent events involving the royals
King Charles III is on the comeback trail. The 75-year-old British monarch will slowly ease back into public life after a three-month break to focus on his treatment and recuperation after he was diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer. In a nod to the help he’s received recently, Charles plans a visit to a cancer treatment center on Tuesday as he gingerly steps back into the spotlight afforded to the monarch.
3 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Diplopia (Double Vision) and Treatment Effectiveness
Diplopia causes people to see double. It’s a symptom of many conditions, some of which don’t originate in the eyes, such as diabetes. Learn more.
8 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Astigmatism and Vision Correction: What to Know
Astigmatism causes vision changes, especially as people age. Learn how vision differs for people with and without astigmatism, plus correction options.
6 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Umbilical Hernia: Identifying Symptoms and Weighing Surgery
An umbilical hernia causes an intestinal protrusion in the abdomen. This may cause pain symptoms. Learn about recurrence after surgery.
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Class of 2024 reflects on college years marked by COVID-19, protests and life's lost milestones
On a recent afternoon, Grant Oh zigzagged across the University of Southern California campus as if he was conquering an obstacle course, coming up against police blockade after police blockade on his way to his apartment while officers arrested demonstrators protesting the Israel-Hamas war. In many ways, the chaotic moment was the culmination of a college life that started amid the coronavirus pandemic and has been marked by continual upheaval in what has become a constant battle for normalcy.
5 min read - HealthYahoo Life
'Vampire facials' likely infected 3 women with HIV. Here's what health experts want you to know about these beauty treatments — and how to stay safe.
Vampire facials themselves may not be dangerous, but unsafe practices at unlicensed spas can lead to infections, experts say.
7 min read - HealthBusiness Insider
The more Americans who take Ozempic, the faster the US economy could grow, Goldman Sachs says
With the US obesity rate hovering at around 40%, tens of millions of Americans could take GLP-1 drugs over the next few years.
3 min read - CelebrityBusiness Insider
A timeline of King Charles' health struggles, from his cancer diagnosis to his return to public duties
Months after King Charles III was diagnosed with cancer, he is set to return to public-facing duties to visit a cancer treatment center.
5 min read - USABC News
More than 150 people in West Virginia exposed to measles: Health officials
About 152 people across 30 counties in West Virginia have been exposed to measles, state health officials said Friday. Earlier this week, the first confirmed case of measles in the state since 2009 was identified, according to the West Virginia Department of Health (WVDH). The patient was someone who was undervaccinated and had a history of recent international travel, the department said.
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CDC: Deer meat didn't cause hunters' deaths; concerns about chronic wasting disease remain
There have been no cases of chronic wasting disease in people to date, the CDC says. But it is still investigating the potential risks.
5 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Should You Use Rapeseed Oil? Everything You Need to Know
Rapeseed is a plant that produces oil, which people use for cooking and industrial processes. Here’s what you need to know about its health benefits.
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Ovation Fertility clinic destroyed embryos and didn't tell IVF patients, lawsuit claims
Nine couples filed a suit against Ovation Fertility claiming its Newport Beach lab destroyed their embryos and didn't tell them before implantation.
6 min read - WorldNBC News
King Charles to resume public duties after 'progress' in cancer treatment
Britain's King Charles III will resume public duties for the first time since his cancer diagnosis as Kate, the Princess of Wales, continues treatement.
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King Charles announces return to public royal duties following his cancer treatment. Here's what to know about his health journey.
What to know about King Charles's recent health issues, from an enlarged prostate to a cancer diagnosis.
6 min read - HealthReuters
WHO says bird flu risk currently low, asks countries to remain vigilant
The UN-agency said countries should implement infection control measures and procedures to reduce human exposure to birds and mammals potentially infected with bird flu or other animal influenza viruses. The WHO said it strongly advises that people consume only pasteurized milk, in which bacteria and viruses have been killed, and avoid consuming raw milk. One in five commercial milk samples tested in a nationwide survey contained particles of the H5N1 virus, the U.S. Food and Drug Administrat
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King Charles III to resume royal duties next week after cancer diagnosis
The king took a break from public appearances nearly three months ago after he was diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer while he was undergoing treatment for an enlarged prostate.
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King Charles III to return to public duties amid cancer treatment
King Charles III will return to public duties next week, a first since his cancer diagnosis was revealed publicly in February. Buckingham Palace announced Friday that Charles, 75, and his wife Queen Camilla will visit a cancer treatment center Tuesday, where they plan to meet with the center's patients and medical staff. The visit will be the first official public engagement Charles has held since earlier this year, when he was diagnosed with cancer following treatment for benign prostate enla
3 min read - WorldAssociated Press
Britain's King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace says
King Charles III is back. The 75-year-old monarch will resume some public duties next week following a three-month break to focus on his treatment and recuperation after he was diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer, Buckingham Palace said Friday. Charles will mark the milestone by visiting a cancer treatment center on Tuesday, the first of several public appearances he will make in the coming weeks, the palace said.
4 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Scalp Massage: Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks
A scalp massage is “good” in the sense that it feels pleasurable. This article covers scalp massage benefits and explains when to proceed with caution.
6 min read - HealthVerywell Health
What Is Red Ear Syndrome (RES)?
A Rare Cause of Ear Redness and Warmth
7 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Understanding the Different Types of Anxiety Disorders
There are several types of anxiety disorders, and knowing which you're experiencing can help treat it. Here are the most common types and what to know about each.
7 min read - HealthAssociated Press
Long flu season winds down in US
The U.S. flu season appears to be over. Last week, for the third straight week, medical visits for flu-like illnesses dipped below the threshold for what's counted as an active flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday. Other indicators, like hospitalizations and patient testing, also show low and declining activity.
2 min read - WorldReuters
Israeli minister Ben-Gvir slightly hurt in car accident
RAMLE, Israel (Reuters) -Israel's hardline national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was slightly hurt in a car accident and taken to hospital on Friday, police said, adding that they were investigating the circumstances. Video aired on Israeli media showed the car Ben-Gvir was travelling in had flipped over. Police commissioner Kobi Shabtai told reporters two other people were injured in the incident.
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FDA approves Pfizer's first gene therapy for rare inherited bleeding disorder
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved Pfizer’s treatment for a rare genetic bleeding disorder, making it the company’s first-ever gene therapy to win clearance in the U.S.
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2 sets of twins born to moms with double uterus delivered at same hospital
An Alabama in hospital has helped deliver twins born in a "one in a million" pregnancy, for the second time. Shellie Pascoe, 29, gave birth in March to a healthy boy and girl, twins whom she carried in two uteruses. Pascoe told "Good Morning America" she learned while trying to become pregnant that she was born with uterine didelphys, or double uterus, a rare condition in which a woman is born with two uteruses and two cervixes.
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Ovulation Pain and Relief Options
Ovulation pain is mild discomfort mid-cycle. Severe pain from ovulation affects your quality of life. Learn what helps with this pain.
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HCA's unchanged annual forecast clouds better-than-expected quarter
(Reuters) -HCA Healthcare on Friday beat Wall Street estimates for quarterly profit and revenue but left its annual forecast unchanged, sending shares of the largest for-profit US hospital operator down nearly 5%. "Demand for healthcare over the course of the year will continue to be strong... it may not be at this particular level, but we're pretty encouraged," said CEO Samuel Hazen on a conference call. The unchanged forecast "likely reflects a conservative posture" by HCA, said Stephens ana
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Drugmaker AbbVie expects Humira volume erosion to worsen
(Reuters) -AbbVie expects a drop in sales volumes of its blockbuster arthritis drug Humira to deepen after recent changes by U.S. pharmacy benefit managers and as patients shift to other drugs. Its shares were down nearly 5% in afternoon trade on Friday, after the company forecast U.S. Humira sales would fall 32% in the second quarter. AbbVie's investors have been closely watching the sales trajectory of Humira - the world's top-selling drug till it lost exclusivity last year and saw the launc
2 min read - HealthThe New York Times
The U.S. Is Flooded with Fake Botox. Here’s What to Watch Out For.
In 2021, police officers arrested a woman after she offered undercover agents counterfeit Botox injections in a makeshift medical office she had set up in a Los Angeles hotel room. A year later, a California-based doctor pleaded guilty to hiding from patients that the drugs she had injected them with were not name-brand Botox, but unapproved versions she bought online. Now, federal and state health officials are investigating a spate of illnesses linked to counterfeit or improperly administered
4 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NFL Draft: Bears take Iowa punter, who immediately receives funny text from Caleb Williams
There haven't been many punters drafted in the fourth round or higher like Tory Taylor just was. Chicago's No. 1 overall pick welcomed him in unique fashion.
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NFL Draft: Spencer Rattler's long wait ends, as Saints draft him in the 5th round
Spencer Rattler once looked like a good bet to be a first-round pick.
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The Suns are on the brink of elimination — and the future in Phoenix looks even bleaker
Down 3-0 in the first round, Phoenix is all but guaranteed an early exit in the big three's first season together. Where do the Suns go from here?
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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones compared his 2024 NFL Draft strategy to robbing a bank
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made an amusing analogy when asked why the team selected three offensive lineman in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Payton Wilson, Steelers' 3rd-round pick, reportedly slid due to lack of ACL in knee
Wilson won both the Bednarik and Butkus awards at NC State last season.
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NFL Draft: Brenden Rice, son of Hall of Famer Jerry Rice, picked by Chargers
Brenden Rice played the same position as his legendary father.
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Lionel Messi is picking apart MLS at a ridiculous rate
Messi, after two more goals and an assist Saturday, is averaging 2.5 goal contributions per 90 minutes so far this MLS season.
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LeBron James and the Lakers avoid a first-round sweep, but the clock is ticking in L.A.
The 11-game losing streak the Lakers had to the Denver Nuggets is over, delaying the inevitable questions about LeBron's future.
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NBA Playoffs: Lakers stave off elimination, snap 11-game losing streak to Nuggets
Nobody beats LeBron James and the Lakers 12 times in a row.
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NFL Draft: Joe Milton III selected by the Patriots, who double up at quarterback
The Patriots took a shot on strong-armed Joe Milton III in the sixth round.
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20 best Anthropologie dresses worthy of your spring wardrobe
Anthropologie just dropped a ton of new arrivals, including a wildly "flattering" Somerset dress.
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