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Is Parkinson’s disease, 'world’s fastest growing brain disease,’ mostly preventable? Study offers clues
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Frozen strawberries linked to a Hepatitis outbreak have been recalled. The reason is gross — and might be unavoidable.
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Just 11 minutes of exercise each day can help people avoid an early death, and help prevent heart disease, stroke, and some cancers. Benefits increased with time spent exercising, with 150 weekly minutes, or 30 daily minutes showing even greater results. If 150 minutes of exercise each week seems daunting, even small amounts of movement can improve health outcomes.
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- People
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