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Health news • Jul 06

Researchers uncover possible cause of muscle pain from widely used cholesterol medication

Millions of people rely on statins, a medication used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. But for some, the drugs come with...

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Health news • Jul 06

From Ebola to conflict: Risks rise and the US is less able to respond

The Trump administration's dismantling of U.S. foreign assistance institutions has left the country at greater risk during the current Ebola outbreak in...

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Health news • Jul 06

US completes month with no HPAI cases in commercial poultry

The seasonal slowdown of the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in North America has arrived, with no confirmed cases of the virus appearing...

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Health news • Jul 06

BCG vaccine linked to changes in brain immunity and Alzheimer's biomarkers

A new study adds to previous research linking the BCG vaccine and a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, suggesting the vaccine may alter the brain's immune...

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Health news • Jul 06

I built a house for my dad with dementia to live in with us. When his health declined, it cost $120,000 to support him.

This interview is based on a conversation with John Nuar, 34, who lives in Canton, Michigan. Nuar built a home to live in with his father with dementia,...

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Health news • Jul 06

Scientists discover why exercise reverses muscle aging

Researchers have uncovered a molecular “switch” that helps explain why exercise keeps ageing muscles healthy. By reducing levels of a gene called DEAF1,...

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Health news • Jul 06

6 Daily Exercises That Firm Waist Thickening Faster Than Yoga After 60

Waist exercises after 60 with six Pilates-inspired moves recommended by certified instructors for core support.

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Health news • Jul 06

Legionnaire’s Outbreak Hits Upper East Side—Central Park Visitors Should Monitor For Symptoms

Anyone who visited the impacted area, including the east side of Central Park, should monitor for symptoms.

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Health news • Jul 06

Diagnostic dilemma: Huge mass in woman's stomach was likely caused by Ozempic-style drug — and dissolved with diet soda

A woman's abdominal discomfort turned out to be caused by a build up of food in her stomach. And the treatment involved diet soda.

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Health news • Jul 06

5 Fruits High in Potassium That Lower Blood Pressure

Learn how fruits like bananas, oranges, and kiwis can support healthy blood pressure thanks to their high potassium content and other heart-healthy...

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Health news • Jul 06

Why U.S. measles outbreaks have grown harder to extinguish

The nation is already nearing last year's record case total, and experts say the virus is forcing doctors to relearn a disease many thought had been...

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Health news • Jul 06

Column | Why does cancer seem so common right now? An oncologist explains.

While more people are being diagnosed with cancer today compared with 50 years ago, the good news is that fewer people are dying from it.

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Health news • Jul 06

Cyclosporiasis in Michigan: List of foods linked to some outbreaks

As the cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan continues to grow, the state is sharing a list of known fruits and vegetables that have been linked to the...

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Health news • Jul 06

Air pollution may cause childhood obesity by disrupting impulse control, study finds

Babies exposed to higher levels of neurotoxin more likely to have difficulty controlling impulses later, research shows.

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Health news • Jul 06

The No. 1 Way to Tell If a Food Is Anti-Inflammatory, According to Experts

If you're dealing with chronic inflammation, your food choices can help you manage the condition. Here's a dietitian's tip to find anti-inflammatory foods.

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Health news • Jul 06

Why experts say peptides just might be the secret to reviving thinning hair

Research suggests these short chains of amino acids can boost scalp circulation, promote collagen production and may even stimulate new growth.

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Health news • Jul 06

Cat Fleas Linked to Fatal Human Disease in Texas

A resurging flea-borne disease is on the rise in parts of Texas, and researchers are warning that domestic pets could be bringing it into homes.

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Health news • Jul 06

Study Raises New Questions About Artificial Sweeteners

By HealthDay Staff HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, July 6, 2026 (HealthDay News) — For decades, artificial sweeteners have been promoted as a healthier...

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Health news • Jul 06

High cost of GLP-1 drugs tries companies’ patience

While two-thirds of large companies cover the expensive medications for weight management, many may drop that coverage in 2027.

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Health news • Jul 06

Blind People Offered Hope of Seeing Again After Stem Cell Breakthrough Remakes Retinal Blood Vessels

Blind people have been offered fresh hope of seeing again after lab-grown cells restored retinal function in mice. When injected into mice with retinal...

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