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Health news • Jun 17

Binge-eating mystery affecting millions of women may finally be solved: study

A new study suggests a commonly prescribed medication may increase binge eating in hundreds of millions of women, helping explain patterns of cravings and...

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Health news • Jun 17

Connecticut couple suing Yale New Haven Hospital in sepsis death of 1-year-old following ER visit

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A Connecticut couple is suing Yale New Haven Hospital for its alleged failures to properly diagnose and treat a 1-year-old boy...

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Health news • Jun 17

Life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites is on the rise. Here’s what you should know

Health officials are trying to raise awareness about a life-threatening allergy to meat triggered by tick bites.

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Health news • Jun 17

The Parents at My Kid’s School Have the Same Reaction When I Mention My Girlfriend. It’s Been a Year—Get Over It!

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Health news • Jun 17

Ancient teeth from Siberia rewrite the plague’s timeline, dating back to over 5,500 years ago

Scientists have found evidence of the oldest known plague, dating back about 5500 years ago — some 200 years earlier than previously thought.

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Health news • Jun 17

Search for six-year-old Ebola patient after armed men storm DR Congo hospital

Authorities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are searching for a six-year-old Ebola patient and her mother after armed men stormed the hospital where...

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Health news • Jun 17

California resident infected with rare tick-borne illness, officials confirm

State health officials are warning people to take precautions against ticks after a Northern California resident was confirmed as the fourth-ever person to...

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Health news • Jun 17

'Lightning Crotch' Is A Pregnancy Symptom Not Enough People Talk About

The name is memorable for a reason. Here's what's actually behind this surprisingly common experience.

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Health news • Jun 17

Ancient DNA is rewriting the history of plague

Geneticists have recovered ancient DNA from 5500-year-old teeth, revealing the earliest evidence of plague outbreaks among Siberian hunter-gatherers.

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Health news • Jun 17

Taking A Break? Study Finds Why Many GLP-1 Users Stop And Restart Their Medication

The findings provide insight into the challenges people face while using these medications and may help healthcare providers identify patients who need...

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Health news • Jun 17

Rare Neanderthal baby remains reveal growth patterns similar to modern humans and signs of metabolic disease

Tiny Neanderthal bones and baby teeth recovered from a cave in Germany are helping researchers piece together how Neanderthal children grew before and...

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Health news • Jun 17

Congo Ebola response strained a month after WHO declares international emergency

NAIROBI/LONDON/DAKAR, June 17 (Reuters) - Health workers battling an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo lack the personnel to identify...

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Health news • Jun 17

Why are experts warning latest Ebola outbreak could be ‘worst ever’?

The virus is spreading faster than health workers can track it and international funding has slumped.

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Health news • Jun 17

Why fermented foods are so good for your gut, and 5 ways to eat more of them

Scientists have found that they may lower inflammation, improve blood sugar control and increase the diversity of your gut microbiome.

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Health news • Jun 17

Why weight-loss drugs don’t work for some people

Weight-loss jabs are the latest craze for shedding a few pounds. Their effect has been dramatic with drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy (semaglutide) causing...

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Health news • Jun 17

Inside the push to keep RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda alive

In February at Republicans' private Capitol Hill clubhouse, President Donald Trump's chief pollster delivered a message about voters and their desire to...

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Health news • Jun 17

Ancient teeth from Siberia rewrite the plague’s timeline, dating back to over 5,500 years ago

Scientists have found evidence of the oldest known plague, dating back about 5500 years ago — some 200 years earlier than previously thought.

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Health news • Jun 17

Humans may have hidden regenerative powers

Scientists have taken a surprising step toward unlocking regeneration in mammals, showing that the ability to rebuild complex body parts may not be lost...

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Health news • Jun 17

Study: Microbiome Is Shaped By Who We Live With, Couples Share More Than They Realize

Your microbiome is shaped by who you live with, and new research finds gut bacteria couples share most are tied to poorer health.

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Health news • Jun 17

Dangerous tapeworm linked to severe liver disease spreads into Washington coyotes, researchers report

Coyotes in the Puget Sound area have tested positive for a dangerous tapeworm associated with severe liver disease, the first recorded detection of the...

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