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Health news • Apr 20

April means peak allergy season. Here's how to ease the symptoms

OHIO — Noticing more watery eyes, stuffiness or maybe even your skin itching? April marks peak allergy season in Ohio, and tree pollen levels are on the...

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Health news • Apr 20

How weed affects adolescent brains

Today's health news covers the latest CDC director nominee, the ongoing measles outbreak, and a controversial cancer study.

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Health news • Apr 20

After a year of turmoil, cancer researchers see promising signs for mRNA vaccines

The mRNA-based Covid vaccines helped blunt the impact of the pandemic but also sparked political backlash that has threatened to slow or derail dozens of...

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Health news • Apr 20

Shocking! Study Claims Weight Loss Drugs Cause More Muscle Loss Than Expected

Weight loss drugs have been studied extensively for possible side effects., Health News News, Health and Me.

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Health news • Apr 20

Untreated syphilis on the rise in Alabama with no sign of letting up. Here’s why

The Alabama Department of Public Health said they expect syphilis cases to go up over the next two years.

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Health news • Apr 20

Coffee as therapy: The popular prescription for stress

For many students, a trip to a cafe is no longer about grabbing a caffeine boost. Across campuses and city streets, coffee shops have become more than...

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Health news • Apr 20

Doctors are noticing a concerning trait in babies just hours after birth

New research shows that a trait showing up in newborns is bringing concern for their health, all thanks to their gut microbiome.

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Health news • Apr 20

Here's What Happens When You Drink Diet Soda Every Day, According to Registered Dietitians

See what happens to your body when you drink diet soda daily, per registered dietitians. While diet soda is typically calorie-free, there are other factors...

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Health news • Apr 20

After a year of turmoil, cancer researchers see promising signs for mRNA vaccines

The mRNA-based Covid vaccines helped blunt the impact of the pandemic but also sparked political backlash that has threatened to slow or derail dozens of...

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Health news • Apr 20

Louisiana’s measures to fight ‘zombie’ deer disease have some hunters up in arms

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has banned the use of bait to hunt deer in much of northern Louisiana — a precautionary measure to...

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Health news • Apr 20

New COVID subvariant ‘Cicada’ on the rise in California, just in time for summer

A highly mutated COVID-19 strain is circulating in California — raising concerns that disease activity could rise heading into the summer.

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Health news • Apr 20

Fatty liver? Here’s what to eat and what to avoid

Weight loss – achieved through calorie restriction, physical activity and healthy eating – is the cornerstone of treatment.

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Health news • Apr 20

This Everyday Drink Is Linked to an 18% Lower Risk of Dementia, According to a 43-Year Study

A study of nearly 132000 people found that those who regularly drank caffeinated coffee or tea had an 18% lower risk of dementia.

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Health news • Apr 20

As Measles Takes Toll on Kids, Anti-Vaxxers Have Change of Heart

Katie Jennings was scrolling on her phone last April when a headline stopped her cold. A second unvaccinated child had died of measles in her home state of...

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Health news • Apr 20

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

The American Academy of Neurology issued guidance on using wearable data devices, like smartwatches or an Oura Ring, to track key health metrics that can...

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Health news • Apr 20

There’s New Evidence for How Loneliness Affects Memory in Old Age

A longitudinal study found that loneliness is more closely linked to lapses in immediate and delayed recall than to the overall speed of cognitive decline.

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Health news • Apr 20

388 — Prostate cancer screening: why current PSA guidelines are failing men and how modern tools improve early detection and save lives

In this episode, Peter takes a deep dive into prostate cancer screening, explaining why advanced and metastatic diagnoses continue to rise despite the...

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Health news • Apr 20

Is it true that … only overweight people are at risk of high cholesterol?

Size does matter – as does diet – but your genes are the main driver of your cholesterol levels.

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Health news • Apr 20

What does the frequency of your bowel movements say about your life expectancy?

A new study found that the ideal range for bowel movement frequency is once to twice a day; a persistent deviation from it was linked to an increased risk...

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Health news • Apr 20

Six habits that speed up ageing – from weekend lie-ins to boring evenings in

The sun, pollution, fast food and smoking are all known culprits, but lesser-known factors that could hasten your biological ageing.

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