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Health news • Apr 11

Marriage status has surprising link to cancer risk, study suggests: 'Clear signal'

Never-married adults are significantly more likely to develop cancer, according to a University of Miami study of over 4 million people in 12 states.

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Health news • Apr 11

Parkinson’s Meds Accidentally Trigger Bacteria to "Eat" Levodopa

COMT inhibitors, meant to boost Parkinson's treatment, unintentionally promote gut bacteria that break down levodopa. This microbiome-mediated interaction...

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Health news • Apr 11

Rise in number of infants and pensioners seriously injured by e-bike riders

A baby and a 96-year-old man are among the vulnerable people who have been taken to hospital in e-bike accidents, documents show.

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Health news • Apr 11

These 3 Vitamins Could Help Reduce Your Stroke Risk, According to a New Study

A new study finds that thiamin, riboflavin and niacin-rich foods may help reduce stroke risk. Learn which everyday foods support brain and heart health.

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Health news • Apr 11

Tiny hearts, big cardiac concern in India

A screening program in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, has found over 100 children with heart defects. Sixteen have undergone surgery, with more planned.

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Health news • Apr 11

Rhino Tranq Medetomidine Floods New York Fentanyl Supply as Death Toll Climbs

"Rhino tranq" is no longer a rumor in New York's street drug scene. Medetomidine, a powerful veterinary sedative, has been showing up again and again in...

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Health news • Apr 11

Babies too young for MMR vaccine become ‘sitting ducks’ in measles outbreaks

LANDRUM, South Carolina (AP) — With baby Arthur too young for the measles vaccine and a sibling due in June, the Otwells grew nervous when the threat of the...

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Health news • Apr 11

Why am I so tired? How to spot and tackle iron deficiency

If you're feeling exhausted, in a bad mood or your hair is thinning, there might be a simple reason.

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Health news • Apr 11

What Eating Blueberries Every Day Does to Your Body, According to Nutrition Experts

Eating blueberries every day brings many health benefits. Over time, the fruit can support brain function, digestion, and heart health.

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Health news • Apr 11

Irish bog plant revives ancient remedy as a new weapon vs superbugs

Long before we had modern antibiotics to rely on, people often turned to traditional medicines from plants to treat infections.

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Health news • Apr 11

Acting CDC director delayed release of study showing benefit of Covid vaccines

The CDC was expected last month to publish a study showing that Covid vaccines reduced the likelihood of severe illness, but the agency's acting director,...

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Health news • Apr 11

New biological marker of early-stage Alzheimer's disease uncovered

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive memory loss and a decline in mental functions.

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Health news • Apr 11

Autism and ADHD may be more alike in the brain than we thought

New research shows autism and ADHD may share brain and gene patterns, changing how we understand both conditions.

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Health news • Apr 11

Coffee's sweet spot may help mental health in the long run

Your morning cup of coffee may be more than just a pick-me-up. It may also be a simple boost for your mental well-being. In a recent study, researchers from...

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Health news • Apr 11

An Old Fashioned Ingredient Has Divided America. I Spent a Week Eating It to Find Out Why.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. believes the science on beef tallow is wrong. There's a much bigger issue at hand.

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Health news • Apr 11

When Is the Best Time to Take Creatine?

Here's how to get the maximum benefits from creatine supplements, according to expert sports dietitians.

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Health news • Apr 11

Six ways to reduce exposure to microplastics at home

With these growing concerns, reducing exposure to microplastics has become increasingly important. Here are simple ways to limit their presence in the home.

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Health news • Apr 11

A little-understood sleep disorder affects millions and has clear links to dementia – 4 questions answered

REM sleep behavior disorder is characterized by acting out dreams, which may include shouting, kicking and punching during sleep.

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Health news • Apr 11

We need to be serious about the risk of a measles outbreak | Opinion

The number of measles cases in Washington is rising, and skipping a vaccination is gambling with a child's life.

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Health news • Apr 11

From skin changes to headaches... the six signs you're taking too many vitamins

Many people assume no harm can come from loading up on vitamins. Despite the boosts, however, experts speaking to the Daily Mail have warned there can be...

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