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Health news • Mar 27

Louisiana falls behind in cholesterol screenings as new guidelines emerge. See the data.

High cholesterol can lead to a build up of plaque in the arteries that increases the risks of heart attacks and strokes, according to the American Heart...

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Health news • Mar 27

Most people follow this routine without question: Doctor warns it may be harming your body in ways you ca

A typical day moves from a chair to a screen, with quick snacks filling the gaps. It feels harmless because it is so common. But doctors now warn that this...

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Health news • Mar 27

What is meningitis B, what are the symptoms and is there a vaccine?

Warnings to be vigilant for signs of infection after 29 cases identified.

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Health news • Mar 27

Updated Cholesterol Guideline Shifts Focus to Lifelong Prevention

NEW YORK, March 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New national guidance for managing cholesterol and other blood lipids emphasizes earlier risk assessment,...

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Health news • Mar 27

All creatine benefits as woman, 61, takes super dose for two weeks and shares everything that changed

Here are all the health benefits associated with taking creatine, as 61-year-old woman shares experience taking 'super dose' for two weeks.

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Health news • Mar 27

The correlation between longevity & genetics

Human lifespan is influenced by genetics to a degree of about 20% to 50%. A board-certified expert in functional and integrative medicine and bestselling...

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Health news • Mar 27

Scientists Discover Exactly How Much Genes Play Into Longevity

A study looked at how much determination genes have over longevity and found the percentage to be larger than previously thought. Here's why.

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Health news • Mar 27

Metformin drug prescribed to 120 million worldwide found to have surprise impact on brain

Scientists have found evidence to indicate the drug Metformin has an important impact on the brain, which could mean it would be viable for other treatments...

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Health news • Mar 27

Returning university students offered free meningitis vaccinations

Free meningitis vaccinations are available to Cayman students returning to the islands for the Easter break. The Public Health Department will hold a...

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Health news • Mar 27

The early signs of Alzheimer’s often go undetected. These Mass. researchers want to use AI to change that.

Helping more people get diagnosed earlier could be a significant step forward in the fight against the dreaded disease.

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Health news • Mar 27

Endometriosis awareness month encourages women to seek help for severe period pain

March is Endometriosis Month, a campaign to encourage women to seek help if they suspect their monthly periods are not normal and to help others with the...

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Health news • Mar 27

‘Buckle up’: Allergy season hitting early — and hard — in Utah

RIVERTON, Utah — The sneezing, the coughing, the watery eyes — all signs of those pesky spring allergies. “If it's bad right now, it's probably seasonal...

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Health news • Mar 27

Measles Comes to Multnomah County

Someone got measles in Multnomah County, health officials said Thursday, the first case of the airborne virus announced here this year.

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Health news • Mar 27

Oral Alternative to Ozempic May Be Even More Effective For Weight Loss

A new type of daily pill has proven more effective for weight loss and blood sugar control than its currently available counterparts, according to a recent...

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Health news • Mar 27

Caffeine May Reverse Memory Loss From Lack of Sleep, Study Suggests

Many of us enjoy a cup of coffee as an early morning pick-me-up, but caffeine's powers could extend far beyond an alertness boost.

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Health news • Mar 27

J. Michael Bishop, Nobel Prize Winner for Cancer Research, Dies at 90

J. Michael Bishop, who shared a Nobel Prize for the discovery of cancer-causing genes and would go on to become the eighth chancellor of the University of...

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Health news • Mar 27

Experts Say This Is the Number-1 Natural Sweetener to Use to Avoid Blood Sugar Spikes

A dietitian and doctor share the number-one sweetener they say won't spike blood sugar. Here, find out what to add to your routine for better levels.

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Health news • Mar 27

Measles Contracted From Gresham Exposure

Multnomah County public health officials have confirmed one case of measles linked to the March 7 exposure at the Gresham WinCo.

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Health news • Mar 27

The Surprising Supplement That Could Help with Your Arthritis Pain, According to a New Study

A new study finds inulin, a prebiotic fiber supplement, may help reduce arthritis pain. Learn about benefits and considerations for osteoarthritis pain...

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Health news • Mar 27

Measles case confirmed in Multnomah County linked to Gresham WinCo exposure

Multnomah County health officials are investigating one confirmed case of measles linked to a known exposure site at a WinCo grocery store in Gresham.

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