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Health news • Apr 10

A Wake-Up Call About Microplastics

Netflix's new documentary exposes the hidden effects of plastic on human health while reminding us of the power of small choices.

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Health news • Apr 10

Thomas S. Langner, Who Linked Social Ills to Mental Illness, Dies at 102

Thomas S. Langner, a sociologist who helped lead a landmark study of New Yorkers that revealed striking insights about the social, cultural and economic...

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Health news • Apr 10

Naturally Occurring Bacteria Completely Eradicate Tumors in Mice With a Single Dose

A bacterium from frog gut microbiota eliminated tumors in mice by selectively colonizing tumors and triggering both direct cell killing and immune-driven...

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Health news • Apr 10

Public Health Alerts: Emergence of medetomidine in New York’s illicit drug supply

Surveillance data first detected the sedative medetomidine in New York state in mid-2024, and through 2025 it was identified in 25.1% of opioid samples...

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Health news • Apr 10

OHSU researchers discover new treatment path for cancer

Researchers at OHSU have discovered why pancreatic cancer is resistant to immunotherapy, potentially expanding treatment options for patients.

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Health news • Apr 10

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 10

This everyday drinking pattern could quietly raise liver disease risk

Conversation starters, celebrity health reveals, healthy living hacks and medical cautions: Here's what you missed in Fox News Health this week.

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Health news • Apr 10

US measles total surpasses 1,700 cases

The US measles case count grew by 43 cases this past week, reaching 1,714, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said today in its weekly...

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Health news • Apr 10

Hormone replacement therapy: What doctors want women to know about HRT

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has been a gray area for many women going through menopause. Here's what doctors say about the treatment and who can...

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Health news • Apr 10

GLP-1 weight loss, side effects linked to genetic variations

April 10 (Reuters) - Weight-loss responses to GLP-1 obesity drugs, and risks of side effects, may be linked to genetic variants, according to a study...

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Health news • Apr 10

The simple fruit pairing that can improve heart health naturally in just 8 weeks

A fruit duo could help lower blood pressure and improve heart health in people with prediabetes, a recently published study from the Illinois Institute of...

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Health news • Apr 10

State warns of possible measles exposure at Boise Airport

Travelers may have been exposed to measles at the Boise Airport in late March, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.

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Health news • Apr 10

Doctor explains key lifestyle choices that can cause your penis to shrink

There are several factors that can cause up to a one inch loss in penis size.

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Health news • Apr 10

Stage 4 in his 40s: Innovative UH treatment helps Cleveland dad fight cancer

Luke Williams' treatment at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center is allowing him to coach his daughter's sports teams while fighting advanced...

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Health news • Apr 10

Measles cases reach 583 in Utah outbreak

The Utah measles outbreak has increased to 583 cases, the state's Department of Health and Human Services reported April 7. Of those, 386 cases have been...

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Health news • Apr 10

Utah now ‘epicenter’ of U.S. measles outbreak

With more than 121 measles cases reported in the last three weeks while South Carolina hasn't seen any new cases, Utah's measles outbreak is now the most...

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Health news • Apr 10

Mom Thought Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer Was a ‘Death Sentence.’ A New Treatment Saved Her Life

Helen Demestihas thought she had a UTI or perimenopause. It was Stage 4 colorectal cancer that had spread to her liver. A new treatment saved her life.

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Health news • Apr 10

Study: Plant-rich diet can lower risk for dementia

A new study in the journal “Neurology” says a change in diet can help fight off dementia. Researchers say even if you are in your late 50s and 60s,...

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Health news • Apr 10

Ya don’t say: Measles, RFK Jr. reappear in the Valley at the same time

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. just wrapped up a five-day Arizona swing. At the same time, a new Queen Creek measles exposure was reported.

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Health news • Apr 10

One in 10 people may have resistance to GLP-1 diabetes drugs

New research suggests that certain genetic variants can decrease the ability of GLP-1 diabetes drugs to regulate blood sugar — a mysterious phenomenon known...

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