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Health news • Apr 01

Why an ovary syndrome may get a new name: Men seem to have PCOS, too

The curious case of agreeing on a new term for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), difficult to diagnose, hard to name when men share symptoms.

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Health news • Apr 01

Medical marijuana should not be recommended for PTSD, anxiety, or depression

38 U.S. states and the District of Columbia allow PTSD patients to get medical marijuana cards. But cannabis does not help PTSD.

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Health news • Apr 01

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Health news • Apr 01

Gut microbiome changes improve memory in early cognitive decline

Research shows that modifying the gut microbiome can enhance cognitive performance and mitigate dementia risk, highlighting the gut-brain connection.

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Health news • Apr 01

Brain health: Probiotics, healthy diet may support cognitive function

A new review looks at how probiotics, prebiotics, dietary changes, and fecal microbiota transplants can help support gut health and preserve brain function...

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Health news • Apr 01

Sleep duration and genetics interact to affect functional health

Lifestyle-behavioral factors and socioeconomic status play an important role in shaping healthy aging, but their effects may differ depending on your DNA,...

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Health news • Apr 01

We know so little about this devastating health condition that affects mostly women

Kate Middleton, CEO and founder of The Wren Project, tells Victoria Young about the charity that she set up to provide the support that was missing after...

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Health news • Apr 01

The doctors of Tulane Medicine are ready to help patients navigate new cholesterol guidelines

As updated national guidelines call for earlier and more personalized management of cholesterol, the team at Tulane Medicine is helping patients take a...

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Health news • Apr 01

Scientists Find This Popular Household Appliance Helps Lower Blood Pressure

Scientists say that air quality impacts blood pressure, so much so that keeping an air filter in your house may actively lower BP.

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Health news • Apr 01

Just a Few Breathless Minutes a Day Could Slash Your Risk of 8 Major Diseases

Even a few minutes of vigorous activity each day can sharply reduce the risk of several major diseases. It's not just how much you move, but how intensely...

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Health news • Apr 01

RFK Jr., Creature of the Tanning Salon, Throws the Industry a Bone

ROBERT F. KENNEDY'S JR.'S LATEST MOVE on public health seems like the setup for a joke: The preternaturally bronzed member of Donald Trump's image-obsessed...

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Health news • Apr 01

Alzheimer's may start in body tissue inflammation, not in the brain

Alzheimer's disease may begin outside the brain, with inflammation in organs like the skin, lungs, and gut decades before symptoms appear.

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Health news • Mar 31

Walmart, Deer Valley Resort, LDS Church meetinghouses among measles exposure locations as Utah hits 559 cases

According to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Utah has now hit 559 confirmed measles cases during the current outbreak, which started in...

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Health news • Mar 31

Cook County warns of potential measles exposures at O'Hare, Niles and Mount Prospect

The potential exposures were across multiple locations in the northwest suburbs last week. Those potentially exposed are advised to check with their health...

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Health news • Mar 31

Allergy season is hitting Philadelphia early due to warmer temps. Here's what doctors recommend.

The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms...

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Health news • Mar 31

Injectable peptides are touted online as a ‘glow up potion’. Here’s why experts warn against unapproved use | Antiviral

Claims of benefits have been amplified by the US health secretary, Robert F Kennedy Jr. How does the evidence actually stack up?

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Health news • Mar 31

The Best Time to Eat Dinner for Better Cognitive Health, According to Dietitians

Have you ever wondered how some people can possibly eat dinner at 5 p.m.? Turns out, they may be on to something. Experts say that eating an early dinner...

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Health news • Mar 31

New study finds active sitting activities like knitting may boost long-term brain health

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — A new study suggests what people do while sitting can make a significant difference in long-term brain health, with activities that keep...

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Health news • Mar 31

Should We All Be Using Copper Peptides for Our Skin: Reviews

The secret to bouncy, radiant skin may not actually be anything new. We chatted with dermatologists to tell us how to use them.

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Health news • Mar 31

Targeting tumor supporting cells: Lipid nanoparticles advance CAR T success in pancreatic cancer

Often diagnosed when surgery is no longer an option, pancreatic cancer is one of the most difficult cancers to treat and has one of the lowest rates of...

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