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Health news • Mar 29

Severe emotional outbursts in ADHD are linked to distinct brain differences, study finds

Children with ADHD who also experience severe emotional outbursts show distinct differences in brain structure and connectivity, according to a new study...

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Health news • Mar 29

Scott F. Reid of Santa Barbara, 1945-2026

Seth Reid With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for his life, we announce the peaceful passing of Scott F. Reid, who departed this world on March 15,

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Health news • Mar 29

Woman’s Breast Shrunk, and She Brushed It Off as a Pregnancy Symptom. A Visit with Her Doctor Changed Everything

Gemma Fish's breast shrunk three cup sizes before she saw her doctor.

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Health news • Mar 29

Five Habits A GP Says Separates People Who Age Well From Those Who Don't

It turns out that tiny changes – minutes more exercise, a few grams more veggies – can make a surprisingly large difference to your longevity and heart...

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Health news • Mar 29

When Is the Best Time to Take Collagen?

Collagen is essential for our skin, hair, and joint health. But when should we be taking it? Here, experts break down the ideal time to be taking collagen...

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Health news • Mar 29

Boosting good gut bacteria population through targeted interventions may slow cognitive decline

The origin of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's or dementia isn't limited to the brain. The state of your gut can quietly set off a cycle of...

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Health news • Mar 29

Years Ago, My Husband Was in an “Adult Film.” It’s Only a Matter of Time Before Our Kids Find Out.

How to Do It is Slate's sex advice column. Have a question? Send it to Stoya and Rich here. It's anonymous! Dear How to Do It,. Years ago when he was in...

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Health news • Mar 29

Tuberculosis cases rising in US as doctors warn of 'rebound effect'

Tuberculosis - nicknamed "white plague" from the pale appearance of those affected with the disease - has been rising in the U.S. since the pandemic,...

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Health news • Mar 29

This is the ‘biggest mistake’ GLP-1 users make, doctor says

Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health.

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Health news • Mar 29

To your good health

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 85 and healthy apart from polycythemia vera, for which I take aspirin. I was interested in the new blood test for cancer.

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Health news • Mar 29

What Drinking Coffee Every Day Does to Your Body, According to Nutrition Experts

Coffee has caffeine, a stimulant that supports alertness and reduces fatigue. It's rich in polyphenols, which fight inflammation and can help lower the risk...

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Health news • Mar 29

It Gives Cancer Patients Like Me Hope. But Some Fear It’s Irresponsible to Say It.

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. It was one of those lousy...

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Health news • Mar 29

Want to Lose Weight This Spring? Stock Up On These 5 Foods

Spring has a way of making people want to hit reset. But if weight loss is one of your goals, that does not mean you need a cleanse, a juice fast or a list...

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Health news • Mar 29

Two compounds found in surprising substance reverse liver disease damage, study suggests

Two organic compounds in the cannabis plant may be the key to reversing fatty liver disease, a silent killer that affects at least a quarter of Americans.

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Health news • Mar 29

What Happens to Your Blood Pressure When You Walk Every Day

Whether you exercise for the endorphin rush, to decompress after a long day or support your health, any form of exercise is good for your heart—especially...

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Health news • Mar 29

The new cholesterol guideline: What to know

For the first time since 2018, a clinical guideline from the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association for screening and managing...

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Health news • Mar 29

Endometriosis messes with the immune system and causes 'ripple effects across the body'

Two researchers explain how endometriosis drives a whole body immune response due to inflammation, urging the medical community to see it as a whole-body...

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Health news • Mar 29

Scientists Find Eating This Popular Food Increases Heart Disease Risk By 67%

Scientists examined the health data of a large sample of adults who ate ultra-processed foods and linked a number of servings to a 67% increased chance of...

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Health news • Mar 29

Why Are Humans The Only Animals That Cook Their Food? An Evolutionary Biologist Explains

The human ability to cook may seem ordinary, but it marks one of the most important evolutionary turning points in our species' history.

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Health news • Mar 29

5 Ways Turmeric Can Benefit Your Health, From Easing Pain to Reducing Inflammation

Dietitians and herbalists share how the herb can help joint paint and inflammation, and how much you should take to make a difference.

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