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Health news • Jun 22

Mosquito-borne West Nile Virus confirmed in Midland County

West Nile Virus has been confirmed in Midland County, Texas. Learn how to avoid mosquito bites and protect yourself from this mosquito-borne disease.

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Health news • Jun 22

Ebola Cases Surpass 1,000 with Death Toll Over 250 as Officials Struggle to Contain Outbreak

Health officials confirmed 1003 cases and 254 deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak as local authorities face challenges with contact tracing.

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Health news • Jun 22

The tick that makes you allergic to meat is spreading across Massachusetts. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Lone star ticks can cause a virulent allergic reaction to meat and dairy. Here's how to protect yourself. Avatar photo by Brooke Kushwaha June 22,...

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Health news • Jun 22

How to start strength training in midlife, according to female trainers 40 and over

Experts share a few tools, from dumbbells to resistance bands to cooling towels, to help women get stronger.

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Health news • Jun 22

Quarantine comes to an end for the last of the hantavirus ship passengers in Nebraska

The last eight Americans who endured 42 days in a specialized hospital quarantine unit after exposure to an unusual hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship...

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Health news • Jun 22

3 Health Benefits of Metformin Beyond Blood Sugar Control

Metformin is a current go-to treatment for type 2 diabetes. Beyond blood sugar control, research suggests it may also support weight management,...

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Health news • Jun 22

Sleep Habits Determine If Your Genes Accelerate Alzheimer’s

Aquaporin-4 genetic variants interact with short sleep to accelerate grey matter loss linked to early Alzheimer's disease.

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Health news • Jun 22

Study identifies risk factors for early-onset colorectal cancer

A recent study found that factors such as a person's birthweight, sex, ethnicity, and father's age may affect the risk of being diagnosed with colorectal...

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Health news • Jun 22

‘A matter of life or death’: the activists confronting Congress about slashing HIV funding

Original organizers, joined by new wave, are demanding the government not undo four decades of progress.

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Health news • Jun 22

Early screen time may impact subsequent academic performance and working memory

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend no screen time before 18-24 months and less than one hour per day for...

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Health news • Jun 22

6 health issues that may shrink your testicles — including a condition more common on the left side

Dr. Alexander Pastuszak, a urologist and male reproductive medicine specialist, spoke to The Post about the health conditions that could make the family...

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Health news • Jun 22

Whole Grain Pasta vs. Regular Pasta: Which Is Better for Blood Sugar?

If you're deciding between whole grain or regular pasta for your next meal, here's how they stack up for blood sugar effects.

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Health news • Jun 22

I think I might have Covid. (updated x 3)

No, not Morse. Me. I was fine last night. Woke up this morning to a godawful sore throat and aching like I'd been beaten up in Tinyhands McFelony's shitty...

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Health news • Jun 22

Seattle scientists seek answers as colorectal cancer trends younger

The disease is increasing hitting younger adults in the U.S. and in Washington. Seattle researchers wonder: Could exposures in the environment be a risk...

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Health news • Jun 22

Guest Column | Ask a Vet: Can I catch a virus from my cat?

Cat-to-human transfer is rare. But the emergence of new strains has raised concern.

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Health news • Jun 22

Confirmed Ebola cases in outbreak zone top 1,000

Congo's Ministry of Health has confirmed more than 1000 cases of Ebola in the country, with 254 deaths, and health workers fear a displacement camp in Ituri...

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Health news • Jun 22

A $225 million cancer center just opened in N.J. to give patients a seamless experience

The Melchiorre Cancer Center at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston opened Monday as part of a $1.5 billion investment by RWJBarnabas Health and...

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Health news • Jun 22

OpenAI-assisted review identifies 18 pediatric diagnoses

According to OpenAI and a June 18, 2026 NEJM AI publication, researchers from Boston Children's Hospital's Manton Center, Harvard University, and OpenAI...

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Health news • Jun 22

18 kids’ undiagnosable diseases solved by AI: ‘Total game changer’

With the help of these tools, children with rare illnesses and symptoms may now find answers in a much shorter time frame than before.

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Health news • Jun 22

Magnesium Recall: FDA Announces Popular Supplement’s Removal

Along with vitamin D, magnesium became one of those supplements that grew massively in popularity starting around the height of the pandemic.

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