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Health news • Jun 18

Hunter-gatherers in Siberia died of a plague outbreak 5,500 years ago

Plague swept through groups of hunter-gatherers in southeastern Siberia 5,500 years ago, leaving dozens dead in its wake—with DNA from Yersinia pestis...

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Health news • Jun 18

Could Lowering Inflammation Treat Depression?

Psychiatrists think inflammation may be at the root of some people's illness. How to treat it is an open question.

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Health news • Jun 18

These 3 brothers lost their parents to AIDS. Now they struggle to make it on their own

Whenever it rains, Joseph, Gift and Alumbwe — ages 17, 15 and 12 — scramble to move their clothes to a dry corner of their home, deep in the Copperbelt...

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Health news • Jun 18

South African scientists make breakthrough in decoding cancer’s most effective survival strategy

In the intricate biology of the human body, organs such as the breast, the colon and the lungs are lined with a defensive barrier known as the epithelium.

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Health news • Jun 18

AI helped diagnose 18 children whose rare diseases had stumped doctors

Researchers from Boston Children's Hospital identified 18 diagnoses for children with rare diseases using OpenAI's o3 model.

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Health news • Jun 18

Winter’s snow cover contributes to explosion of ticks

SOUTHWICK — It may sound counterintuitive, but the amount of snow the area got this winter has contributed to the dramatic increase in the number of ticks...

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Health news • Jun 18

The Number-1 Sign of Colon Cancer Doctors Say You Shouldn’t Ignore

Gastroenterologists reveal the number-one sign of colon cancer. Plus, other symptoms to watch for and why the illness can be difficult to diagnose.

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Health news • Jun 18

Health Officials Caution Fliers of Measles Exposure at LAX

Los Angeles County health officials continued Thursday to warn travelers and others who may have been exposed to measles at LAX and other locations after...

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Health news • Jun 18

Researchers found that people who often share meals with others tend to report greater wellbeing, a link about as strong as income or having a job

Most days I leave my place around 1pm and go to lunch, usually alone. It is the seam in my working day, the bit between the morning at my desk and the...

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Health news • Jun 18

Dear Doctor: Is there a way to test for plastic particles (i.e., from water bottles) within the body?

Some studies may have overestimated the amount of plastics we ingest from water bottles or food containers.

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Health news • Jun 18

Quartz countertops are driving a public health crisis in the US – 2 occupational health experts explain the surge of lung transplants and lawsuits

Workers are facing a preventable and incurable lung disease from a material being used to renovate kitchens in millions of American homes.

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Health news • Jun 18

4 Things a Cardiologist Never Does Before 9 a.m. for His Own Heart Health

Heart health can be impacted by breakfast food and drink. Cardiologist shares the morning habits he avoids to prevent heart disease and his favorite...

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Health news • Jun 18

Brain cancer diagnoses leave St. Lucie County families searching for answers, again

ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — From her backyard in Port St. Lucie, Laura Cooper can point across a canal to another family touched by the same...

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Health news • Jun 18

5 High-Fiber Fruits You Should Be Adding to Your Smoothies

Smoothies are an easy way to boost your nutrient intake, but not all are high in fiber. Dietitians share their top 5 high-fiber fruits for smoothies.

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Health news • Jun 18

Study ranks these 10 states as the worst for heart disease deaths

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. A new study puts Oklahoma at the very top in...

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Health news • Jun 18

Zero sugar, more problems? Study reveals surprising gut health effects

Eliminating sugar entirely from a low-fat diet may harm gut health and disrupt metabolism, according to a study presented at the Endocrine Society's ENDO...

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Health news • Jun 18

"This 25-minute routine will build your confidence and independence"—a trainer who specializes in working with seniors shares her signature balance workout

Strengthen muscles, improve posture and gain back your independence with this gentle routine tailor-made for seniors.

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Health news • Jun 18

The 8 Best Beans for Your Health, Ranked by Dietitians

All beans are packed with fiber, protein, and key minerals and antioxidants, but some are more nutritious than others. Dietitians compare popular beans like...

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Health news • Jun 18

Statins Have Been Misunderstood for Years. Here’s What the Science Actually Says

Despite decades of use—and data supporting their efficacy and safety—cholesterol-lowering meds are being targeted by influencers and pseudoscience experts.

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Health news • Jun 18

Prediabetes: 3 lifestyle changes lower chronic disease risk by 21%

In a group of adults with prediabetes, three lifestyle changes were more effective at preventing multiple chronic conditions, including hypertension and...

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