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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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Health news • Jun 18

The Sperm-Maxxing Bros Are Actually Onto Something

Wellness influencers have stumbled onto a huge issue when it comes male fertility, though not every solution they're pitching is good advice.

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Health news • Jun 18

7 unexpected takeaways from the newest research on cannabis and brain effects

Stephen Lankenau has spent years studying how people use cannabis in everyday life. As director of Drexel University's Medical Cannabis Research Center,...

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Health news • Jun 18

Rheumatologist Shares 4 Signs of Autoimmune Disease That Are ‘Easy To Miss’

A rheumatologist has highlighted four early signs of a rare autoimmune disease that are often overlooked—yet could play a key role in getting a diagnosis...

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Health news • Jun 18

Doctor Exposes Shocking Studies On Women’s Health, And People Are Absolutely Furious

Women's health concerns are dismissed far too often, but one doctor recently shared an example that still managed to shock viewers.

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Health news • Jun 18

Do I Really Need to Wear Sunglasses Every Time I Go Outside?

You need to protect your eyes from sun exposure, but experts have some advice for.

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Health news • Jun 18

Ontada Analysis Finds GLP-1 RA Use Linked to Improved Survival in Patients With Cancer

Real-world ASCO data link GLP-1 drugs to markedly longer survival across common cancers, raising new questions on mechanism and trials.

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Health news • Jun 18

Opinion | Remember Ebola?

It's been a month since the World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a public health emergency.

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