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Health news • Jul 19

An avocado a day keeps the doctor away: new study

An apple a day keeps the doctor away? There's a different fruit for the old adage. Avocados have been shown to have plenty of health benefits,...

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Health news • Jul 19

Legionnaires' outbreak: 2nd victim to die in UES cluster was Air Force veteran, businessman

City health officials have confirmed that a third person has died in connection to the ongoing Legionnaires' disease outbreak.

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Health news • Jul 19

You don't have to drink alcohol to damage your liver: Doctor reveals 9 unexpected factors that could be putting it at risk

Most people think about the liver only when alcohol enters the conversation. But the truth is far more surprising. The liver is one of the hardest-working...

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Health news • Jul 19

Here's Exactly How Much Sleep To Get Each Night if You're Over 60, According to Experts

Plus, why you may find yourself naturally waking up earlier.

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Health news • Jul 19

Heavy TV watching associated with smaller brain structures, study finds

"Turn off that TV, it'll rot your brain!" has been a household refrain for decades. While "rot" might be too strong a term, researchers are finding that the...

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Health news • Jul 19

Stomach bugs surging as doctors say certain travel essentials could save your trip

Stomach bugs can quickly turn a dream vacation into days spent in a hotel room, but doctors say packing a few key essentials can help keep your summer or...

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Health news • Jul 19

Third person dies in Upper East Side Legionnaires' outbreak

A third person has died in connection with the Legionnaires' outbreak on the Upper East Side, the city's Department of Health and Mental Hygiene said Sunday...

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Health news • Jul 19

The Best After-Lunch Drink for Better Digestion

If you're looking to support your digestion after lunch, a warm cup of ginger tea may be the best option. Here's what dietitians have to say.

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Health news • Jul 19

Where You Live May Shape Your Dementia Risk More Than Scientists Realized

A major global study found that the leading modifiable risk factors for dementia vary significantly from one country to another, challenging the idea of a...

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Health news • Jul 19

Is intelligence related to happiness?

A popular cultural stereotype suggests that high intelligence often comes with a heavy emotional burden. People tend to imagine the brooding,...

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Health news • Jul 19

I’ve heard menopause hormone therapy fixes everything. Should I take it?

Timely treatment provides relief for menopause symptoms, but expecting it to fix all of them is a set-up for disappointment.

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Health news • Jul 19

My Husband Magically Developed a Rogue STI. He Swears He Didn’t Cheat, but, Uh, What the Hell?

I want to believe his doctor, but I'm not convinced.

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Health news • Jul 19

24 GLP-1 Users Reveal The Good, The Bad, And The Shocking Side Effects

Originally developed to treat Type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are now widely prescribed for weight loss.

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Health news • Jul 19

Potato Salad vs. Pasta Salad: Which Is Better for Blood Sugar?

If you're watching your blood sugar, dietitians say you don't have to choose between potato salad and pasta salad. Here's why.

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Health news • Jul 19

This Medication Is Everywhere—And It May Slow Biological Aging

New research suggests that GLP-1 medications may slow the aging process. Here's why.

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Health news • Jul 19

Third person dies in Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on Upper East Side

Two more people have died from the Legionnaires' disease outbreak on the Upper East Side, city health department officials announced Sunday.

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Health news • Jul 19

The truth about migraines: what causes them – and how to find relief

Over the last decade, the understanding of these devastating headaches has grown enormously, as has the understanding of what can be done to treat them.

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Health news • Jul 19

Second death reported in Upper East Side Legionnaires’ cluster

UPPER EAST SIDE, N.Y. (PIX11) — A second person has died in connection with the Legionnaires' disease community cluster on the Upper East Side,...

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Health news • Jul 19

Robot doesn't perform the surgery: Cardiac surgeon debunks the biggest myths around robotic heart surgery

"Knowledge is power," said philosopher Francis Bacon, and nowhere is that more relevant than when it comes to heart surgery. Hearing the words robotic...

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Health news • Jul 19

I Have a Genetic Risk for Alzheimer’s. I Made These 5 Lifestyle Changes to Preserve My Brain Health

After her father's Alzheimer's diagnosis, one woman learned she had a rare genetic risk for the disease. She made major lifestyle changes to maintain brain...

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