U.S. measles cases hit 33-year high, CDC says
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Measles Cases Hit Highest Total Since U.S. Eliminated the Disease
By Teddy Rosenbluth & Jonathan Corum
Measles cases surge to highest levels in over 30 years, CDC data shows
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Sliding vaccine rates hang over vote on CDC director nominee as US measles cases hit dangerous milestone
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US measles cases surpass 2019 count, while Missouri is latest state with an outbreak
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The UN warns millions will die by 2029 if US funding for HIV programs isn’t replaced
By Maria Cheng
UNAIDS report warns HIV progress at risk as U.S. funding cuts take hold
South Africans fear spike in HIV infections as US aid cuts bite
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HIV program a potential hurdle in recissions process
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US aid cuts could lead to millions more HIV/AIDS deaths by 2029, UN warns
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Antidepressant Withdrawal Is a Major Public Health Issue, Experts Warn
By Mark Abie Horowitz & Joanna Moncrieff
New Research Questions Severity of Withdrawal From Antidepressants
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After quitting antidepressants, some people suffer surprising, lingering symptoms
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Largest review of antidepressants to date finds most people do not experience severe withdrawal
Scientists accused of downplaying dangers of antidepressants
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Nearly 1 in 3 teens have prediabetes, CDC finds, in ‘wake-up call’
By Elizabeth Cooney
'We're grateful we took that chance': 8-year-old with rare, fatal disease shows dramatic improvement on experimental treatment
By Nicoletta Lanese
Coenzyme Q headgroup intermediates can ameliorate a mitochondrial encephalopathy
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8-year-old wheelchair user can walk again — thanks to an experimental drug made just for him
Coenzyme Q10 Precursors Reverse Motor Decline in a Young Patient
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First malaria drug for newborns and young infants expected to be approved in Africa within weeks
Novartis wins approval for first malaria drug for newborns and babies
By John Revill
The first drug to treat infants sick with malaria is approved by Swiss authority
By Jamey Keaten
First malaria treatment for babies approved for use
By Dominic Hughes
Swiss regulator approves first malaria treatment for newborn babies
By Gabriela Galvin
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This Simple Test Is As Effective As a Colonoscopy at Detecting Cancer
By Chris Kissell
Your 5 options for colorectal cancer screening — including doctors’ favorite and one with no poop prep
By Tracy Swartz
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Life expectancy in California still hasn’t rebounded since the pandemic
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Mouth taping trend poses serious health risks, says Md. doctor
By Neal Augenstein
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10 foods that help relieve constipation naturally
Study Finds Mediterranean or Plant-Based Diets May Help Reduce Risk of Chronic Constipation in Middle- and Older-Age Adults
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By Trisha S Pasricha
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By Diana Bruk
Harvard gastroenterologist explains how eating not 1 but 2 kiwis daily can improve gut health, aid digestion naturally
By Sanya Panwar
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Chagas disease–carrying kissing bugs establish new base in Florida homes
By Mary Van Beusekom
Chagas disease transmission: Kissing bugs readily invade human dwellings to feed on humans and companion animals
Chagas Disease Outbreak Risk Identified in 12 Florida Counties
By Donald Hackett
Kissing Bugs Are Creeping Into Florida Homes—and They're Carrying a Dangerous Parasite
By Ed Cara
New study suggests Florida Chagas disease transmission
By Sydney Burge
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Major autism study uncovers biologically distinct subtypes, paving the way for precision diagnosis and care
By Molly Sharlach
Decomposition of phenotypic heterogeneity in autism reveals underlying genetic programs
By Natalie Sauerwald, Jennifer Foss-Feig & Ilan Dinstein
There Are at Least Four Types of Autism, Researchers Find
By Allison Parshall
Researchers identify four distinct types of autism
By Tina Reed
Major autism breakthrough could revolutionise treatments and care
By Tom Watling
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People with ‘young brains’ outlive ‘old-brained’ peers, Stanford Medicine scientists find
By Bruce Goldman
Plasma proteomics links brain and immune system aging with healthspan and longevity
By Hamilton Se-hwee Oh, Tony Wyss-Coray & Yann Le Guen
What's your biological age? Researchers find new tool to measure
By Andy Zeng
New test could identify your body’s ‘weakest link’ as you age, Stanford research finds
By Erin Allday
A youthful brain and immune system may be key to a long life
By Carissa Wong
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Colon cancer is spiking in young adults. Scientists are blaming the American diet
By Julia Musto
Colorectal, gastric cancers: Why are they occurring earlier in life?
By Katharine Lang
Millennials born in 1990 are twice as likely to get colon cancer as Boomers born in 1950 — and that’s not the worst of it
By Reda Wigle
Gastroenterologist shares top warning signs of colon cancer, warns young people to watch out: 'No 1 is retinal bleeding'
By Sanya Panwar
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96-year-old shares what she does to keep life vibrant. You start doing it now
By Madeline Holcombe
South Carolina sees first 2025 measles case as nationwide outbreak spreads
By Kenna Coe & Tom Corwin
How to stay safe against measles after first confirmed case in SC
Health department confirms 1st SC measles case of the year
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Confirmed case of measles in Upstate, South Carolina, health officials say
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Science Says You Can Train Your Brain To Truly Enjoy Exercise—Here’s How
By Katherine Chang
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What Are the Health Benefits of Sunshine?
By Melinda Wenner Moyer
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Fungal infections are getting harder to treat
By Kaitlin Sullivan
A 37,000-Year Chronicle of What Once Ailed Us
By Carl Zimmer
The spatiotemporal distribution of human pathogens in ancient Eurasia
By Martin Sikora, Eske Willerslev & Julian Parkhill
Big brains, farms and killer bugs: Epic tale of evolution still affecting us today
By Bronwyn Thompson
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Large-Scale DNA Study Maps 37,000 Years Old History Of Human Disease
By Talib Zaffer
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I Hate My Weighted Vest
By Erica Schwiegershausen
Are weighted vests worth the hype?
By Danielle Friedman
5 Weighted Vest Exercises You Can Do at Home
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Weighted Vests Do Not Prevent Weight Loss-Linked Bone Loss at Hip
Do weighted vests work? Here's what experts say.
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How tea, chocolate and apples could help lower your blood pressure
By Christian Heiss
Professor shares foods that lower blood pressure like 'prescription medication'
By Kelly Ashmore & Neil Shaw
The #1 Thing to Avoid If You Have High Blood Pressure, According to Dietitians
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By Lisa Russell
Can these fruits and beverages lower blood pressure? New study says they may be as effective as medication
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All the surprising clues your nose can reveal about your health
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BPD Chief Announces Parade Route Change
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By Cristina Quinn
Harvard gut health physician shares 11 science backed tips to eat healthier: 'Don't shy away from eggs'
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'Harmless' virus might trigger Parkinson's disease, researchers say
Human Pegivirus, HPgV, could trigger Parkinson's disease in patients, Chicago's Northwestern Medicine team finds
Groundbreaking study finds possible virus link to Parkinson's Disease
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Researchers discover a possible environmental trigger to Parkinson’s disease
Human Pegivirus may be environmental trigger for Parkinson’s disease
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5 serious diseases Vitamin D deficiency can cause
The 'quiet hero' 2p supplement that could help fight cancer and boost weight loss - plus 5 other health benefits
By Katrina Turrill
Lack of vitamin D can lead to these 7 dangerous diseases
By Harpreet Kour
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Yes, You Can Get Skin Cancer & *Still* Be Vitamin D Deficient
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Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Program Expanded Significantly After Anxiety Was Added As A Qualifying Condition, Study Shows
By Kyle Jaeger
Anxiety diagnoses have overtaken Pennsylvania's medical cannabis program, study finds
By Bethany Rodgers
Patients With Anxiety Fuel Pennsylvania’s $1.7 Billion Medical Cannabis Program
By Tony Lange
A Single Disorder Upended Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Program
Medical cannabis program changes drastically when adding anxiety as a qualifying condition, study finds
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Hate exercising? Factoring in your personality type could help.
By Andrew Jeong
Matching your workouts to your personality could make exercising more enjoyable and give you better results
Want better workout results? Match your exercise to your personality, study suggests
By Lindsey Leake
Extroverts and exercise: how personality affects our approach to the gym
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Encouraging new study reveals that one common activity can reduce dementia risk: 'A promising approach for maintaining brain health'
Warding off Alzheimer's might mean making these 11 lifestyle changes, expert says
By Angelica Stabile
Very simple lifestyle change before the age of 50 dramatically improves brain health and aging
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By Deena Centofanti
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By Morgan Chamberlain
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Here's Exactly How To Walk For Weight Loss, According To Trainers
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By Aryelle Siclait
Why Walking More Is Just as Powerful as Dieting for Fat Loss
By Kate Neudecker
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By Kate Cheng & Vassily Eliopoulos
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By Cori Ritchey & Alyssa Sparacino
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Ice baths are booming in popularity – but they come with health risks
By Samuel Cornell & Mike Tipton
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The Ethicist: My In-Laws Are Hoarders. Should I Secretly Call the Authorities?
By Kwame Anthony Appiah
The diseases that could return as vaccination rates decline — and why you should care
By Katia Hetter
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Many forget the damage done by diseases like whooping cough, measles and rubella. Not these families
By Laura Ungar & Shelby Lum
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9 Foods That Scientists Say Can Lower Your Cortisol Levels (AKA That Pesky Stress Hormone)
By Gale Coleman & Eibhlis Gale-coleman
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By Ana Morales & Anna Cafolla
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Weight loss may 'rejuvenate' fat tissues, clearing away aged cells
By Marianne G.
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By Miss Alice Pollard, Rachel Batterham & Andrew Jenkinson
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By Jane Kirby
Groundbreaking study uncovers previously unknown benefits of losing weight
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People share experiences with ‘Ozempic sex’ as little-known side effect revealed
By Emily Brown
“Ozempic Face” Is Real. But There’s Skincare for That.
By Amber Kallor
“I’m Losing My Mind”: People Share How It Has Impacted Them To See Loved Ones Taking Ozempic
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Weight loss medications and their effects in the oral cavity
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Ozempic users share shocking ‘Ozempic sex’ side effect that not many people know about
By Tom Chapman
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Just How Harmful Is Vaping? More Evidence Is Emerging.
By Dani Blum
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Glow-Up Gimmicks That Backfire: 5 Trends Dietitians Would Never Recommend
By Valerie Agyeman
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Drinking this coffee could increase your blindness risk by 700%
By Emily Caldwell
Beware, coffee lovers! New study reveals this common brew may cause incurable blindness
This Type of Coffee Could Make Vision Problems 7 Times More Likely, Says New Research
By Emily Surpless
Why You Should Consider Drinking Matcha Instead of Coffee in the Morning
Study Sends 'Alarming' Message to Instant Coffee Drinkers
By Andrew Holleran
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Major Study Links 4 Healthy Diets With Up to 28% Lower Dementia Risk
By David Nield
Following This Diet Can Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s, No Matter Your Age
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Diagnostic dilemma: Orgasm involving a kitchen whisk likely triggered person's fatal aneurysm
By Mindy Weisberger
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The 4 psychological markers of ideological extremism
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These Genetically Modified Mice Make Their Own ‘Ozempic’
By Ed Cara
Obesity Reversed in Genome Edited Mice that Produce Their Own GLP-1
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Gene Editing Unlocks DIY Weight-Loss Drug Delivery
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New Study Confirms "Sex" Is More Effective Than Pills for Treating This Common Chronic Disorder
By Arezki Amiri
Mindfulness Meditation Boosts Attention Across All Ages in 30 Days
By Elizabeth Newcomb
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3 cups of coffee everyday can reduce the risk of fatty liver by 20%, and death from chronic liver disease
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We Asked 4 Dietitians the Best Pasta for Better Blood Sugar—They All Said the Same Thing
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Oncologists share 15 surprising things they personally do (and don't do) to prevent cancer
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The One Ingredient You Should Be Eating Daily For Heart & Gut Health
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Just 1 cup of black beans curbs inflammation in your body. Here are 4 science-backed recipes to boost your health.
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Chickpeas show surprising power to cut cholesterol levels in new study
New study reveals simple food choice that can have major impact on your health: 'Helps to lower cholesterol'
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Chickpeas can significantly lower your cholesterol. Here are 5 tasty recipes scientists recommend to improve your health.
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