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Women who drink more than 8 alcoholic beverages a week are at greater risk of heart disease: study

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A new study indicates that women who drink more than eight alcoholic beverages a week are at greater risk of developing heart disease than those who drink less.

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Trans grandma able to breastfeed baby with help of experimental hormone drugs

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Researchers at Duke University used experimental hormone drugs to help a transgender mother-of-five breastfeed her grandchild, in a study that has been panned as “frankly disturbing.”

Thursday, Mar 28

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Dogs found to detect PTSD flashbacks in humans — even before they happen: study

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There’s yet another reason to love dogs. Humankind’s furry best friends could potentially sniff out flashbacks from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) before they happen, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in…

Wednesday, Mar 27

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‘Oatzempic challenge’ helped dieters lose 40 pounds in 2 months, they claim — doctors weigh in

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On TikTok, the new "Oatzempic" challenge sees weight loss hopefuls drink a blended beverage for weight loss. Dr. Tommy Martin, 32, an internal medicine and pediatrics physician from Massachusetts explains the health pros and cons to the…

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I am allergic to everything — eating rice, bread or mustard could kill me

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"It is really tough — you don't think about food at all when you can eat normally," lamented Caroline Cray, 24, whose diet is shockingly limited.

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Just 2 nights of restless sleep can make you feel a shocking number of years older, experts say

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New research suggests a link between the perception of age and quality shut-eye.

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Migraines an ‘important’ warning sign for strokes in young adults: new research

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"These findings are significant because most of our attention has been focused on traditional risk factors" for strokes, said the study's lead author.

Tuesday, Mar 26

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Mother’s diet could determine a baby’s facial features in the womb: new study

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You might be able to blame your mom's strange pregnancy cravings for your looks.

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Intermittent fasting could be fatal: Diet trend linked to higher risk of this deadly condition

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Time-restricted eating, a common weight-loss strategy often known as intermittent fasting, has been linked to a significantly higher risk of cardiovascular death.

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Nine surprising guilty-pleasure foods that are healthier than you realize

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These nine foods often viewed as a guilty pleasure or otherwise consumed in moderation are healthier than you may think, according to a new report.

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Bright outdoor lights at night could increase stroke risk, new study warns

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Researchers evaluated 28,302 adults living in the densely populated city of Ningbo, China, over several years.

Monday, Mar 25

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Ex-Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder donates DC-area mansion to cancer research amid scandal

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Despite struggles to find a buyer for his chateau-style residence in Potomac, Snyder has decided to donate the property to the American Cancer Society.

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Louis Vuitton’s ‘Speedy’ is the new A-list It bag: Rihanna, LeBron James

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Rev up your wardrobe with the bag everyone’s chasing this season: Louis Vuitton’s iconic Speedy— reimagined in bold hues by Pharrell Williams during his spring 2024 debut as menswear creativedirector for the French label. Louis Vuitton…

Sunday, Mar 24

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Deadly flesh-eating infection spreading at record levels in Japan, puzzling health officials

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The bacteria is highly contagious and can lead to serious illness and death in adults over the age of 30, with older people at greater risk, according to NIID.

Friday, Mar 22

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Drug overdose deaths again broke a record in 2022, CDC reveals

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The number of fatal overdoses has risen almost every year over the last two decades, continuing to break annual records.

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Ditch the sugar and try low-calorie sweeteners to ‘improve weight loss,’ experts say

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A new study shows that the sometimes controversial additives still have value to those trying to shed the pounds.

Thursday, Mar 21

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I’m a neuroscientist — make these 5 lifestyle tweaks to improve your memory

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Brain health is a critical but often overlooked aspect of our overall health and well-being — protecting it can potentially reduce the risk of developing dementia.

This is the strange fruit that can be your weight loss gamechanger

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An obscure berry that's native to Canada, northern Europe and Asia is the "superfood" that can revolutionize your diet, new research shows.

Wednesday, Mar 20

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New menopause prevention drug could delay onset, boost women’s longevity

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Menopause has long been accepted as a fact of life for women — but what if there was a way to prevent the hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes and other uncomfortable side effects?

Playing computer games can increase risk of erectile dysfunction, study finds

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Scientists arrived at this hard truth by exploring "the causal association between leisure sedentary behavior and erectile dysfunction," per the study.

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Genetic tool eliminates HIV from infected cells, new research shows: ‘Cure strategy’

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The tool -- described by the scientists as "molecular scissors" -- was used to cut DNA at designated spots to delete the HIV infections from cells.

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Scientists may have found the key to Lyme disease prevention — in human sweat

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"We have fantastic antibiotics that work for 90% of people, but in the 40 years we’ve known about Lyme disease, we have not budged that," the senior study author said.

Tuesday, Mar 19

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Over-the-counter birth control pills are now available in the US and online

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Online sales for Opill, a progestin-only pill (POP), began Monday, and so far the estrogen-free pills are available to purchase on Amazon and directly from Opill.com.

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This surprising symptom could be an early sign of dementia

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A British doctor shared a surprisingly warning sign of dementia -- the mind-deteriorating condition that afflicts more than 55 million worldwide.

Monday, Mar 18

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Celebrity-loved diet linked to higher risk of heart disease death: study

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"Our findings encourage a more cautious, personalized approach to dietary recommendations," the senior author of the study said.

Woman wakes up with a Welsh accent

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What sounds like a bizarre dream was a frightening reality for one confused Brit. An English mom-of-two named Zoe Coles, 36, said one morning she woke up with a Welsh accent despite never visiting the country.

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New weight loss pill helps shed weight twice as fast as Ozempic

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A new weight-loss pill made by Novo Nordisk — the manufacturer of Ozempic and Wegovy — helps patients shed weight twice as fast as the blockbuster injections, the company recently announced.

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Eating this vegetable raw can lower disease risk, doctor claims

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Forget an apple a day — eating this vegetable will keep the doctor away.