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3 ways to protect your mind and body when the heat rises Summer, for many of us, means more time outdoors, school vacations and a more relaxed vibe — all good drivers of brain health. But the season also brings extreme heat and seasonal depression, which can be hard on our brains.
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Study highlights optimal strategies for fecal transplantation in C diff patients In one of the most comprehensive real-world analyses to date, Danish researchers report that fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) was most effective against Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) when administered as multidose capsules or via ...
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Health insurers vow to fix this common source of consumer complaints: What to know Large health insurance companies vowed to cut down the use of and improve a common tool to vet requests before letting doctors bill for medical services or prescriptions. UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, ...
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The Drug That Could Revolutionize the Fight Against HIV prevention for the pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences, received an e-mail about lenacapavir, a drug being tested by the company to prevent the spread of H.I.V. The message authorized Das to see the results from an ongoing clinical trial in South Africa ...
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At-home cervical screening tests offered in England The DIY test kits, available from January, contain a long cotton-wool bud to swab the lining of the vagina. The test is for human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes most cervical cancers ...
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FDA Approves 'Breakthrough' Twice-Yearly Injection to Prevent HIV The FDA has approved lenacapvir, a twice-yearly injection to prevent HIV infection that could improve adherence rates compared to other PrEP medications. The drug, which will be sold under the brand name Yeztugo, showed near-total effectiveness in ...
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Weighted Vests Don't Protect Bone Health In Dieting Seniors, Trial Says By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, June 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Weighted vests have been touted as a potential means of warding off osteoporosis while losing weight. The idea is that the extra weight will promote new bone growth even as ...
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Tick risks vary by region. Here's where diseases have spread and how to stay safe Not every tick bite yields disease, since not every tick carries pathogens or bites long enough to transmit them. Still, most reported cases of vector-borne disease (including mosquitoes) come from ticks, which can carry pathogens with terrible ...
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Intermittent fasting may be effective for weight loss, cardiometabolic health Intermittent fasting diets—in which a person cycles between scheduled windows of eating and fasting—may be as effective for weight loss and cardiometabolic health as traditional calorie-restricted diets, according to a new study co-authored by ...
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Heat and medications don't always mix. Here's how to stay safe this summer As summer temperatures rise, the risk of heat-related illnesses increases, especially for those on certain medications. Some commonly prescribed medications can heighten the body's susceptibility to heat, according to Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, ...
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Extreme heat silently accelerates aging on a molecular level (THE CONVERSATION) What if extreme heat not only leaves you feeling exhausted but actually makes you age faster? Advertisement. Article continues below this ad. Scientists already ...
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New COVID variant is spreading quickly in the US: Here are the symptoms, what to know? NB.1.8.1 is one of the latest variants of COVID-19, a "slightly upgraded version" of the LP.8.1 variant that is prominent right now, Subhash Verma, microbiology and immunology professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, previously told USA TODAY in May.
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What Arizonans needs to know about the new 'razor blade throat' COVID-19 variant COVID-19 variants are back in the news as a fresh variant of the virus is on the rise in the eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Asia and western Pacific regions of the world. Arizona Public Health Association Executive Director Will Humble joined The ...
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Aliveness Project to offer newly approved, first-of-its-kind HIV prevention treatment Lenacapavir is the first PrEP (preventative HIV) treatment option that requires just a twice-yearly injection to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
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Rare rabies-like virus found in island bat An injured bat that was rescued from a back garden turned out to have an extremely rare, rabies-like virus, the Department for Environment and Rural Affairs has said. The animal was found earlier this month in Shorwell on the Isle of Wight.
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Study links teen screen time and poor sleep to brain changes Researchers found that excessive use of phones, tablets, and other screen-based devices can reduce sleep quality, which in turn appears to weaken connections in key areas of the brain responsible for emotion, memory, and attention.
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Third measles case confirmed, Grand Traverse County declares outbreak GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Local health departments are saying there is a measles outbreak in Grand Traverse County after a third case was confirmed on Monday, June 23. The Grand Traverse County Health Department (GTCHD) and the ...
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New oral drug shows promise for type 2 diabetes and obesity without side effects Lower blood sugar and increased fat burning – without negatively affecting appetite or muscle mass. These are some of the most promising effects of a new potential drug treatment for people with type 2 diabetes and obesity, according to a new study ...
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Cambodia logs fifth death from H5N1 avian flu as USDA weighs poultry vaccination Three children and another adult man have also died from H5N1 infections in Cambodia this year. The non-fatal infection occurred in an adult woman who did not report handling sickened poultry. According to ...
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New UH study reveals diet that can lower chances of dementia HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A new study featuring University of Hawaii Cancer Center researchers finds it's never too late to start making healthy food choices, especially for your brain. The study found that people who made smart choices and followed ...
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Wildfire Smoke Can Pose Risks Months Later The particulate matter from wildfire smoke may be difficult to spot — with the eyes — within days, but those dangerous particles continue to post health risks for up to 3 months after exposure, new research suggested. A study published in Epidemiology ...
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'We need to keep fighting': HIV activists organize to save lives as Trump guts funding Cedric Sturdevant woke up with "a bit of depression" but made it to church, as he does every Sunday. In a few days, he would drive from Mississippi to Washington, D.C., to join HIV advocates at an April rally against the Trump administration's actions.
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New genomic test predicts chemotherapy resistance in cancer patients "We have found a way to turn conventional chemotherapies into precision medicines" says Macintyre. The work is published in Nature Genetics, with CNIO researchers Joe Sneath Thompson and Barbara Hernando, and Tailor Bio's Laura Madrid as first authors.
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Trump's cuts threaten HIV treatment and research Lay counselor Makrabo Pamahapi administers an HIV test to a 9-month-old baby in the Thamae Health Centre in Maseru, Letsotho in this undated photo. Lesotho is one of two countries with the highest prevalence of HIV in the world.
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Alzheimer's Association shares heat safety tips for families caring for those with dementia TOLEDO, Ohio — With temperatures climbing across the region, the Alzheimer's Association is urging families caring for loved ones with dementia to take extra precautions during extreme heat. People living with alzheimer's and other forms of dementia ...
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Tired All the Time? What It Means and How You Might Be Sabotaging Your Sleep Sleep is not a luxury, though it may feel like it sometimes. It's a necessity, and when you don't get good sleep, or enough of it, it can wreak havoc on your days. "Sleep is your body's maintenance time," says Margaret Mike, MD, an MU Health Care ...
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Shelby County Health Department hosting National HIV Testing Day event with free testing MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The Shelby County Health Department (SCHD) will offer free HIV testing in honor of National HIV Testing Day on Friday, June 27. The event on the front lawn of SCHD at 814 Jefferson Avenue will also offer food trucks, music, ...
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New study reveals surprising link between one's childhood and endometriosis Around one in ten women worldwide has endometriosis, but researchers still aren't entirely sure what triggers it. Marika Rostvall. Tuesday 24 June 2025 16:49 BST. 2Comments. What is Endometriosis? Your support helps us to tell the story. Read more.
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Study Finds New Genetic Disorder Impacts Brain Development In Children A study finds that change in CRNKL1 gene linked to severe brain disorders with microcephaly and severe intellectual disability. Advertisement. Indo-Asian News Service; India News; Jun 24, 2025 13:37 pm IST. Published On Jun 24, 2025 12:45 pm IST.
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'We Need To Keep Fighting': HIV Activists Organize To Save Lives as Trump Guts Funding GREENVILLE, Miss. — Cedric Sturdevant woke up with "a bit of depression" but made it to church, as he does every Sunday. In a few days, he would drive from Mississippi to Washington, D.C., to join HIV advocates at an April rally against the Trump ...
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Alcohol labels should warn of cancer risk, urge health groups Doctors and health experts have written a letter to Sir Keir Starmer urging the government to tackle a lack of awareness about the links between alcohol consumption and cancer. Tom Watling. Tuesday 24 June 2025 08:29 BST. 0Comments.
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CBD Might Help Children with Autism, but More Research Needed Researchers at the Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have found that cannabidiol (CBD), a non-intoxicating compound found in cannabis, could help reduce problematic behaviors in autistic ...
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The occupation at higher risk of developing motor neurone disease Unlike many chronic conditions linked to lifestyle, where being 'unhealthy' increases risk, MND doesn't follow the usual rules. Johnathan Cooper-Knock,Pamela J. Shaw. Monday 23 June 2025 10:22 BST. 0Comments ...
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DOH-Orange Hosts HIV Testing Event Orlando, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) invites the community to attend the National HIV Testing Day event on Friday, June 27, 2025. The event ...
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Eating 3 Servings of Berries a Day Could Help You Age Better Eating at least three servings of berries or other foods that have flavonoids every day may boost your health as you age, according to new research. Flavonoids promote healthy aging due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.1 ...
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Cataracts in 30s and 40s? How screen time and stress may be clouding vision Cataracts are typically seen as a vision problem that affects older adults. But doctors are now reporting a steady rise in cases among people in their 30s and 40s. Health experts say prolonged screen exposure, poor lifestyle habits, stress, ...
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Men's Health Month: Heart Health Awareness PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - NewsChannel 7 Today talked about listening to your heart... and we don't just mean following your dreams! We were joined in studio by Dr. Richard Eubanks, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay to talk ...
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What Creatine supplementation can—and cannot—do, according to experts Creatine is a naturally occurring compound produced in the liver, kidneys, and pancreas, primarily stored in skeletal muscles, where it plays a crucial role in energy production during high-intensity activities. Widely known for enhancing athletic ...
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Free HIV testing, giveaways, music and more planned for 'National HIV Testing Day' event MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Shelby County Health Department is observing "National HIV Testing Day" with an outdoor event complete with free testing, resource giveaways, music, food trucks and more this Friday. The event will be held on the health ...
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Researchers turn plastic into paracetamol Close-up of plastic recycling symbol for polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Credit: Shutterstock. Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have engineered a strain of Escherichia coli ...
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This Simple Dietary Trick Could Improve Your Sleep in 24 Hours A new study led by researchers at the University of Chicago Medicine and Columbia University found that eating more fruits and vegetables during the day was linked to better sleep quality that same night.
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Four simple lifestyle changes to reduce cognitive decline and dementia risk Two healthy-ageing experts say interventions could result in both delayed disease onset and improved quality of life for millions of people. Jennifer E. Graham-Engeland,Martin J. Sliwinski. Monday 23 June 2025 12:50 BST. 0Comments ...
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Supporting cognitive longevity in your diet Roland Park Place joins Jenyne for Sunday Brunch and shares some insight on their brain-healthy dining options. Advertisement. download the wbal-tv app · Get WBAL-TV 11 News on the go. Share. Copy Link. Copy. {copyShortcut} to copy.
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Cracking the code of early onset bowel cancer: the search for 10 key biomarkers Leading cancer researcher Professor Michael Samuel – from the Centre for Cancer Biology based at the University of South Australia and the Basil Hetzel Institute for Translational Health Research – is at the forefront of a major effort to find answers.
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It sounds like a bad dream — but nightmares are linked to early death Research presented to the European Academy of Neurology Congress in Helsinki on Monday noted: "During 18 years of follow-up, 227 premature deaths occurred. Compared with adults who had no nightmares at baseline, those who reported having weekly nightmares ...
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Mosquitoes are set to get more dangerous in the UK and US. Here's why Woken up covered in itchy red bite marks again? It's probably mosquitoes you're cursing – and those aren't bite marks, but reactions to the grim little insects' saliva where they sucked your blood. Worldwide, there are 3,500 species of mosquitoes ...
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England's Mpox Cases Continues in June 2025 When a new disease becomes a significant health concern, the World Health Organization advises that it's best to understand the current situation to target more effective responses. In 2022, the monkeypox virus (MPXV) clade II was identified ...
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Mpox in Sierra Leone: what's behind the recent surge and why west Africa is at risk Cases in Sierra Leone appear to be spreading from person to person, mainly among young men and women. The Conversation Africa asked Jia Kangbai, an infectious-diseases epidemiologist at Njala University in Freetown, what's ...
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Music to my brain: Emotional attachment to music helps us remember Previous research shows that music is able to help our mood and memory, and in a new study, US researchers say the extent to which music arouses emotion in us will then influence how well our memory is improved by music. To work this out, ...
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Possibility for bat virus spillover to humans worries scientists Bat viruses closely related to the Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) could be close to jumping to humans. Researchers investigated how a group of coronaviruses known as merbecoviruses, which includes MERS-CoV, infect host cells.
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