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Do your weekend late nights ever leave you feeling more tired than rested? A new study says “social apnea” linked to changes in weekend routines may be disrupting your sleep. Find out how your weekend habits might be quietly affecting your health.

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Does 'Social Apnea' Disturb Your Weekend Sleep?

Folks who spend the weekend partying could be damaging their sleep through “social apnea,” a new study says.Late nights drinking and smoking appear to cause a weekend spike in sleep apnea, researchers reported Aug. 13 in the

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1 day ago

Have you picked up frozen shrimp from Walmart recently? Certain Great Value shrimp products are being recalled after the FDA warned they may be at risk for radioactive contamination. Here’s what you need to know before serving dinner.

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Walmart Recalls Frozen Shrimp Over FDA Warning About Radiation Risk

If you’ve purchased frozen shrimp from Walmart lately, you may want to hold off on serving it for dinner.Walmart is recalling certain frozen shrimp products sold under its Great Value brand after the

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2 days ago

Do you think the design of your city impacts how much you walk each day? A new study shows that people living in more walkable cities naturally get more daily steps, bringing built-in health benefits. See how your neighborhood might be shaping your health.

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People Do Get More Steps In Walkable Cities, Study Finds

Cities can be designed in ways that promote walking, providing residents with built-in health benefits, a new study says.People who live in more walkable cities do indeed get more ...

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3 days ago

Have you ever walked past that blood pressure machine at the pharmacy and wondered if it’s worth using? A new study shows those quick, sit-down checks can actually reveal important insights about your heart health risks. Find out why that simple stop could make a big difference.

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Automatic Health Stations Easy Way To Check For Heart Health Risks

Everyone’s seen the automatic blood pressure reader wedged unobtrusively into a corner of their local pharmacy.These sit-down machines can pay huge dividends when it comes to helping people learn their heart health risks, a new study says.Setting up these

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4 days ago

Are your kids getting enough sleep to set them up for success this school year? Experts say that quality rest is just as important as homework and healthy meals. Find out why sleep may be the secret ingredient to better focus, mood, and learning.

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Prioritize Sleep As the School Year Begins

As the new school year begins, experts say one simple habit can help kids succeed: Getting enough sleep.The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) reminds families, teachers and communities about the importance of quality sleep for students of all ages.“Resetting healthy sl...

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5 days ago

Why does food allergy therapy help some kids but trigger severe reactions in others? Researchers may have found the answer and it could change how peanut and other food allergies are treated in the future.

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Why Do Some Kids Benefit More From Exposure Therapy To Food Allergens?

Some kids are helped by exposure therapy to food allergens like peanuts, with their allergies gradually diminishing as they eat small amounts of their food nemesis.For others, such treatment – also called oral immunotherapy — causes severe allergic reactions.Researchers ...

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6 days ago

Do you know your blood pressure numbers? New guidelines suggest nearly half of U.S. adults may need earlier treatment, including lifestyle changes or medication, to protect heart health. Find out if you’re one of them and what steps you can take now!

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New Blood Pressure Guidelines Highlight Lifestyle Changes, Tailored Treatment

Nearly half of U.S. adults should receive earlier treatment for high blood pressure, including lifestyle changes and medications, according to a set of new guidelines issued by America&...

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1 week ago

Ever feel knee pain slow you down when you walk? A new study reveals that simply adjusting your stride could ease the discomfort of knee arthritis and make walking less painful. Discover how a small change can make a big difference!

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A Small Change In Your Stride Can Ease Knee Arthritis Pain

Slightly altering your stride while walking could considerably ease pain caused by wear-and-tear knee arthritis, a new study says.Foot positioning while walking can r...

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1 week ago

Struggling with high blood pressure and looking for simple ways to manage it? A new study reveals how something as common as a home air purifier could make a surprising difference.

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High Blood Pressure? Try An Indoor Air Purifier

Folks fighting high blood pressure might receive some help from a household air purifier, a new study says.Even in areas with relatively low air pollution levels, using a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) purifier at home might significantly lower a person’s

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1 week ago

Have you been curious about intermittent fasting after hearing friends, seeing posts, or reading about celebrities who swear by it? Find out what it really is, whether it works, and if it’s safe, straight from the science.

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A Doctor's Guide to Intermittent Fasting: Is It Right for You?

As a bariatric surgeon, I talk with patients every day about weight loss and improving their overall health. One topic that comes up more and more is intermittent fasting. You’ve probably heard about it from a friend, seen it on social media or read about celebrities who swear by it....

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1 week ago

Struggling with sleep apnea and looking for a surprising solution? A new study suggests that regularly blowing through a conch shell could help you sleep better, feel more alert, and breathe easier at night.

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Conch Blowing Could Be Effective Treatment For Sleep Apnea

Want to ease your sleep apnea and get a better night’s sleep?Blow through a conch shell, a new pilot clinical trial says.Regularly blowing through a conch shell (shankh) for six months, like Disney princess Moana or Anchorman legend Ron Burgundy, significantly improved sleep a...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever felt nervous about giving birth? A new study reveals that a strong sense of mental well-being could help ease those fears. Discover how your mindset might shape your birth experience.

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How Confidence and Positivity May Ease Fear of Childbirth

Up to 60% of women feel some level of fear about giving birth, but a new study suggests that a strong sense of mental well-being could make a difference.Researchers from Robert Gordon University in Scotland and the University of South Australia (UniSA) surveyed 88 women in their third trim...

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2 weeks ago

Do you or someone you love live with Parkinson’s disease? A new study suggests that staying active through walking, chores, or even hobbies may help slow the brain changes linked to memory, mood, and attention. Learn how movement could make a meaningful difference.

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Staying Active Might Slow Parkinson's Progression

Staying active might slow the brain changes associated with Parkinson’s disease, a new study says.Parkinson’s patients who kept active by walking...

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2 weeks ago

Think your daily walk isn’t doing enough for your heart? A new study shows that adding just 1,000 extra steps a day and walking a little faster can significantly lower your risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure. Small changes really can make a big difference.

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Longer, Quicker Walks Protect Heart Health

Adding distance to your daily walk and picking up your pace can help reduce risk of heart problems associated with high blood pressure, a new study says.Compared to a minimum step ...

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2 weeks ago

Ever feel dizzy or lightheaded when you stand up and your heart starts racing? It could be more than just getting up too fast. A rare condition called POTS might be the cause—and now, researchers may have found a promising treatment.

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Dizzy, Heart Racing After You Stand? New Treatment Proposed

Some people find that when they stand, their hearts tend to race and they get dizzy and lightheaded.This is due to a rare condition called postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, or POTS – and doctors think they’ve found a potential treatment.An established

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2 weeks ago

How much screen time is too much for your kids? A new study reveals that every extra hour spent gaming, scrolling, or streaming may be raising their risk for serious heart issues later in life. Discover what this means for your family’s long-term health.

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Youngsters Face Heart Health Risks From Too Much Screen Time

The time children and teens spend video gaming, scrolling through social media or watching TV could be putting their future heart health at risk, a new study says.Each additional hour of

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2 weeks ago

Trying to lose weight but not seeing results? A new study shows that cutting out ultra-processed foods could be the key—even when calories and nutrients stay the same. Find out why what you're eating may matter more than how mu#weightlosstipss#healthyeatinga#processedfoodsF#nutritionmatterstters ... See moreSee less

Good Weight-Loss Diets Avoid Processed Foods, Study Finds

Want to drop some pounds? Drop the ultra-processed foods, a new study says.People lost twice as much weight on a diet with minimally processed foods compared to one with ultra-processed products, even though both diets were nutritionally matched, researchers reported Aug. 4 in the journal ...

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3 weeks ago

Ever wonder if your favorite snacks are as safe as they seem? A popular freeze-dried fruit variety pack sold at Sam’s Club is being recalled due to potential listeria contamination, according to the FDA. Here’s what you need to know before reaching for your next snack.

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Freeze-Dried Fruit Recalled From Sam’s Club Over Listeria Risk

Popular freeze-dried fruit snacks sold at Sam’s Club are being recalled because of possible listeria contamination.Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC is recalling some 15-count boxes of “Member’s ...

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3 weeks ago

What kind of life could possibly survive in the deepest, darkest parts of the ocean? A recent expedition to a Pacific region named after Hades has uncovered a bizarre, never-before-seen ecosystem thriving 30,000 feet below the surface. You won’t believe the creatures scientists found living in this alien-like world.

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Scientists Find New Ecosystem in Deepest Trenches of Pacific Ocean

A scientific expedition into a region of the Pacific Ocean named for Hades, Greek god of the underworld, has uncovered an other-worldly ecosystem 30,000 feet deep.

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3 weeks ago

Have you ever worried about a strange spot on your skin and wished there was an easier way to know if it’s serious? Researchers at the University of Michigan are developing a tiny patch that could one day detect skin cancer, no biopsy or waiting required. Learn how this new tech could change the way we catch cancer early.

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Coming Soon: An At-Home Patch to Spot Skin Cancers?

Someday, you might apply a small patch onto your skin to find out whether that odd little spot is a cancer or not. That’s the hope from a new technology being developed by researchers at the University of Michigan.The tiny silicone patch is embedded with micro needles tha...

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3 weeks ago

Ever wondered if your heart might be older than you are? Researchers have created a new “heart age” calculator and it turns out many Americans have hearts that are aging faster than they should. Find out what your heart age says about your health and how it could motivate real change.

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How Old Is Your Heart? It Could Be Aging Faster Than You Are

Researchers who’ve developed a new “heart age” calculator say many Americans have unhealthy hearts that are physiologically older than their chronological age, with men faring worse than women.The research team theorizes that telling folks their heart age might help spur ...

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3 weeks ago

Can lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and brain games really help protect your memory as you age? A new study says yes, even for those at higher risk of Alzheimer’s. See how just two years of healthy habits made a lasting impact.

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Over 60? Healthy Lifestyle Change May Help Boost Your Brain

Two years’ involvement in programs focused on healthy eating, regular exercise and “brain training” exercises appears to have helped a wide range of older adults — even those at heightened risk for

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3 weeks ago

Can something as simple as a spoonful of sauerkraut really boost your gut health? Researchers say this tangy, fermented cabbage might do more than flavor your plate, it could help strengthen your gut lining and lower inflammation. Here’s why you might want to add it to your daily routine.

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The Gut-Healthy Secret Weapon Hiding in Your Sauerkraut

A small scoop of sauerkraut every day may do more than add crunch to your meal.It could also protect your gut.In a new study from the University of California- Davis, researchers found that fermented cabbage, also known as sauerkraut, may help support the gut lining and reduce infla...

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3 weeks ago

Could the key to diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome be hiding in your gut? New research suggests that AI is helping doctors uncover vital links between the gut microbiome, immune system, and metabolism, opening the door to more accurate diagnoses of CFS. Discover how your gut may hold the answers.

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Is It Chronic Fatigue? Listen to Your Gut, Research Suggests

Artificial intelligence (AI) may be guiding doctors towards a gut-focused means of accurately diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), new research shows.The illness appears to disrupt relationships between a person’s gut microbiome, immune system and metabolism, explained a team l...

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4 weeks ago

How much of a difference can just 15 minutes a day really make? According to new research, a brisk daily walk could slash your risk of early death by nearly 20%. It’s not just about walking, it’s about how you walk. Ready to find out why pace matters more than you think?

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Walking for Health? A Faster Pace Boosts Benefits

Want to cut your odds of an early death by almost 20%?  Take just 15 minutes out of your day for a brisk walk, researchers advise.While it’s known that regular walking is healthy, the new ...

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4 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered why wrinkles really happen — no matter how many creams you use? Scientists say they’ve finally uncovered the root cause of skin wrinkling — and it’s not what you might think. The answer could change the way we treat aging skin.

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Lab Experiments Show Why Wrinkles Form

The struggle to tame wrinkles is an age-old conflict, with people using any number of lotions, creams and treatments to try and smooth their skin.Now, researchers say they know exactly why skin wrinkles.“This is no longer just a theory,” senior researcher

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4 weeks ago

Did you think you needed to hit 10,000 steps a day to stay healthy? New research says fewer steps might still bring major benefits — and the number might surprise you. Find out why 7,000 steps could be the new magic number.

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You Might Not Need As Many Daily Steps As You Think, Review Argues

Walkers don’t need to march 10,000 steps a day to gain substantial health benefits, a comprehensive new evidence review has concluded.Instead, getting just 7,000 steps a day appears to be most effective in reducing a person’s risk of death and chronic illness, researchers repor...

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4 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered just how powerful a dog’s nose really is? They’ve sniffed out everything from missing persons to deadly diseases — but can they detect issues deep within the brain? This new research might surprise you.

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Dogs Can Sniff Out Parkinson's Disease, Study Shows

Dogs’ noses are sensitive enough to track down fleeing convicts, locate human remains in hidden burial sites and detect illicit drug stashes.They’ve even been able to sniff out human diseases like prostate cancer, malaria and