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15 hours ago

Did someone in your family unwrap a brand-new Nintendo Switch this Christmas and now you’re tempted to jump in and play, too? A new study suggests those nostalgic Super Mario or Yoshi games could be exactly what young adults need to recharge emotionally. Find out how video games might help ease stress and bring back a sense of childhood wonder.

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Video Games An Effective Stress Reliever For Young Adults

Did a younger sibling or cousin get a Nintendo Switch 2 for Christmas this year?Young adults feeling stressed or burned out might want to hop on and play a few rounds, a new study says.Popular video games like those in the Super Mario Bros. or Yoshi series can offer meaningful emoti...

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16 hours ago

PBMs such as CVS Caremark, Express Scripts and Optum are responsible for forcing patients to use their pharmacies and programs which takes business away from local providers and pharmacies. Please read this for some further explanation! ... See moreSee less

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2 days ago

Do you or someone in your family struggle with allergies or asthma and wonder if small changes could actually make a real difference this year? You might be surprised by how simple lifestyle tweaks can help you breathe easier and feel better every day. Read on to learn which resolutions can truly improve your health in 2026.

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Five New Year's Resolutions to Help You Breathe Easier

Making resolutions for the new year?Keep in mind that small ones can make a big difference if you have allergies or asthma.

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3 days ago

Do you ever wonder whether your diet and workout routine could do more than just help you lose weight? Maybe even help you sleep better at night? As we head into a season filled with resolutions, new research shows that what you eat and how you move might be the secret to deeper, more restorative rest. Read on to find out how your daily habits could be the key to better sleep in 2026.

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4 days ago

Have you ever wondered why it feels harder to keep the weight off as the years go by, even when your habits haven’t changed? New research explains why that stubborn “middle-age spread” happens and what you can do about it, no matter your age. Read on to learn how small changes today can make a big difference tomorrow.

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How to Fight 'Middle-Age Spread'

A steady uptick on your scale is a nasty side effect of middle age.Most adults in the U.S. put on 10 to 25 pounds between their 20s and their 40s — and there’s more bad news about this

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5 days ago

Are your daily drink habits helping or hurting your bone health as you age? A long-term study suggests that choosing tea over coffee might give older women a slight boost in bone strength. This small change could make a big difference.

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Tea May Have Bone-Health Benefits For Older Women

Here’s a DIY prescription for women looking to do everything they can to prevent a broken hip: Drink tea, not coffee.A decade-long study of older women found that tea drinkers had slightly stronger bones than their coffee-consuming counterparts.

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6 days ago

Have you ever thought about the hidden dangers in your home during the holidays, especially ones you can’t see or smell? With more cooking, heating, and travel this season, experts warn that carbon monoxide exposure can rise quickly and put families at serious risk.

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Holiday Carbon Monoxide Risks Families Should Know

Holiday gatherings often mean more cooking, heating and travel, but they can also raise the risk of a dangerous threat many people never see or smell: Carbon monoxide.So far this holiday season, the New Jersey Poison Control Center has helped care for 58 people, including children, who wer...

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7 days ago

Ever wonder if your everyday habits like how you sleep, handle stress, or stay connected to others could actually slow down aging? New research shows that simple, learnable lifestyle choices may be some of the most powerful anti-aging tools we have.

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1 week ago

Ever wonder if getting enough calcium and vitamin D really matters as you get older, especially after 50?
New research shows these nutrients play a crucial role in slowing bone loss as we age, making them more important than ever for long-term strength and mobility. Learn why protecting your bones now can make a big difference later.

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What Older Adults Should Know About Calcium and Vitamin D

As people move into their 50s and beyond, bone health becomes a bigger concern, and how much calcium and vitamin D you get can make a real difference.That’s because bone loss speeds up with age, especially during and after menopause, said

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1 week ago

Have you ever glanced at a supplement label and wondered how closely it’s actually regulated? New changes being considered by the FDA could affect how often warning labels appear on dietary supplements. Read on to learn why this decision matters for your health.

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FDA May Reduce How Often Supplement Warnings Appear on Labels

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is weighing a change that could make warning labels on dietary supplements appear less often on packaging.Unlike prescription drugs, dietary supplements are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness before they are sold.Instead, ...

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1 week ago

Ever been told to “cut back on saturated fat” but wondered if it really makes a difference for you? New research shows that for people already at risk for heart disease, that simple change could significantly lower the chances of heart attacks and strokes. Read more to see who benefits most and why it matters.

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Cutting Saturated Fat Helps Those at Risk for Heart Disease, Review Finds

People who are already at risk for heart disease may see the biggest health benefit from cutting back on saturated fat, according to a new review.The analysis — published Dec. 16 in the journal Annals of Internal M...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever put off a dental appointment because you’re worried about pain, drilling, or damage to your teeth? New research suggests a breakthrough gel that can actually repair and regrow tooth enamel, potentially changing the future of dental care.

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New Bio-Inspired Gel Helps Tooth Enamel Grow Back

Dental appointments may get easier and less painful soon. Scientists have developed a revolutionary gel that can repair and regrow tooth enamel.The breakthrough could come to the aid of a problem affecting many worldwide and at a time when ingestible

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2 weeks ago

Do your favorite holiday cheese dishes come with a side of guilt or could they actually be doing your brain some good? New research suggests that enjoying high-fat cheese and cream may be linked to a lower risk of dementia, making this holiday staple more surprising than ever.

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High-Fat Cheese, Cream Might Protect Brain Against Dementia

Cheese is frequently featured in holiday gatherings, whether it’s grandma’s cheese ball, a fancy baked Brie or a cheese-laden gift basket.Who knew all these holiday treats might be saving people’s brain health?Eating more high-fat cheese and high-fat cream might be...

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2 weeks ago

Ever grabbed a frozen meal without thinking twice about allergens on the label? A major recall involving fully cooked breaded chicken is raising concerns for anyone with food allergies, especially soy, and it’s an important reminder to double-check what’s in your freezer. Read more to see if this affects your household.

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Recall Issued for Breaded Chicken After Major Allergen Left Off Label

Georgia-based Suzanna’s Kitchen is recalling about 62,550 pounds of fully cooked, bone-in breaded chicken because the label does not list soy, a common food allergen.The recall involves eight-piece cut, bone-in breaded chicken portions made ...

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2 weeks ago

Ever wonder if the water your kids drink is still protecting their teeth like it used to? As some states move away from adding fluoride, experts say parents may need to rethink how they safeguard their children’s smiles. Find out what’s changing and what you can do next.

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No Fluoride in Your Water? How to Protect Kids’ Teeth

For decades, fluoride in drinking water has helped protect kids’ teeth from cavities. But as some states move away from adding fluoride to public water, dentists say parents may need to take extra steps to keep children’s pearly whites healthy.States such as Utah and Florida ha...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever noticed how having someone you love by your side makes everything feel a little easier, even during a health scare? New research suggests that partner support can play a powerful role in recovery after heart emergencies, and the science behind it might surprise you. Read on to learn why love really can be good for your heart.

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Love Can Help The Heart Heal, Evidence Says

Hearts are often associated with love, especially around Valentine’s Day.That’s more relevant than you might think, a new evidence review says.The support of a beloved partner can dramatically improve recovery for people who’ve had a

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2 weeks ago

Ever brushed off a small ache, only to have it linger longer than expected? New research warns that tendon injuries often don’t heal properly and even a small, unnoticed injury can affect your strength, stability and everyday movement more than you realize. Learn why early attention matters and what it means for your long-term mobility.

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How to Head Off Tendon Trouble

Injure a tendon and you might not notice right away, but beware: These injuries often fail to heal properly, putting everyday activities at risk. 

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2 weeks ago

Ever wonder why the sunscreen you buy abroad seems more advanced than what’s on U.S. shelves?
That could soon change. The FDA is reviewing a new sunscreen ingredient already used worldwide, and it may mean better sun protection ahead. Read on to see what this could mean for your skin.

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New Sunscreen Ingredient Could Soon Be Allowed in the U.S.

Americans may soon have access to a new sunscreen ingredient already used around the world.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Dec. 11 that it is revi...

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3 weeks ago

Have you ever wished there were more ways to treat depression without frequent office visits or medications alone? A newly FDA-cleared at-home device that uses gentle electrical stimulation could change how people access mental health care find out what this breakthrough could mean for patients everywhere.

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FDA Clears Home Brain-Stimulation Device to Help Treat Depression

An at-home device that sends a gentle electrical current to the brain to help treat depression has been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).Experts say the mov...

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3 weeks ago

Ever notice your child struggling to focus after scrolling through social media? New research suggests heavy use of popular platforms may be quietly chipping away at kids’ attention spans. Read on to see what experts discovered and why it matters.

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Social Media Draining Kids' Ability To Concentrate, Study Argues

Social media could be draining children of their ability to concentrate, a new study says.Children who spend a lot of time on Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter or Messenger gradually become less able to focus and pay attention, researchers reported Dec. 8 in the journal

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3 weeks ago

Have you ever noticed how just thinking about a good moment with someone can suddenly make you feel closer to them, even if it never actually happened? New research shows that simply imagining a positive interaction can shift how we feel about others and even change how our brain stores information about them. Read more to see how powerful your mind really is.

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Research Shows Imagining Positive Encounters Shapes Real-Life Feelings

Thinking about a positive moment with someone, even if it never happened, may actually make you like them more, new research shows.A study published Dec. 10 in Nature Communications found that simply imagini...

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3 weeks ago

New research shows this tropical favorite may offer far more benefits than flavor alone and the findings might surprise you. Read more to see why mango deserves a spot in your daily routine.

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Mango May Support Weight and Blood Sugar, New Research Shows

Whether you slice mango and eat it plain, sprinkle it with tajín, toss it into a salad or blend it into a smoothie, new research suggests this tropical fruit may offer more than great flavor. Researchers at Illinois Institute of Technology reviewed 29 studies published between ...

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3 weeks ago

A major blood pressure drug is being recalled after tests showed it may contain traces of other medications. Read more to see if your prescription is affected.

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Some Blood Pressure Pills Recalled for Possible Contamination

A widely used blood pressure medication is being pulled from shelves after testing suggested some batches may contain traces of other drugs.Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has recalled several lots of bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide tablets (s...

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3 weeks ago

Do you ever worry about whether the foods you find in nature are truly safe to eat? A new warning from California health officials reveals how dangerous certain wild mushrooms can be and why knowing the risks could save a life. Read more to stay safe this season.

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Do Not Eat Wild Mushrooms, Officials Warn After Poisonings Turn Deadly

California health officials are warning people not to collect or eat wild mushrooms after a toxin found in some types poisoned nearly two dozen people and killed one.The California Poison Control System reported 21 cases linked to a toxin called amatoxin, found in a mushroom known as the d...

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3 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered if video games could actually help kids learn instead of just keeping them glued to a screen? A new study shows that certain educational games may boost children’s understanding of the human body, health, and even scientific thinking. Discover why this could change how we view screen time for kids.

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Educational Video Game Helps Kids Learn Science, Study Finds

Video games often have a bad reputation as being a distraction, but a new study suggests they may help kids build important science skills.University of Georgia researchers created an educational video game that helps elementary school students learn about the human body, health and how to...

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4 weeks ago

Are your healthy habits the first thing to disappear once the holiday travel, family gatherings, and nonstop to-do lists kick in? Experts say you don’t need to be perfect to stay well this season, just realistic about your routines and expectations. Read how to keep your health on track without the holiday stress.

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Healthy Routines Can Stay on Track — Even During Holiday Chaos

The holidays can bring travel, busy schedules and family events, and for many people, that means healthy habits slip. But experts say staying well during this time doesn’t require perfection.It’s not just the schedule that gets in the way, it’s the expectations we put on ...

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4 weeks ago

Ever wonder if your smartwatch or favorite health app could be doing more than tracking steps? The World Health Organization is doubling down on digital health tools to improve wellness worldwide and the impact might be bigger than you think. Discover how tech is reshaping global health.

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From AI to Wearables: WHO Outlines Global Plan for Digital Health Tools

Make way for digital health. Smart watches and health apps aren’t just for fitness enthusiasts and people with access to advanced care — the World Health Organization (WHO) is looking to these and other digital tech devices to enhance health and wellness across the globe.As the...