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Five years since initial response to coronavirus spread in the United States
February 2020By the time the coronavirus had begun to spread throughout the United States, officials were still unsure of how contagious the virus was. Much of the country was…
Higher dementia risk seen in women with common health issue
An estimated 80% of women have some type of menopause symptoms — and the more symptoms they experience, the greater the chances of developing dementia later in life. The…
Popular frozen drink linked to children’s illness, study finds
A popular summertime treat could contain hidden dangers to kids’ health, a new study cautions. Researchers at University College Dublin conducted a review of 21 children who…
Several kinds of acne products recalled over cancer risk, FDA says
Several types of skincare products used to treat acne have been recalled due to a cancer risk. The products, which contain benzoyl peroxide, a common treatment for…
Deadly cancer type linked to obesity and high stress levels
Obesity and stress could magnify the risk of one of the most aggressive types of cancer, a new study suggests. Researchers at University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)…
US measles outbreak: See the states where cases have been reported
The measles outbreak continues to spread throughout the U.S., sparking discussions about how best to protect children and other high-risk groups from the disease. While West…
Stay fit in your 40s and beyond with these smart workout tips
Exercise is essential for overall health — but as we age, our usual fitness routine might not be as effective. For people over 40, the body goes through hormonal and physical…
Federal dietary guidelines will soon change for Americans, HHS and USDA announce
The "Make America Healthy Again" commission held an inaugural meeting on Monday with USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The USDA and HHS…
Fly safely amid measles outbreak with these important travel tips
Measles has been spreading across America, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported more than 220 cases nationwide as of March 7. The uptick in cases…
Sunlight exposure can bring life-changing health benefits, expert says
As spring arrives and the weather warms, exposure to sunlight could have an immense impact on overall health. Dr. Roger Seheult, a critical care physician, pulmonologist and…
Cannabis-like synthetic compound delivers pain relief without addictive high, study finds
Naturally grown cannabis is known to relieve pain, but its addictive high has limited its usefulness as a…
Breakthrough stem cell therapy repairs cornea damage once deemed untreatable
There is a new treatment for damaged corneas called cultivated autologous limbal epithelial cells, or…
Study: Men with stronger sperm may live longer
Researchers tracked more than 78,000 men over 50 years and found that those with higher sperm motility --…
Seniors with insomnia could benefit from weight training exercises
Resistance exercise, activities that make muscles work against an external force, appears to be the best…
NIH director nominee outlines his goals to improve public health
Trump nominee Dr. Jay Bhattacharya sidesteps question on drug pricing, attracts praise from conservatives for his opposition to Dr. Anthony Fauci…
Aspirin, ibuprofen might help protect against dementia, new study suggests
Nnon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs might help protect the brain by quelling inflammation that…
Surgery just before the weekend a bad idea, study suggests
People who undergo surgery just before the weekend have a significantly increased risk of death and…
Study: Misdiagnosis of lupus symptoms linked to mental health, trust issues
Many sufferers of the autoimmune disease known as lupus whose symptoms were initially brushed off as…
CDC monitors outbreak of deadly, unknown disease in Democratic Republic of Congo
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is closely monitoring an outbreak of a deadly disease…
Tattoos might increase skin cancer, lymphoma risk, study finds
Tattoos appear to increase a person's risk of skin cancer between 33% and 62%, according to a new Danish…