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The Atlantic diet may lower the risk of heart disease and diabetes — and you can still eat meat and potatoes. Here are 5 tips to get started.
The Atlantic diet is considered a cousin of the Mediterranean diet but includes more seafood, dairy, lean meat, nuts, potatoes and bread.
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Heat stroke and other illness symptoms to watch for as deadly heat waves continue across the country
What's the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke — and how can you prevent them? Experts share how to stay safe during extreme heat.
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Urticaria Pigmentosa and Mast Cell Involvement: What to Know
Urticaria pigmentosa is a term sometimes used to refer to cutaneous mastocytosis. Learn how skin lesions look and when they start.
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Neuralgia: Everything You Need to Know About Nerve Pain
Pain from nerve damage is different than other types of pain
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Finland is offering farmworkers bird flu shots. Some experts say the US should, too
As bird flu spreads among dairy cattle in the U.S., veterinarians and researchers have taken note of Finland's move to vaccinate farmworkers at risk of infection. "Farmworkers, veterinarians, and producers are handling large volumes of milk that can contain high levels of bird flu virus," said Kay Russo, a livestock and poultry veterinarian in Fort Collins, Colorado.
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Some state AGs warn of 'unprecedented' health care data breach that could affect one-third of Americans
Attorneys general in at least two states are warning this week of an "unprecedented" health care data breach that they say may affect up to one-third of all Americans. Change Healthcare, a health payment company owned by UnitedHealth Group, said it experienced a cyberattack in February 2024, potentially exposing millions of Americans' sensitive health information. Typically, when data breaches occur, consumers receive individualized letters if their information was impacted.
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Mouth Ulcer (Canker Sore): Everything You Need to Know
A mouth ulcer is a small sore that forms on your gums, lips, tongue, inner cheeks, or the roof of your mouth. Lots of things can cause mouth ulcers. Learn more.
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Hyperopia (Farsightedness): What Can You See?
Why blurry vision appears and how to clear it.
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Feds investigating Steward Health Care for fraud and corruption, sources say
The Dallas-based company, which owns hospitals in Massachusetts and seven other states, has been accused of putting profits over patients.
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Raw milk isn't safe to drink, experts say. Now it's been linked to 165 cases of salmonella illnesses.
Sales of raw milk continue to rise — and experts say there are no benefits that outweigh the risks of illness from untreated dairy.
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A Study Found Lead and Toxic Metals in Tampons. Here's Why It's Not as Scary as It Sounds
New study found toxic metals in 30 tampon samples, but more research is needed to understand if the metals can leach out of the products and enter the body.
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Lawsuit filed in case of teen who died after eating spicy chip as part of online challenge
A lawsuit was filed Thursday against Hershey, Walgreens and several others in the case of a Massachusetts teen who died after he participated in a spicy tortilla chip challenge that was widely promoted on social media. Harris Wolobah, a 10th grader from the city of Worcester, died Sept. 1, 2023, after eating the Paqui chip as part of the manufacturer’s “One Chip Challenge.” An autopsy found Wolobah died after eating a large quantity of chile pepper extract and also had a congenital heart defec
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23 Most Nutritious, Healthy Fruits
While all fruits have health benefits, some have more disease-fighting properties than others. Here’s a complete list of the healthiest fruits to include in your diet.
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5 ways to reduce your cancer risks, according to new research
Changeable lifestyle factors like diet and smoking account for about 40% of cancer cases and 50% of cancer deaths, a new study finds.
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Healthy (and fun!) things to do this July — from the Summer Olympics to National Ice Cream Day
Your healthy living guide to what to what to eat, what to do and what to get checked out this July.
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What's the Jamestown Canyon virus, the virus found in some Maine mosquitoes?
Scientists are keeping an eye out for cases of Jamestown Canyon virus in humans, as well as dengue cases in Florida.
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Whiplash Injury and Pain: The Rehabilitation Process
A whiplash injury can affect the neck, back, nerves, and central nervous system. Learn how to support healing after an accident.
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Pfizer targets obesity with new once-daily danuglipron drug
Pfizer announced early Thursday morning that it has selected its preferred once-daily modified release formulation of danuglipron, a move that it said was a significant milestone in the obesity drug’s development. Danuglipron, an oral glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, will undergo dose optimization studies in the second half of 2024 as Pfizer seeks to evaluate multiple doses of the formulation which they hope will inform the registration-enabling studies.
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Pfizer moves forward with once-daily weight-loss pill
(Reuters) -Pfizer plans to move a reworked, once-a-day version of its weight-loss pill danuglipron into clinical trials later this year, the company said on Thursday, after scrapping a twice- daily version of the drug late last year. The new drug is part of the second generation of weight-loss pills under development by companies including Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk that will offer patients a more convenient alternative to injections. Some analysts expect the weight-loss drug market, currently
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Massachusetts man regains voice, complete with Boston accent, after rare larynx transplant
The Mayo Clinic replaced Marty Kedian's larynx, or voice box, to remove a rare form of laryngeal cancer. Kedian says he feels like he got his life back.
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Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s largest hospital complicates treatment of kids with cancer
The National Cancer Institute in Kyiv was busier than usual after a Russian missile struck Ukraine’s largest children’s hospital this week, forcing the evacuation of dozens of its young patients battling cancer. Russia’s heaviest bombardment of the Ukrainian capital in four months severely damaged Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital on Monday, terrorizing families and severely impacting their children already battling life-threatening diseases. Now, some families face a dilemma of where to continue
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Jeff Bridges says he's 'feeling great' 3 years after contracting COVID while undergoing chemotherapy
Jeff Bridges gave an update on his health at the TCA summer press tour. The actor stars in "The Old Man" season two alongside John Lithgow.
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San Quentin prison on lockdown as dozens suffer gastrointestinal illness. Prisoners say 'boiled chicken' is to blame.
Dozens needed medical care, men incarcerated at San Quentin said. Officials call it a gastrointestinal outbreak, but inmates say it was the chicken.
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Nearly 200 cases of dengue virus reported in New York and New Jersey: CDC
Nearly 200 people have been infected with dengue in the states of New York and New Jersey so far this year, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. New York has reported 143 cases and New Jersey has reported 41. Dengue transmission is typically common in tropical and subtropical areas of the world, according to the CDC.
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The dark side of Zyn: How tobacco-free nicotine pouches may harm your health
Nicotine pouches like Zyn have soared in popularity in recent years. Most are marketed as smoke-free, hands-free alternatives to cigarettes and other tobacco products.
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A new plague case is a reminder: The 'Black Death' lingers in the US
In the U.S., most human cases occur in the Southwest and the West. About seven people get plague per year, the CDC said.
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14-year-old bitten by shark in Florida, the fourth incident in a month
A 14-year-old boy was bitten by a shark Wednesday in Daytona Beach, Florida, local authorities said. The teen, who was visiting from Missouri, was bitten on his left foot while standing in knee-deep water, according to the Volusia County Beach Ocean Rescue. A 21-year-old man visiting from Ohio was bitten on the foot on July 4 while playing football in knee-deep water.
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Wisconsin writer pens novels featuring characters with disabilities
"I was like, okay we got to do something about this. We have to write a story that actually talks about what it's like to have a disability and that you are just a normal person," said writer Katie Mettner.
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11 Foods That May Help You Sleep
A registered dietitian explains foods and nutrients that may support sleep
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How Much Vitamin D Do Women Need per Day?
15 Micrograms (mcg) or 600 International Units (IU)
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Dozens were sickened with salmonella after drinking raw milk from a California farm
Dozens of salmonella illnesses have been linked to raw milk from a California farm, a far wider outbreak than previously known, according to newly released state records. As of February, at least 165 people were sickened with salmonella infections tied to products from Raw Farm, of Fresno, California, according to the records. It is the largest reported salmonella outbreak linked to raw milk in the U.S. in the past decade, according to health officials.
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US Senator Sanders optimistic Novo Nordisk can be pressured to cut Wegovy, Ozempic prices
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Senator Bernie Sanders on Wednesday expressed confidence that Novo Nordisk can be convinced to cut the U.S. prices of its popular Ozempic and Wegovy drugs used for weight loss by publicly shaming the company over how much it charges compared with prices in other countries. Novo Nordisk CEO Lars Jorgensen is set to testify before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), which Sanders chairs, in a September hearing focusing on U.S. prices for Oz
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New study raises questions about tampon safety for women
A new study that detected variable levels of heavy metals, including lead, in tampons currently on the market is being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a spokesperson for the agency told ABC News. The study published in Environmental International by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, evaluated the levels of 16 types of metals, including lead as well as mercury, arsenic and iron, in 30 tampons from 14 different brands obtained in the U.S., Greece and Englan
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How to Begin an Exercise Routine as a Part of Your Obesity Treatment Plan
Exercise physiologist Christian Jones, MS, ACSM EP, explains the importance of exercise for obesity treatment and shares the top five things to consider before implementing a workout routine.
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'White Lotus' star is 'overjoyed' to be pregnant after experiencing miscarriage
Alexandra Daddario is pregnant! The "White Lotus" star recently revealed she is expecting her first child with husband Andrew Form, a film producer, publicizing the happy news in an interview with Vogue published Wednesday. Daddario had kept her pregnancy a secret from the public for six months by "wearing baggy clothing, posting tightly cropped photos on her Instagram, and avoiding pretty much everyone," according to the outlet.
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The plague rarely affects humans, though the US sees about 7 cases a year. Here's why
Colorado health officials have confirmed a human case of the plague, the rare bacterial infection infamously known for killing tens of millions in 14th century Europe. Today, it's easily treated with antibiotics. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there are seven human cases of plague per year in the U.S., and in February, Oregon officials reported it in a person who likely got it from their sick cat.
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How Obesity Affects Your Blood Pressure (And What You Can Do About It)
Studies show that being overweight or obese can contribute to a higher risk of hypertension (high blood pressure). Here’s everything you need to know.
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Former CEO of SCWorx Corp convicted of securities fraud over COVID tests
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The former CEO of healthcare software company SCWorx Corp was found guilty of investor fraud for falsely stating the company was becoming a major supplier of COVID-19 rapid tests early in the pandemic, the U.S. Justice Department said on Wednesday. The Justice Department said in a statement that a federal jury in New Jersey convicted Marc Schessel, 64, of two counts of securities fraud for public statements by SCWorx in April 2020, early in the pandemic, claiming that it w
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The summer COVID wave is here. Should you mask up?
Given the big uptick in COVID-19 cases, questions about masking are surfacing right now. Here's what doctors recommend, including whether you can keep using your old masks.
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Violet Affleck speaks out against mask bans, says she had post-viral condition
18-year-old Violet Affleck urged L.A. officials to oppose mask bans and to issue a mask mandate in medical facilities to help reduce the risk of COVID and long COVID.
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Obesity and Shortness of Breath: What’s the Connection?
Obesity and shortness of breath are closely linked. Excess weight gain could change your lung function. Here’s what you need to know about the connection.
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What cognitive tests measure and could tell us about Biden and Trump
Doubts about the mental fitness of President Biden and Donald Trump to hold the White House in their 80s have highlighted tests that could reveal whether an older adult is experiencing cognitive decline. Biden has not taken a cognitive test during his presidency and dismissed calls to take one arguing during his recent ABC News interview that leading the country amounts to a daily test. Trump has bragged about passing a short screening test in 2018, and his personal physician said last year that
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Nonsurgical Weight Loss Procedures and Bariatric Alternatives
A Look at the Options
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Musk's Neuralink says tiny wires of brain chip in first patient now stable
(Reuters) -The tiny wires of Neuralink's brain chip implant used in the first participant in a trial run by Elon Musk's company have become "more or less very stable", a company executive said on Wednesday. The company had in May said that a number of tiny wires inside the brain of Noland Arbaugh, who is paralyzed from the shoulders down due to a 2016 diving accident, had pulled out of position. "Once you do the brain surgery it takes some time for the tissues to come in and anchor the threads
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US FTC to sue drug middlemen over insulin prices, source says
(Reuters) -The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is planning to sue UnitedHealth, Cigna and CVS Health over their tactics as middlemen in negotiating prices for drugs including insulin, a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. The three companies own the largest pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, which are being investigated for the rebates, or volume-based discounts, they negotiate with drug manufacturers, and how these influence drug access and pricing. UnitedHealth declined to comm
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Scientists say they have identified a root cause of lupus — one that could pave the way for new treatments
A key mystery behind one of the most common autoimmune diseases may finally have an answer.
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US FDA flags shortage of Becton Dickinson's blood test tubes
The regulator urged providers to prioritize patients at the highest risk such as those displaying signs of bloodstream infections, which can often be deadly. The disruption in supply of this device is expected to impact patient diagnosis, follow-up treatment, and antimicrobial management efforts, according to the FDA. Becton's BACTEC blood culture media help detect bacterial and fungal infections in the bloodstream.
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Jennifer Garner, Ben Affleck's daughter Violet speaks out against mask bans at public hearing
Violet Affleck, the eldest of Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's three children, is following in her parents' footsteps in speaking out for what she believes. The normally private 18-year-old spoke publicly Tuesday at a meeting of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to argue against mask bans amid ongoing cases of COVID-19. The teenager, who graduated from high school in May, went onto say that she contracted what she described as a "post-viral condition" in 2019, prior to the coronavir
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Your First Steps After an Obesity Diagnosis
You’ve just been diagnosed with obesity, and you’re working on a plan to improve your health. It may feel difficult to start, but here is the right place.
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What to know about 6 popular home tests for allergies, cancer and more
- - - Correction: A previous version of this article misspelled Asima Ahmad’s last name as Ahmed. The article has been corrected.Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. - - - The 95-year-old patient was sure she had colon cancer. After noticing some rectal bleeding, she used an at-home colon cancer screening test. The results were positive. She feared her life was ending. Her physician, Mark B. Pochapin, the director of the d
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