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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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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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2 days 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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3 days 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...

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5 days ago

Have you ever caught yourself flinching or wincing when a character gets hurt on TV even though you know it’s not real? Scientists say there’s a fascinating reason behind why we react this way to on-screen pain. Discover what’s happening in your brain during these moments.

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Science Explains Why You Wince When Watching Another's Pain

Ever wonder why you instinctively wince when you see physical harm come to a TV or movie character on screen?There’s a scientific explanation for why we flinch when watching painful events, even though we know it’s not real, researchers reported Nov. 26 in the journal

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Have you ever wondered whether the pots and pans you cook with every day are actually safe? A new FDA alert warns that 19 cookware products could release dangerous levels of lead into your food. Find out which items to look for so you can protect your home and health.

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FDA Tells Consumers to Toss 19 Cookware Items That May Contain Lead

A growing list of pots and pans is now considered unsafe, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is urging folks to check their kitchens and get rid of them right away.In a new alert, the agency said 19 cookware products, all made outside the United States, may release dangerous l...

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6 days ago

Do you ever wonder if the foods you eat each day are actually helping your heart stay healthy? A new study reveals that everyday favorites like tea, coffee, berries, nuts, and whole grains thanks to their polyphenols may offer powerful protection. Discover how adding more of these foods to your routine could boost your heart health.

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Tea, Coffee, Nuts, Berries: All Good for Your Heart

Tea, coffee, berries, cocoa, nuts, whole grains, olive oil: They’re all rich in antioxidant compounds called polyphenols, and they’re all good for your heart, a new British study shows.“This research provides strong evidence that regularly including polyphenol-rich foods ...

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Have you ever noticed subtle changes in the way you or someone you love drives and wondered if it could mean something more? A new study suggests that shifts in everyday driving patterns might actually be one of the earliest clues of cognitive decline, offering insights even more accurate than age, test scores, or genetic risk. Find out what researchers discovered and why it matters for all of us.

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Cognitive Decline Can Show Up Early in Driving Patterns

Researchers say changes in folks' driving patterns could be an early signal of cognitive decline.“We found that using a GPS data tracking device, we could more accurately determine who had developed cognitive issues than looking at just factors such as age, cognitive test scores and ...

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Do you struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep through the night? New research suggests that the ancient practice of tai chi may improve insomnia just as effectively as talk therapy for middle-aged adults. Find out how this gentle movement could help you finally get restful sleep.

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Tai Chi Might Equal Talk Therapy in Easing Insomnia

Having trouble sleeping? New Chinese research suggests the age-old practice of tai chi might help. The study found it equalled talk therapy in helping middle aged people with insomnia

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Have you ever wondered why your thinking, learning, or memory seems to shift at different stages of life? A new study reveals that the brain actually goes through four major turning points from childhood through old age. Discover what these stages mean for your health and future.

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Your Brain Changes in Stages as You Age, Study Finds

From childhood to old age, the human brain doesn’t just slowly fade or steadily grow, it changes in stages.A new study suggests our brains go through four major turning points that shape how we think, learn and connect.Researchers said those shifts happen around the ages of 9,...

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2 weeks ago

Ever notice how your bedtime bounces around and wonder if it actually matters? New research says that simply going to bed at the same time every night could lower your blood pressure as much as exercising more or cutting back on salt. Discover how a small nighttime habit could make a big difference for your heart.

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Regular Bedtime Does Wonders for Blood Pressure

A step as simple at sticking to the same bedtime each night could improve a person’s blood pressure, new research suggests. In just two weeks, people whose more haphazard bedtimes shifted to a regular bedtime saw improvements in blood pressure that were equal to those seen when ...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered whether building muscle and reducing belly fat could actually help keep your brain young? A new study reveals a surprising connection between physical fitness and a more youthful, healthier brain and the findings might inspire you to rethink your workouts. Read on to discover how your body could be boosting your brain.

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Want a Younger Brain? Keep the Muscle, Shed the Fat

Fitter bodies and muscles could keep brains young and fit, too, a new study suggests.“Healthier bodies with more muscle mass and less hidden belly fat are more likely to have healthier, youthful brains,” said study senior author

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Have you ever dreaded needing a root canal but wondered if anything good could actually come from it? A new study suggests that successful root canals may reduce inflammation tied to heart disease and could even improve cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Find out how a dental procedure might support your heart health.

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A Root Canal's Hidden Beneficiary: The Heart

Nobody wants a root canal, but if you must get one there’s possible benefit for your heart.Researchers in Britain found that a successful root canal appears to lower inflammation linked to

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Have you ever noticed how easy it is to keep eating ultra-processed foods even when you’re not really hungry? New research shows young adults on a highly processed diet kept consuming excess calories while those eating unprocessed foods did not. Discover why these foods make such a big difference.

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Could Ultra-Processed Foods Trigger Overeating in Teens?

After two weeks of being placed on a diet high in ultra-processed foods, people in their late teens and early twenties continued to take in an excessive amount of calories, even when not hungry, new research shows.The same was not true for similarly aged people who’d been placed on a...

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Have you ever wondered whether diet or exercise matters more when it comes to losing excess fat? A new long-term study suggests the real power comes from combining both and the results might surprise you. Read on to see why the duo beats doing either one alone.

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Staying Slim: What’s More Effective, Exercise or Healthy Eating?

When it comes to warding off excess fat, boosting exercise levels while improving your diet may be most effective, rather than focusing on either exercise or diet alone.That’s the finding from a seven-year study of almost 7,300 British adults. “We found that combini...

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Do you ever feel like the holiday season brings joy and a sudden wave of allergies or asthma flare-ups? From decorations to travel, this time of year can pack in hidden triggers, but a little preparation can make all the difference. Discover how to enjoy the festivities without the sniffles or stress.

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Holiday Tips To Keep Allergies and Asthma Under Control

The holidays: Twinkling lights, family dinners and packed travel plans. Plus, a surge of allergy and asthma triggers that can turn the season stressful for some folks.But with a little planning, you can enjoy the celebrations without spending them sniffing, itchy or reaching for tissues.

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Are screens really hurting our kids, or could they actually help them build healthier habits? A new study of more than 133,000 children and teens suggests that certain digital tools might improve activity, diet, and even weight. Find out why this research is challenging what many parents have long believed.

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Can Screen Time Help Kids Stay Healthy? New Research Says Yes

Ah, screens. The thing kids won’t put down, and parents can’t stop worrying about. But a new study suggests they may not be all bad after all.Researchers at the University of South Australia analyzed data from more than 133,000 children and teens under age 18. They found that d...

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How many people unknowingly carry genes that put them at serious risk for high cholesterol and early heart disease? A new study reveals that nearly 90% of those with familial hypercholesterolemia have no idea they're in danger, a finding that could change how we think about our own health. Read more to see why this matte#hearthealthe#cholesterolt#geneticsetics ... See moreSee less

Most People Aren't Aware Of Genetic Risk For Dangerously High Cholesterol

Most folks with genetics that put them at risk for high cholesterol and early heart disease aren’t aware of their danger, a new study says.Nearly 90% of people carrying genetics that cause dangerously high cholesterol — an inherited condition called familial hypercholesterolemi...

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3 weeks ago

Have you ever struggled to get enough sleep because your day starts way too early? College athletes face the same challenge and a new study shows early morning practices may be cutting into the sleep they desperately need. Find out what researchers discovered and why it matters more than you think.

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Morning Workouts Steal Sleep From Student Athletes, Study Finds

Early morning practices may cost college athletes valuable zzz's, according to a new study.Researchers at The Ohio State University analyzed more than 27,500 nights of sleep from 359 varsity athletes over a five-year period. Using wearable Oura Rings, the team tracked how practice s...

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Have you ever wondered what your heart health might look like decades from now, even if you’re still in your 30s? A new online calculator is giving younger adults an early preview of their long-term heart disease risk. See how this tool could help you make smarter choices today for a healthier tomorrow.

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Online Tool Helps Younger Adults Plan For Their Long-Term Heart Health

Usually, it’s not until late middle age that folks start worrying about heart disease.But a first-of-its-kind online calculator is now available to help adults as young as 30 forecast their risk of heart problems decades out, researchers reported Nov. 17 in the

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Have you ever watched a child’s vibrant personality suddenly change and wondered what might be happening beneath the surface? Alana “Lani” Silverberg went from a lively 3-year-old to exhausted and withdrawn as seizures began to take over her days. Her story sheds light on the hidden challenges families face and the breakthroughs offering hope.

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Keto Diet Stops A Young Girl's Epileptic Seizures

Alana “Lani” Silverberg was a real firecracker with a big personality at age 3 — until she started having seizures.The sweetheart swiftly turned quiet, cranky, sleepless and fatigued, worn down by her seizures.“It was every parent’s nightmare. Lani was ...

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Have you ever wondered how treatable thyroid cancer really is or what early detection could mean for your health or someone you love? With most cases found early and new approaches transforming care for low-risk patients, the outlook is more promising than ever. Discover what’s changing and why it matters.

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Thyroid Cancer Is Often Highly Treatable — Here’s What Patients Should Know

Thyroid cancer is often a highly treatable disease. Most cases are detected in early stages and have excellent outcomes. There are several different types of thyroid cancer, and recent changes in management — especially for low-risk cases — are transforming care. More than 90% ...

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3 weeks ago

Have you ever noticed how listening to your favorite music can instantly change your mood? Did you know it could also help protect your brain as you age? A new study shows that older adults who regularly enjoy music have a 39% lower risk of developing dementia compared to those who don’t. Read the full article to learn why your daily playlist might matter more than you think.

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Can Music Protect Your Brain? Study Says It Might Help Prevent Dementia

Listening to your favorite singers may do more than lift your mood — it could also protect your brain.A new study from Australian researchers found that older adults who regularly listened to music had a 39% lower risk of developing

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Have you ever wondered how a common virus you might already carry could impact your long-term health? A new study reveals that Epstein-Barr virus, which lives silently in most Americans, may play a key role in triggering lupus. Learn what researchers discovered and why it matters for your health.

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Mystery Cause Of Lupus Revealed, Experts Say

One of humanity’s most common viruses is behind the autoimmune disorder known as lupus, according to a new study.Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) resides silently in...

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4 weeks ago

Do you ever feel like your migraine headaches are more common than they should be? You’re not alone! Nearly 1 in 3 people worldwide struggle with headache disorders, impacting almost 3 billion lives. Discover what researchers uncovered in a new report and why it matters for your health.

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Headaches Affect Almost a Third of People Worldwide

Do you have regular migraine headaches? If so, you’ve got a lot of company.Nearly 1 in every 3 people worldwide suffer from a headache disorder, affecting almost 3 billion people, researchers will report in the December issue of