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Quick, simple nasal swab helps diagnose type of asthma in children
A new quick-and-easy nasal swab test for kids can diagnose the specific immune system drivers behind their asthma, potentially opening the door to better treatments, researchers say. Photo by PDPics/Pixabay Not sure what's…
19 drug approvals in 2024 that had ‘big clinical impact,’ according to GoodRx
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New test might diagnose painful ‘wear-and-tear’ arthritis
Knee arthritis could become easier to detect and diagnose thanks to a new test involving the lubricating fluid inside the joint. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Knee arthritis could become easier to detect and diagnose…
Choking emergency? How to do the Heimlich maneuver — and when to avoid it
A choking emergency can turn really scary, really quickly. Whether it’s yourself or another person, knowing how to remove the blockage while staying calm can be the difference between life and death.The Heimlich maneuver is a…
Study suggests estrogen may trigger binge drinking
In a new study, the female hormone estrogen appeared to promote binge drinking in women. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News A woman's binge drinking might be related to her hormones. The female hormone estrogen appears to…
22 health care predictions for 2025 from medical researchers
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Adding cereal to baby’s milk might cause weight gain
The common practice of adding cereal to a baby's bottle to help introduce solid foods might cause rapid weight gain in some infants. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Adding cereal to a baby's bottle is a habit that's been…
Service dog helps boy with rare genetic disorder achieve ‘unbelievable’ progress
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U.S. lifespans up from pandemic lows, in part due to fewer fatal overdoses
After years of decline, U.S. life expectancy is finally on the rise again for the first time since 2019, new government research shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News After years of decline, U.S. life expectancy is…
Jimmy Carter spent nearly 2 years in hospice care before his death at 100
Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States who died at the age of 100 on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, had been living in hospice care at his home since Feb. 2023. Back in May, Carter's son, Jason Carter, said in a speech at the…
California declares public health emergency as bird flu spreads in cows
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a public health emergency on Wednesday as bird flu continues to spread among the state's dairy cattle. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a public…
7 of Google’s most-searched health questions in 2024, with expert responses
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Northwest Naturals raw pet food tied to bird flu in cat; recall issued
Tests confirmed the batch of raw pet food was contaminated with highly pathogenic avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, according to a company statement. Adobe Stock A batch of raw pet food has been voluntarily…
What is ‘toasted skin syndrome’? Heating pads and blankets can cause skin damage, experts warn
A heated blanket or heating pad might keep you warm in the cold winter months, but experts are warning of a potential danger. Too much exposure to high heat can cause noticeable skin damage, or a condition called toasted skin…
FDA proposes rule to target asbestos in talc cosmetic products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a new rule to require standardized testing of talc-containing cosmetics for asbestos, a known carcinogen linked to serious illnesses. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
5 major Alzheimer’s discoveries scientists made in 2024
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TNF inhibitors might help prevent serious complications in kids with Crohn’s Disease
A specific class of anti-inflammatory drugs can help children avoid a debilitating complication of Crohn's disease, a new study shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News A specific class of anti-inflammatory drugs can help…
What is sunset anxiety? Here’s how to know if you have late-day distress
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Health risks from wildfire smoke linger 3 years after Marshall Fire
In a new study, researchers examined the health effects people experienced when they returned to still-standing homes after the Marshall Fire outside Boulder, Colo. Photo by Pixabay/Pexels Three years ago, on Dec. 30, 2021,…
Pregnant woman and baby saved after doctors find grapefruit-sized tumor: ‘Extremely…
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