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Quitting smoking after cancer diagnosis may boost survival up to 26%
Smokers are 22% to 26% less likely to die if they quit following a cancer diagnosis, researchers found. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Smokers diagnosed with cancer often shrug and keep lighting up, figuring a few more…
Election anxiety leads many Americans to avoid family and friends, survey finds
The presidential election is already stressful for most Americans – and these stressors can trickle down into relationships. A new poll from the American Psychological Association (APA) found that 77% of Americans believe the future…
Final phase for polio vaccinations resumes in northern Gaza
A Palestinian child receives polio vaccine drops during a vaccination campaign at UNRWA headquarters in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, on Oct. 14, and the final round of vaccinations are underway in northern Gaza. Photo by Haitham…
Julie Bowen of ‘Modern Family’ gets real about chronic dry eye: What to know about the…
Itchy, red, irritated eyes could be a symptom of many things, but chronic dry eye is a common culprit. Dry eye is a condition that occurs when the eyes do not produce enough quality tears, leading to burning, stinging and general…
Have chronic low back pain? Try virtual yoga, study suggests
1 of 2 | Surgical, oral medications and injections may not work well or could pose side effects, but low-cost virtual yoga can empower people in managing chronic low back pain, the study indicates. Photo by…
Pig infected with bird flu for first time in US, health officials confirm
A pig in Oregon has tested positive for H5N1 bird flu, according to a Wednesday announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The infected pig was from a backyard farming operation that had a "mix of poultry and…
Ozempic, Wegovy might help ease knee arthritis pain
The GLP-1 drug semaglutide can help obese people manage debilitating knee arthritis, a new trial has found. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News The GLP-1 drug semaglutide can help obese people manage debilitating knee…
Tuberculosis has overtaken COVID as world’s deadliest infectious disease
Tuberculosis (TB) is once again the infectious disease responsible for the most deaths worldwide, according to a Tuesday announcement from the World Health Organization (WHO). The contagious disease was responsible for 1.25 million…
Muscles can bounce back despite weeks-long weight training breaks
New Finnish research finds that even weeks-long interruptions in training won't hamper muscle-building efforts. Adobe stock/HealthDay For many reasons, bodybuilders and others involved in weight training might have to take a…
Election strain pushes 1 of 3 Americans to limit time with family, friends
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Autism diagnoses on the rise among U.S. children, adults
Big surges in new autism diagnoses among young adults, as well a rise in diagnoses for girls and young women, have driven a near-tripling of U.S. autism cases in just over a decade, researchers report. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay…
Mercedes owner goes viral using vape to test vehicle’s high-tech air filter
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Weight-loss surgery in teens brings long-term health benefits, study concludes
1 of 2 | It’s important to learn about the value and risks of certain medications and surgical approaches because they show promise in helping teens with severe obesity, researchers said. Photo by sasint/Pixabay…
4 hidden signs of breast cancer to watch for: ‘You know your body’
With one in every eight women diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives, experts agree that early detection and treatment is key. "One of the biggest goals when it comes to breast cancer detection is to try and…
‘Weekend warrior’ exercise can cut risk of cognitive decline, study indicates
1 of 2 | Even those who exercise once or twice a week can help ward off dementia, a new study concludes. Photo by Andrea Piacquadio/Pexels Being a "weekend warrior" -- engaging in exercise once or twice per…
Poor sleep in middle age could affect the brain in a surprising way, study finds
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Blood tests for colon cancer screening not ready to replace colonoscopy, study indicates
1 of 2 | Blood tests are emerging as an innovative tool for colorectal cancer detection because they have the potential to save lives compared with no screening. For now, however, patients should stick with more proven…
Halloween candy overload: 5 ways to keep kids from overindulging
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Rapid defibrillator use saves lives from cardiac arrest, study finds
Every minute spent waiting for a first shock from a defibrillator cuts the odds of surviving cardiac arrest by 6%, a new Dutch study finds. Photo by Mikhail Nilov/Pexels Every minute spent waiting for a first shock from a…
Presidential election is making most Americans anxious, surveys say: Here are 6 tips to calm down
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