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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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Vigorous workouts suppress hunger, especially in women
A heart-pounding workout suppresses a person's hunger levels better than less strenuous exercises like a brisk walk or active yoga, a new study shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News A heart-pounding workout suppresses a…
Ozempic could help reduce Alzheimer’s risk for some, study suggests: ‘Shifting the paradigm’
Semaglutide medications — such as Ozempic, the popular diabetes drug — have been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease for certain groups. A new study, which was led by researchers at Case Western Reserve University in…
CDC: Some people may need extra dose of COVID-19 vaccine
Some Americans should get more than one shot of the updated COVID-19 vaccines because their age or certain health conditions make them more vulnerable to severe infections, U.S. health officials advised this week. Photo by Adobe…
Dementia risk could be higher for older adults who experience this type of injury, study finds
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Brain scans may help detect if injury pain will become chronic
Brain scans can provide early warning of who will develop chronic pain following a whiplash injury, a new study finds. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Brain scans can provide early warning of who will develop chronic…