Social media challenges can range from bizarre, hilarious to downright dangerous – it seems there’s no limit to what some people will do for likes.
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How long you live depends on where you live – COVID symptoms in kids and teens – Raw milk and kids’ health
Wildfire smoke is a health risk for pregnant people — both physically and mentally
As the West’s wildfire season worsens, a new Human Rights Watch report urges policymakers to address the toll it’s taking on pregnancy and birth outcomes.
How much does your phone’s blue light really delay your sleep? Relax, it’s just 2.7 minutes
But what does the science actually tell us about the impact of bright, blue light and sleep? When our group of sleep experts from Sweden, Australia and Israel compared scientific studies that directly tested this, we found the overall impact was close to meaningless. Sleep was disrupted, on average, by less than three minutes.
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Measles in Oregon and Georgia – Obesity drug cuts diabetes risk 93% – Playstation is good for you
How accurate are wearable fitness trackers? Less than you might think
As wearable technologies continue to permeate various facets of health and lifestyle, it is important to approach manufacturers’ claims with a healthy dose of scepticism.
Do you have knee pain from osteoarthritis? You might not need surgery. Here’s what to try instead
Non-surgical treatments work well for most people with osteoarthritis, regardless of their age or the severity of their symptoms. These include education and self-management, exercise and physical activity, weight management and nutrition, and certain pain medicines.
Self-adjusting brain pacemaker may help reduce Parkinson’s disease symptoms
Implanted device responds to changes in brain biomarkers of Parkinson’s symptoms by adjusting stimulation, allowing the treatment to be tailored to a patient’s needs in real time.
Harris Did Not Vote to ‘Cut Medicare,’ Despite Trump’s Claim
Trump’s statement is wrong both on the hard numbers and his interpretation of what they mean.
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Needleless treatment for severe allergic reactions – US fertility rate at record low – Hunt for Adderall is On
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FDA may green light new Covid vaccine soon – Home test for syphilis approved – Blood banks need type O – Polio in Gaza
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder causes debilitating periods. Here’s what we know about how to treat it.
For people with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), every month involves a struggle: feeling low and hopeless, navigating a minefield of intrusive thoughts and emotions, feeling so tired and overwhelmed that they are reduced to tears. The symptoms — which can also include depressed mood, anxiety, mood swings, irritability, sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating and appetite changes — lift when their period starts, only to return again the next month.
Who dies in a heat wave? How to help protect the vulnerable in our communities
Most deaths from extreme heat are in older people who frequently die alone inside their homes.
4 ways to cut down on meat when dining out – and still make healthy choices
When you’re making your own food, it’s easier to adapt recipes or reduce the amount of meat. But when faced with a menu, it can be difficult to work out what is the best option.
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Bird flu detected in cats – U.S. life expectancy – mPox spreads