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Drinking This Juice Could Help Lower Blood Pressure, New Study Suggests - EatingWell

Learn what a study suggests regarding beet juice, your mouth’s microbiome and blood pressure; plus other ways to lower blood pressure.

Chagas disease, a deadly infection caused by ‘kissing bugs,’ may have taken root in the U.S., researchers say - yahoo.com

The disease, which kills thousands of people worldwide every year, has historically only been considered a danger abroad.

Simple nighttime rituals could delay or prevent Alzheimer's in all adults - Earth.com

A new study shows that deep sleep protects memory in older adults with early signs of Alzheimer's, according to UC Berkeley.

One person dead, 21 infected with Legionnaires’ disease in Marshalltown - KWWL

18 cases of Legionnaires' disease have been confirmed in Marshall County.

The Unexpected Skin Change That’s Linked to Heart Disease - AOL.com

If you notice this, it's worth talking to your doctor about.

Confused about your eligibility for the Covid shot? In Washington state, you’re covered - KUOW

Thanks to a standing order signed by the state health officer Thursday, anyone in Washington state can get the Covid-19 vaccine without consulting their doctor.

Gene that human ancestors lost millions of years ago could help treat gout - Live Science

Researchers used evolutionary genetics and CRISPR gene editing tech to develop an innovative treatment for gout. The approach has yet to be tested in humans.

LSD shows early promise as a potential anxiety treatment - ABC News

COVID vaccine locations vanish from Google Maps due to supposed “technical issue” - Ars Technica

Finally, a reason to use Bing Maps.

Help! My Daughter Was Blessed With a Medical Miracle. Her Response Has Been Disgusting. - Slate

Prudie says: “LOL. Mom, please! Simmer down.”

Ultra vs. Minimally Processed Food: Simple Tips to Make Better Choices - ScienceAlert

If you've ever tried to lose weight, you've probably been told that cooking your own meals is the way to go.

This OTC nasal spray can actually prevent Covid - Daily Kos

Can Azelastine nasal spray really protect against catching a case of COVID? Here’s an excerpt from this month’s Covidlandia run down I just sent out to my peeps: ~ “I was really excited by this study, and overall remain optimistic that azelastine nasal...

Using your phone on the toilet raises your risk of hemorrhoids, study suggests - ABC News

LSD shows promise for reducing anxiety in drugmaker’s midstage study - AP News

A midstage study of the psychedelic drug LSD showed positive results for easing symptoms in people with generalized anxiety disorder. The results published Thursday pave the way for additional testing and possible approval of the mind-altering chemical for me…

The Unexpected Skin Change That’s Linked to Heart Disease - yahoo.com

If you notice this, it's worth talking to your doctor about.

Autism Gene Found to Alter Brain’s Social Hormone Signals - Neuroscience News

A new study reveals how a mutation in the Shank3 gene, associated with autism, alters social behavior by disrupting vasopressin release in the brain.

San Francisco cat is euthanized after eating pet food tainted with bird flu - SFGATE

Bird flu has spread more widely in the U.S. after it began to appear in dairy cows. Since 2024 at least 70 people have developed the disease.

A trace mineral may help guard the brain against Alzheimer’s, new study suggests - PsyPost

New research from Harvard suggests that lithium—a mineral best known for batteries and mood stabilizers—might protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease. Low lithium levels appear to trigger the toxic buildup of proteins linked to memory loss and cognitive de…

Bipasha Basu once revealed daughter Devi had two holes in heart, had surgery: 'I didn’t sleep for 40 days - Times of India

Bipasha Basu shared her experience with Neha Dhupia about her daughter Devi's heart condition. Devi was born with a ventricular septal defect. She und

"I Thought I Had A Sexual Disorder, But I Just Didn't Want Sex With My Husband" - Scary Mommy

One woman realizes maybe her lack of a sex drive has nothing to do with her hormones and everything to do with her marriage.