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Warning about bogus autism treatments vanishes from FDA’s website - Ars Technica

The agency used to warn of chelation, used by RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine ally David Geier.

Measles Outbreak In South Carolina Still Growing, State Health Department Says - HuffPost

Of those infected in the widening outbreak, the vast majority were unvaccinated.

Viruses may be more powerful in the International Space Station's microgravity environment - Space

"Microgravity pushed evolution into corners of the phage we still don't fully understand"

We Asked 3 Dietitians What the Healthiest Bread for Blood Pressure Is—And They All Agreed - Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information

Sprouted whole grain bread provides high levels of nutrients known to support healthy blood pressure levels, such as fiber and magnesium.

How exercise helps aging muscles repair themselves - Medical Xpress

Scientists at Duke-NUS Medical School have uncovered how exercise helps aging muscles regain their ability to repair themselves, shedding light on why physical activity remains one of the most effective ways to preserve strength and mobility later in life.

Dementia expert warns nearly half of cases could be prevented by three lifestyle changes - LADbible

A leading dementia expert appeared on This Morning, where she shared three lifestyle changes to help prevent against 45 percent of dementia.

Rat-Borne Disease Reported In Berkeley, Health Officials Warn - Patch

Numerous rats and at least two dogs in and near a homeless encampment recently tested positive for the disease, health officials said.

Get your health results faster in 2026: Lab and test results immediately available in your MHS GENESIS Patient Portal - TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)

Do you get care at a military hospital or clinic? Starting Jan. 20, you’ll be able to access lab results, radiology reports, pathology reports, and clinical notes immediately through the MHS GENESIS

We Asked Dietitians to Name the Healthiest Peanut Butter—and They Said the Same Thing - Verywell Health

Learn how to quickly spot the healthiest peanut butter and why certain ingredients are better for you.

More people are living 5 years after cancer diagnosis, new data shows - ABC News

I Went on a Quest to Fix My Metabolism. Here's What I Learned - GQ

Brain Parasite Hijacks Immune Cells, and Uses Them to Survive - Indian Defence Review

A brain parasite infects the very cells meant to stop it. Scientists now know how the body still manages to fight back.

Mumbai cardiologist explains why even ‘young, healthy-looking adults’ are at risk of heart attacks; shares warning signs | Health - Hindustan Times

Even young, seemingly healthy adults can face heart attacks and heart failure. Dr Pratik Giri explains why early screening and lifestyle changes are crucial. | Health

‘At some point you can’t breathe without it’: the nasal spray trap - The Seattle Times

Nasal spray dependency is a genuine risk that comes with the popular cold relief product.

How to improve vaccine uptake: a huge study offers clues - Nature

An analysis of more than one million people in the UK found that two-thirds of people who were vaccine-hesitant during the COVID-19 pandemic went on to get vaccinated.

6 everyday foods you thought were healthy but really aren't - Yahoo Life UK

These everyday staples may be labelled as 'natural' or 'low-fat' but they're not as nutritious as you may think.

Flu remains at ‘very high’ levels in Mass., R.I., and N.H. - The Boston Globe

Twice as many people have died of flu this year in Mass., compared to the same time last year.

The Secret To Preventing Tooth Decay May Already Be In Your Mouth - ScienceAlert

The secret to preventing tooth decay may have been hiding in your mouth all along.

Flu prompts mask mandate at health system with Lancaster County operations - LancasterOnline

Starting today, masking is mandated for staff working in all Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health facilities who interact with patients.

A new milestone in the cancer fight: 7 in 10 patients now survive five-plus years - NBC News

After a cancer diagnosis, 7 in 10 people now survive five years or more, according to a report from the American Cancer Society.