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She Was Called ‘Dramatic’ for Skipping Gym, Avoiding Stairs. But at 16, She Learned She Was in Heart Failure (Exclusive) - AOL.com
At just 7 years old, Marina Jones remembers struggling to keep up during laps at gymnastics class

HHS Announces $100M in Pilot Funding Opportunity to Eliminate Hepatitis C - SAMHSA (.gov)
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a $100M pilot funding opportunity to prevent, test for, treat, and cure Hepatitis C (HCV) in individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) and/or serious mental illness (SMI). This program i…

These 4 Distinct Patterns May Signal Alzheimer's According to Science - sciencealert.com
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease yet, but detecting it early can make a big difference.
The Number-1 Food a Dietitian Says to Eat If You Have a Migraine - AOL.com
The best foods to eat for migraines may help provide relief or lessen frequency. More research is needed to understand the link between food and headache.

Creatine may be the secret to seeing serious muscle gains — but don’t make this mistake - New York Post
Not all creatine supplements are made equal. Here’s what you should know.
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7-Day Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan For Insulin Resistance - EatingWell
Follow this 7-day Mediterranean diet meal plan for a week of delicious and healthy meals aimed to combat insulin resistance.
5 sickened with Legionnaires’ disease in Harlem outbreak, NYC health officials say - Gothamist
The city health department is urging residents to monitor for flu-like symptoms.

The Eco-Friendly Alternative To Plastic Utensils That Won't Fill You With Microplastics - The Takeout
Plastic utensils are definitely something we should be reconsidering as a society. Luckily, there's another alternative that's safer and more eco-friendly.

Wisconsin DHS confirms first West Nile virus human case - Channel 3000
BARRON COUNTY, Wis. -- The first West Nile virus human case has been confirmed in Barron County, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported Monday afternoon.

Irregular Sleep Linked to 172 Diseases - Neuroscience News
In the largest study of its kind, researchers linked irregular sleep patterns to elevated risk for 172 diseases.
Scientists May Have Found Humanity’s Sixth Sense—In Our Gut - AOL.com
An ancient bacterial protein known as “flagellin” signals to our neurons in our gut when we’re full, directly showing how our microbiome and brain communicat...

4 Simple Changes That Burn Belly Fat Without Exercise After 40 - Eat This Not That
Experts share 4 simple lifestyle changes that help burn stubborn belly fat after 40—no workouts required.

Chemical Shield Stops DNA Damage from Triggering Disease–’A Paradigm Shift’ - Good News Network
The story of this potentially paradigmatic development begins where so much of human health begins: the mitochondria.

Racoon Tests Positive For Rabies In Stonington, Health Officials Say - Patch
This marks the third instance of a rabid animal in New London County this month.

You can actually die of a broken heart after bereavement, study shows - CNN
You can actually die of a broken heart after the death of a loved one, especially if the grief is overwhelming, new research shows.
The Number-1 Sign You’re Not Getting Enough Magnesium - AOL.com
Experts call magnesium a “hidden hero” of nutrition, but many people don’t get enough. Here are signs of a magnesium deficiency doctors want you to know.

Cardiovascular disease linked to lower physical activity 12 years before onset - Medical Xpress
A multi-institution team of investigators report that adults who later develop cardiovascular disease show declining physical activity levels beginning roughly 12 years before their event, with the gap versus their healthy peers persisting long afterward.

It's called the 'silent' infection. When was the last time you were tested? - WLTX
40% of those with hepatitis C are unaware of their status. Observe World Hepatitis Day by getting a test

Raccoon tests positive for rabies after encounter with dog in N.J. town - NJ.com
A dead raccoon in Piscataway has tested positive for rabies, local officials say.

Dear Doctor: I’m in shock after I had a seizure during my annual checkup - OregonLive.com
She had never had a seizure before and has no family history of them.