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RFK Jr. is giving medical advice again and it sounds like the brainworm is back in control - Boing Boing
For those keeping score, the MMR vaccine is a highly effective deterrent against rubella, measles and mumps.

Total of 14 cases confirmed in measles outbreak in Knox County - 10tv.com
Last month, three measles cases were confirmed in Knox County by the Ohio Department of Health and Knox County Public Health.

Alzheimer's risk rises when amount of deep sleep falls, study suggests - KSL News
Need another reason to prioritize your sleep? Not spending enough time in the two deep stages of sleep may hasten the deterioration of parts of the brain associated with Alzheimer's disease, a new study found.

MEASLES CASE CONFIRMED IN CHILD ON OʻAHU — DOH NOTIFIES PUBLIC OF MEASLES EXPOSURE LOCATIONS - Hawaii Department of Health (.gov)
HONOLULU — The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) State Laboratories Division last night confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated child under 5 years of age on Oʻahu. The DOH is investigating the case to identify those who might have been exposed and is…

Brains Rewire Themselves to Survive Deadly Infection - Neuroscience News
New research reveals how the simple nervous system of C. elegans worms can dramatically reconfigure itself to survive infection.
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Scientists Just Discovered a Huge Health Benefit of the Mediterranean Diet - EatingWell
The Mediterranean diet has tons of benefits. Find out why the Mediterranean diet may be especially good as you age.

Sarah Brown: Our baby loss led to search for answers - BBC
There was an outpouring of support from the public after the death of Sarah and Gordon Brown's daughter Jennifer.

Natural Compound in Kale May Help Treat ALS and Dementia - Neuroscience News
A natural antioxidant found in foods like kale and berries, kaempferol, may help protect nerve cells and shows promise as a treatment for ALS and dementia.

Low Vitamin K Intake May Accelerate Age-Related Memory Decline - Neuroscience News
A new study reveals that insufficient vitamin K may harm brain health and memory as we age.

Diabetes 'rewires' the brain in surprising way, study finds - Fox News
In a new study, researchers found that type 2 diabetes can “rewire" the brain in ways similar to early Alzheimer’s disease. Experts comment on the link between high blood sugar and cognitive decline.
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The 'Bad' Snack That's Better Than the 'Healthier' Version, According to a Dietitian - EatingWell
Have you ever bought a bag of baked chips with the thought that you’re making the healthier choice? A gut health expert wants you to think again.

Oral Bacteria May Help Detect Autism with 81% Accuracy - Neuroscience News
A new study has identified a strong link between oral microbiota and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), revealing 11 bacterial species with potential as biomarkers.
Valley fever cases reached all-time high in SLO County last year. What to know - San Luis Obispo Tribune
Record Valley fever cases were reported in San Luis Obispo County, California, in 2024. Learn prevention tips, stay informed about health impact of fungal infection.
Eagan mother tragically dies from cancer after falling ill on Mexico vacation - Bring Me The News
Texas measles outbreak tops 500 cases, including multiple at a day care in Lubbock - AP News
Public health officials say a day care facility in a Texas county that’s part of the measles outbreak has multiple cases, including children too young to be fully vaccinated. West Texas is in the middle of a still-growing measles outbreak with 505 cases as of…

Woman Dismissed By Doctors After Regular Fainting Had POTS - TODAY.com
After running a marathon, woman, 32, began fainting often. Doctors dismissed her symptoms. She had POTS. Followed Levine or Dallas protocol to recover.

Shock Link Found Between Marriage And Risk of Developing Dementia - ScienceAlert
Finding a special soulmate and tying the knot is, of course, cause for celebration, but new research highlights a surprising potential downside of getting married: it may significantly increase your risk of dementia.

Researchers uncover a link to autism—and it isn’t vaccines - Fortune
The large meta-analysis is the latest to show a connection between autism and diabetes.

People Who Got a Flu Vaccine 27 Percent More Likely To Get the Virus, Study Finds - The New York Sun
'No protective effect emerged at any point,' the researchers say.

My Boyfriend’s Strict Routines Rule Our Life Together. They’re Usually for My Benefit—Except for a Major One. - Slate
I'm not sure I can do this forever.