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This Much Exercise Could Lower Dementia Risk by 41%, New Study Suggests - EatingWell

As little as one minute of exercise per week was associated with a lower risk of dementia. Find out all the details from this study.

Your takeout containers could cause congestive heart failure — even without microwaving them - New York Post

Recent research suggests eating out of takeout containers might give you heart problems and other health issues.

There's a Critical Thing We Can All Do to Keep Alzheimer's Symptoms at Bay - ScienceAlert

Deep sleep could be key to forestalling slow declines in brain health that may one day lead to Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia.

A New Study Just Unlocked One Surprising Key To Better Sleep - Women's Health

Researchers have found that blue light exposure in the morning could help regulate sleep times and activity during the day. Experts weigh in on the findings.

Living with extreme heat might make you age faster - The Verge

Living in a place with more extremely hot days could lead to faster biological aging, a new study suggests.

This is the worst flu season in 15 years. Here's why—and how to protect yourself. - National Geographic

The number of influenza cases is surging across the United States, putting significant strain on many hospitals. We asked the experts to explain what makes this year's flu season so unusual.

Eleanor Maguire, Neuroscientist Who Studied the Brains of London Cabdrivers, Dies at 54 - The Wall Street Journal

CDC shares clinical and sequencing details from 3 recent human H5N1 cases - University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The 2 patients exposed to poultry had severe infections, with H5N1 confirmed only from lower respiratory tract samples.

Imaging shows significant lung injury in kids with long COVID - University of Minnesota Twin Cities

U.S. officials walk back plans to stop culling poultry for bird flu - CBS News

USDA officials said there are "no anticipated changes" to the policy for killing flocks with sick birds.

Two Washington cats infected with bird flu - Washington State Standard

Two domestic cats in Washington state have been infected with bird flu after eating raw pet food, according to the department of agriculture.

RFK Jr. Dismisses Measles Outbreak As ‘Not Unusual’ After Child's Death - HuffPost

“We have measles outbreaks every year," Trump's health secretary said when asked about the death, which is the nation's first in a decade.

Brewing tea can remove lead and other heavy metals from water, new study finds - Livescience.com

Tea leaves can remove heavy metals such as lead, cadmium and chromium from water. And steeping time has the biggest impact.

Retiring to Florida? Extreme heat can age you faster, new study finds - New York Post

New research suggests living in areas that are more hot and humid can speed up the rate at which you biologically age.

Doctors Restore Sight in Blind Children with Groundbreaking Gene Therapy - ZME Science

A single injection of a healthy gene allowed blind children to recognize objects, shapes, and even read — offering hope for future blindness treatments.

EPIC study highlights Mediterranean diet impact on obesity-linked cancer risk - Medical Xpress

Higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with a modest reduction in the risk of obesity-related cancers, according to research conducted by the European Prospective Investigation Into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) study. The study found a 6% low…

Orange County infant arrived in Los Angeles from Korea with measles: officials - KTLA Los Angeles

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health stated that a case of measles has been confirmed in a person who traveled to LAX while infectious last week and Orange County officials have clarified their identity.  According to the L.A. County Health Depa…

Now That Trump Has Banished the Woke From Science, These Truth-Telling New Scientific Papers Reveal What COVID Vaccines Actually Do to Children - Futurism

A pair of new scientific papers flagged by Ars Technica has revealed what COVID-19 vaccinations actually do to children and teens.

Neurologist warns flossing teeth can impact stroke risk and to stay away from these foods - Daily Express US

An expert has shared three things he would never do to protect your brain and health, helping to prevent illnesses like dementia and strokes.

Best Supplements to Reduce Cortisol: We Asked Experts if Supplements Can Really Lower Stress - CNET

Supplements to reduce cortisol have been rising in popularity. They claim to lower stress levels. Are they legit?