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Flu Cases Spike in Nebraska Panhandle - Rural Radio Network
Influenza A cases are on the rise in western Nebraska, and the Panhandle Public Health District is urging people to be cautious to prevent the spread. PPHD Director Jessica Davies says flu can cause…
How to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp - The Washington Post
Cataracts, dry eyes, glaucoma and other eye problems become more common with age. But these can be treated — and sometimes even cured — if you know the early signs and act fast.
Eating from Plastic Takeout Containers Can Cause ‘Extensive’ Heart Damage, Increase Risk of Cardiovascular Disease - AOL
A new study found chemicals can leach from plastic takeout containers into food, impacting the gut biome—and then the heart
Chernobyl dogs carry unexpected genetic characteristics - Earth.com
Scientists discover genetic differences in Chernobyl dogs and explain how radiation and toxins influence their evolution and survival.
Your fingernails can tell you how well you’re aging, according to a longevity doctor - New York Post
According to Dr. David Sinclair, a professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School, your nails are actually a clear sign of your biological age. And unfortunately, getting more frequent manicures w…
Breakthrough medication significantly cuts risk of heart attacks and strokes: Lancet study - The Times of India
A newly approved drug for type 2 diabetes and kidney disease, sotagliflozin, has shown remarkable benefits in reducing the risk of heart attacks and s
New genetic map reveals how inflammation drives cancer risk - The Times
Stanford University research identified nearly 400 ‘building blocks’ that could lead to the disease, bringing hope for future treatments and tests
Ebola or stomach bug? NYC patients hospitalized, but it's not what officials feared - The Times of India
Two patients in New York City were initially feared to have Ebola, but tests confirmed they are suffering from norovirus. The rapid spread to family members suggests a common stomach bug rather than Ebola exposure.
How to find a bird feeder that limits infection – ornithological experts reveal the best feeders to buy during bird flu - Homes & Gardens
With bird flu cases increasing, here's how to find a feeder that helps to prevent the disease spreading
Previously Failed Cancer Drug Repurposed to Act as 'Flag' for Cancer-Seeking Nuclear Missile - Good News Network
A discovery of how to target mutated proteins in tumors made a decade ago never matured into a surefire way of destroying them.
Mom with extremely rare allergy reveals how taking a shower leaves her in ‘excruciating’ pain - New York Post
“My life is dictated by the weather as I have to avoid rain – and even hot humid days. I check the forecast every day and stay home if it’s raining or going to rain.”
A scientist who studies the link between our gut and brain shared 3 diet tweaks that could improve your mental health - Business Insider
Professor Valerie Taylor says eating nutritious food could improve our mood. Her tips for caring for the gut microbiome include following a nutritious diet that suits you best.
Doctors warn that noise-canceling headphones may be linked to a rise in this brain condition - New York Post
Several audiology departments said that they’ve seen an increase in young people who have hearing issues. Upon further testing, they’ve discovered that the problem doesn’t lie wit…
What is that standing desk doing for you? Not exactly what you think - The Seattle Times
To lessen the harm of prolonged sitting, we need to break it up with short, regular breaks of even a few minutes of walking or other movement, writes Carrie Dennett.
A New Study Says ChatGPT Is A Better Therapist Than Humans — Scientists Explain Why - Forbes
If your relationship is on the rocks, your best bet to patch things up might not be to seek counseling from a therapist — but from ChatGPT.
Strength training app aimed at people with Parkinson’s, MS - Parkinson's News Today
A strength training app in development is designed to make training at home more effective for people with Parkinson’s disease or MS.
5 Foods That May Decrease Your Risk of Cancer - CNET
The best part is that you probably already have some of these foods in your fridge and pantry.
Prenatal Stress Hormones Alter Brain Development - Neuroscience News
Environmental factors like stress and medication exposure during pregnancy can shape brain development, but the mechanisms remain unclear.
USC Researchers Uncover Hidden “Brain Drain” Responsible for Vascular Dementia - SciTechDaily
Researchers investigated cerebral small vessel disease, a precursor to dementia, by analyzing data from thousands of participants spanning four distinct groups of middle-aged to older adults. Their study confirmed the validity of a biomarker that could aid in…
This healthy trifecta slows down aging — and cuts the risk of invasive cancer by 61% - New York Post
New research suggests that, when combined with regular exercise, two supplements can slow biological aging and reduce the risk of premature frailty and invasive cancer in older adults.