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N.J. park to remain closed after avian flu is suspected in geese deaths - NJ.com
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N.J. park to remain closed after avian flu is suspected in geese deaths - NJ.com

Dozens of dead geese were removed from three parks in Allentown, Monmouth County, officials said.

nj.comEric Conklin | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Ozempic and other weight loss drugs may be linked to conditions that could lead to blindness, study says - Quartz
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Ozempic and other weight loss drugs may be linked to conditions that could lead to blindness, study says - Quartz

The study reviewed patients taking popular GLP-1 treatments and who developed eye complications

Quartz IndiaBruce Gil
Microplastics Can Block Blood Vessels in Mice Brains, Researchers Find - Slashdot
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Microplastics Can Block Blood Vessels in Mice Brains, Researchers Find - Slashdot

Microplastics can move through mice brains and block blood vessels, essentially mimicking blood clots that could potentially be fatal or otherwise disrupt brain function. From a report: The findings are detailed in a peer-reviewed paper for which researchers …

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The health benefits of taking a long walk - Yahoo Life
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The health benefits of taking a long walk - Yahoo Life

From mental clarity to increased fat burn, walking for extended periods of time offers distinct health benefits.

Yahoo EntertainmentKaitlin Reilly
Cat attachment style impacts behavior and hormone levels, study finds - PsyPost
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Cat attachment style impacts behavior and hormone levels, study finds - PsyPost

New research reveals that a cat's attachment style influences its behavior, problematic actions, and oxytocin levels during owner interactions, highlighting the importance of nurturing human–cat relationships.

PsyPostEric W. Dolan
Meditation changes key areas of the brain - Boing Boing
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Meditation changes key areas of the brain - Boing Boing

Researchers using electrodes implanted in the brains of epilepsy patients have found that meditation produces changes in the regions of the brain involved in emotional regulation and memory. While previous…

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Georgia lifts suspension of poultry activities after extensive bird flu testing finds no additional cases - CNN

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When Men Stop Masturbating, Here's What Happens To Their Risk Of Erectile Dysfunction - Health Digest
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When Men Stop Masturbating, Here's What Happens To Their Risk Of Erectile Dysfunction - Health Digest

Have you heard the rumor that masturbation can cause erectile dysfunction? Here's what really happens to your risk for ED when you stop masturbating.

Healthdigest.comAmanda Chatel
Is US bird flu outbreak in cattle a global risk to humans? - The Times of India
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Is US bird flu outbreak in cattle a global risk to humans? - The Times of India

A second subtype of H5 bird flu, known as D1.1, was detected in dairy cattle and infected one worker in the US state of Nevada. Will it spread further

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New heart procedure offers faster recovery, better outcomes for cardiac patients - KTVB.com
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New heart procedure offers faster recovery, better outcomes for cardiac patients - KTVB.com

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., a balanced diet and exercise can help you live a healthy life.

KTVB.comTyson White
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Your Happy Hour Habits Could Raise Your Cancer Risk - The Wall Street Journal

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Dead wild birds found in Ann Arbor, Chain of Lakes amid bird flu outbreak - MLive.com
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Dead wild birds found in Ann Arbor, Chain of Lakes amid bird flu outbreak - MLive.com

State wildlife officials are receiving reports of dead wild birds in southern Michigan during the current bird flu outbreak.

mlive.comJennifer Eberbach | jeberbach@mlive.com
North Carolina farmer with 1.6 million hens prays for intervention at the front line of America's egg crisis - Yahoo
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North Carolina farmer with 1.6 million hens prays for intervention at the front line of America's egg crisis - Yahoo

Egg prices have surged 50% as bird flu forces farmers to cull millions of hens. Alex Simpson, the President of Simpson Eggs, says farmer efforts aren't...

Yahoo EntertainmentDanielle Antosz
Children whose names start with these initials get better marks at school - Stewartville Star
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Children whose names start with these initials get better marks at school - Stewartville Star

Recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between students' academic performance and their last names. A comprehensive study conducted by the University of Michigan has revealed that children whose surnames begin with certain initials tend to achi…

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Children’s Minnesota testing vaccine against deadly pediatric brain cancer - Star Tribune
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Children’s Minnesota testing vaccine against deadly pediatric brain cancer - Star Tribune

The trial involves a peptide developed by Minneapolis-based biotech startup OX2 Therapeutics.

Minneapolis Star TribuneJeremy Olson, Jeremy Olson
6 Expert-Recommended Vitamins and Minerals for Aging Gracefully - CNET
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6 Expert-Recommended Vitamins and Minerals for Aging Gracefully - CNET

Though you should be getting all the vitamins you need from a balanced diet, your doctor may recommend these supplements.

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Wegovy and Ozempic stars dim amid overuse concerns - Axios
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Wegovy and Ozempic stars dim amid overuse concerns - Axios

Clinicians are warning patients about the drugs' side effects and other potential risks stemming from their surging demand.

AxiosTina Reed
Can these wild Florida monkeys give you herpes? Here’s where they’ve been seen - WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando
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Can these wild Florida monkeys give you herpes? Here’s where they’ve been seen - WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando

Nowadays, these monkeys can be found throughout Central Florida — though some counties have had more sightings than others.

WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlandoAnthony Talcott
How the ‘amyloid mafia’ took over Alzheimer’s research - STAT
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How the ‘amyloid mafia’ took over Alzheimer’s research - STAT

In this adapted excerpt from his new book “Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer’s,” Charles Piller looks how the amyloid hypothesis took over Alzheimer’s research.

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Fasting and Fighting Cruise Ship Viruses: What You Need to Know - CNN
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Fasting and Fighting Cruise Ship Viruses: What You Need to Know - CNN

Curious about intermittent fasting? Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers a listener’s question by breaking down the science and shares his own experience. Plus, with cruise season in full swing, he shares essential tips to help you avoid norovirus and stay healthy on you…

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