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Recent studies prove the ancient practice of nasal irrigation is effective at fighting the common cold
It starts with a slight scratchiness at the back of your throat. Then, a sneeze. Then coughing, sniffling and full-on congestion, with or without fever, for a few insufferable days.
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Do fatalistic attitudes affect clinical outcomes in type 2 diabetes?
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and University at Buffalo investigators report that diabetes fatalism is associated with lower mental health-related quality of life over 12 months in African American adults with poorly ...
Don't let food poisoning crash your Thanksgiving dinner
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and feasting. However, amid the joy of gathering and indulging in delicious food, it is essential to keep food safety in mind. Foodborne illnesses can quickly put a damper on your ...
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New 'heart percentile' calculator helps young adults grasp their long-term risk
A new Northwestern Medicine study introduces a first-of-its-kind online calculator that uses percentiles to help younger adults forecast and understand their risk of a heart event over the next 30 years. With rates of obesity, ...
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Global evidence highlights social roots of HPV vaccine hesitancy
Decisions about the HPV vaccine among adolescents and their families are influenced by a web of social, cultural and trust-related factors, beyond simple awareness or access, a Cochrane review finds.
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Extreme heat linked to higher work disability risk for older, marginalized workers
With an increasing intensity and severity of heat waves in the U.S., Rutgers Health researchers, in collaboration with the City University of New York (CUNY), found that older workers, particularly Black, Latino and low-income ...
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Potassium-enriched salt recommended for blood pressure control
The use of potassium-enriched salt has now been recommended by the National Hypertension Taskforce—Australia's peak body for blood pressure control—in a new position statement published in the Journal of Hypertension.
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Can't take hormone therapy for menopause? There are other options
Shilpa Gajarawala struggled with hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems and brain fog. But given her history of breast cancer, treating these menopausal symptoms with hormone therapy wasn't an option.
Nov 16, 2025
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Asbestos has been found in children's colored sand. What's the risk to kids?
Multiple schools and early learning centers in the Australian Capital Territory have shut on Friday after asbestos was found in colored sand used for children's art and sensory play. At least one school in Brisbane has also ...
Nov 15, 2025
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Washington resident is infected with a different type of bird flu
A Washington state resident has bird flu, and it's a different type than what was seen in previous infections, state health officials said Friday.
Nov 15, 2025
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Experts recommend small changes for a healthier, more enjoyable holiday season
As the holiday season approaches, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is sharing tips and advice to help families enjoy their celebrations while feeling their best. Building on the Center's popular "Small Shifts" campaign, ...
Nov 15, 2025
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Scientists document a death from a meat allergy tied to certain ticks
Researchers have reported what they believe is the first documented death from a meat allergy that can be triggered by tick bites.
Nov 15, 2025
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Gun violence now a leading threat to pregnant women, study finds
Pregnant women in the United States face a serious and growing danger from gun violence, according to a new study that examined thousands of homicides nationwide.
Nov 14, 2025
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Social support linked to safer firearm storage and less frequent carrying
Support from family, friends and partners can influence a person's behaviors around firearms, with more support corresponding to a reduction in unsafe behaviors, according to Rutgers Health researchers.
Nov 14, 2025
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Study finds resilient communities enjoy better health despite deprivation
New research from The University of Manchester has found that areas with higher community resilience experience better health—including lower rates of drugs, alcohol and suicide deaths—even when those areas face significant ...
Nov 14, 2025
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Skin cancer cluster found in 15 Pennsylvania counties with or near farmland
Counties in Pennsylvania that contained or were near cultivated cropland had significantly higher melanoma rates compared to other regions, according to a new study led by scientists at Penn State.
Nov 14, 2025
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Are berries safe to eat? How worried should I be about the pesticide dimethoate?
Australia's regulator has suspended use of a common pesticide used on blueberries, raspberries and blackberries known as dimethoate.
Nov 14, 2025
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UK study exposes cancer care deficit for patients with learning disabilities
People in England with a learning disability have a higher risk of cancer, especially before age 50, according to a study by researchers from The University of Manchester and The ChristieNHS Foundation Trust.
Nov 14, 2025
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Study explores whether sustainable development research is really focused on well-being
The success of the United Nations' global sustainability targets is often measured through economic growth—but what about how people feel and live?
Nov 14, 2025
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A closer look at the unapproved peptide injections promoted by influencers and celebrities
Unapproved peptide drugs have become a trendy new hack among wellness influencers, fitness coaches and celebrities, pitched as a way to build muscle, shed pounds and look younger.
Nov 14, 2025
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Q&A: Can drinking tap water reduce how many calories children drink?
Drinking beverages sweetened with sugar can lead to obesity, cardiovascular disease, cavities, diabetes and other health problems. More than 20 years of public health campaigns significantly reduced the consumption of sugar-sweetened ...
Nov 14, 2025
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Tobacco conference to weigh up stubbing out cigarette butts
Next week's global conference on tobacco control will consider what to do about the sheer volume of cigarette butts trashing the planet, with some recommending banning them completely.
Nov 14, 2025
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The shocking cost of inaction on alcohol in Australia
Alcohol-related diseases and injuries have the potential to cost the Australian health care system a staggering $68 billion over 60 years if nothing is done to stop the impact.
Nov 14, 2025
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Preliminary case of bird flu in Washington state would be U.S.'s first in 9 months
Health officials in Washington state say they have identified the nation's first human case of bird flu since February, pending confirmatory testing.
Nov 14, 2025
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