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Are mosquito repellents safe to use? And do I really need them in Australia?
Summer's here and after a wet spring in many parts of Australia, mosquitoes are out in force. Insect repellent has become a routine requirement for time outdoors.
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Internet use may protect caregivers against loneliness
Staying connected through the internet can help older adults who care for their family or friends feel less lonely and cope better with the stress of caregiving, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers ...
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Shredded cheese recalled over possible metal fragments, FDA says
A large recall of shredded cheese sold under several popular grocery store brands is now underway after the manufacturer reported the product may contain small metal fragments, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...
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Kennedy's vaccine advisory committee delays vote on hepatitis B shots for newborns
A federal vaccine advisory committee on Thursday voted to delay a decision on whether newborns should still get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they're born.
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Managing food allergies and dietary restrictions during the holidays
A plate of freshly baked cookies, a glass of perfectly garnished eggnog. For many, these images may conjure up warm memories and the anticipation of the forthcoming holiday season.
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The do's and don'ts of cold weather sports: A physical therapist offers advice
Winter sports are extreme by nature: Freezing temperatures, slick surfaces, whiteout conditions, and sharp blades can all make injury more likely.
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Harmful exposure to metal discovered in recycling center employees
The metal recycling industry is growing, not least due to the use of metals in green energy electronic components. Researchers at Lund University have examined the inhaled air of workers at 13 recycling companies in Sweden. ...
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Flu season has started early this year—a new variant might be to blame
Every winter, respiratory viruses, especially influenza, SARS-CoV-2 and RSV, put huge pressure on health care systems throughout Europe. In a typical season, flu causes up to 50 million symptomatic cases, and anywhere from ...
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Airplane and hospital air is cleaner than you might think
When it comes to the air in public places, germophobes can breathe a bit easier. According to a new Northwestern University study, the ambient air on airplanes and in hospitals mostly contains harmless microbes typically ...
Dec 3, 2025
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The power of gut enzymes: Why healthy eating affects everyone differently
Researchers from the Cluster of Excellence Balance of the Microverse at the University of Jena and the Leibniz-HKI, together with international partners, have uncovered a mechanism that determines how our gut microbiome processes ...
Dec 3, 2025
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30 distinct genes that influence vitamin D status identified in new study
Trinity researchers have led a new collaborative study, combining large genetic datasets with satellite weather data and uncovering more than 30 distinct genes that influence vitamin D status, many of which were not previously ...
Dec 3, 2025
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Evidence lacking for medical cannabis in most conditions, researchers find
Medical cannabis lacks adequate scientific backing for most of the conditions it is commonly used to treat, including chronic pain, anxiety and insomnia, according to a comprehensive review led by UCLA Health.
Dec 3, 2025
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Telling women they have dense breasts as part of mammography screening may have unintended effects
Recommendations introduced in Australia and being considered in the UK to tell women if they have dense breasts as part of their screening results may have unintended effects and increase demand on health services, finds ...
Dec 3, 2025
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Walking to work can be faster—and healthier—than you think
A new proof-of-concept study from researchers at Bar-Ilan University reveals a surprising finding: incorporating more walking into public transportation commutes can improve health—without adding extra travel time.
Dec 3, 2025
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Thinking of Dry January? One month without alcohol linked to better sleep, mood and health, study finds
With the new year on the horizon and resolutions brewing, more people are saying cheers to a booze-free January, a choice that might come with some real health benefits and, ultimately, help some people cut back for good.
Dec 3, 2025
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Vitamin C from food boosts collagen levels in skin
A new study from researchers at the University of Otago, Faculty of Medicine—Christchurch Ōtautahi, has found that collagen production and skin renewal directly respond to the amount of vitamin C we eat.
Dec 3, 2025
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Vitamin C may protect against air pollution, study suggests
Vitamin C may have the potential to protect people against lung disease caused by traffic-related air pollution, bushfires and dust storms, new research finds.
Dec 3, 2025
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Concern over harmful medical advice from social media influencers: Calls for coordinated action to protect the public
Biased or misleading medical advice shared by social media influencers can cause harm and requires coordinated action by governments and platforms to protect the public, argue experts in The BMJ.
Dec 3, 2025
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Family grocery purchases improved when online grocery carts were preloaded with healthy ingredients
University at Buffalo researchers have shown that preloading Instacart online grocery carts with healthy ingredients could be a useful tool for improving the diets of families with young kids at risk for obesity.
Dec 3, 2025
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Delhi records over 200,000 respiratory illness cases due to toxic air
New Delhi recorded more than 200,000 cases of acute respiratory illnesses at six state-run hospitals between 2022 and 2024, government numbers showed, highlighting the adverse effects of toxic air on health.
Dec 3, 2025
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Americans more likely to accept guidance from AMA than CDC on vaccine safety
For decades, health-related statements by major professional health associations such as the American Medical Association (AMA) agreed with those of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) because both relied ...
Dec 3, 2025
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Trying to move more? Expert explains the benefits of counting steps
Mackenzie Long, a personal trainer in physical therapy and sports medicine at the Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse and Onalaska, Wisconsin, explains the health benefits of tracking steps.
Dec 3, 2025
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Before the party starts: Parental attitudes linked to college binge drinking
College students who binge drink may be acting on influences they brought from home, a new Washington State University-led study suggests.
Dec 3, 2025
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Nearly one in five child deaths linked to growth failure, global analysis finds
Nearly 1 million children around the globe fail to reach their fifth birthday every year due to devastating health consequences linked to child growth failure, making it the third leading risk factor for mortality and morbidity ...
Dec 2, 2025
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Oregon's first-in-the-nation hospital price cap cuts costs without compromising care
As health care costs continue to soar across the U.S., a growing number of states are setting limits on how much hospitals can charge. These policies, known as hospital payment caps, aim to curb spending by tying hospital ...
Dec 2, 2025
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