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Thursday, March 31, 2022
Alcohol intake at any level may increase risk of heart disease, study suggests
A newly released study found that alcohol intake at all levels leads to higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
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Secondhand marijuana smoke from bongs more dangerous than cigarette smoke: study
Secondhand cannabis smoke from a bong is more dangerous than cigarette smoking, according to researchers.
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Wednesday, March 30, 2022
What is aphasia?
Actor Bruce Willis is taking a break from acting and his family announced on social media Wednesday that the 67-year-old has been diagnosed with aphasia.
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Diabetes drug metformin linked to birth defects in baby boys, study finds
A popular diabetes drug could be linked to major birth defects, according to researchers.
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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Special ultraviolet light prevents indoor transmission of airborne pathogens without harming humans: study
A new study shows a ‘hands off’ approach using ultraviolet light called far-UVC light reduced transmission of indoor airborne pathogens by more than 98%
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Fauci: Americans should be prepared for new COVID-19 restrictions
White House chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci on Sunday warned about the potential for the reinstatement of COVID-19 restrictions in the U.S.
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Omicron BA.2 sub-variant now globally prevalent
A sub-variant of the highly transmissible omicron COVID-19 variant known as BA.2 is now dominant worldwide, prompting surges in many countries in Europe and Asia. It is also raising concern over the potential for a new wave in the U.S.
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Permanent daylight saving time may be harmful to our health, experts say
The US Senate recently passed a bipartisan bill known as the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight-saving time (DST) permanent, but the move may be more harmful to our health
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Monday, March 28, 2022
Concerns rise as a U.S. reimbursement fund for testing and treating the uninsured for the virus stops taking claims.
Sunday, March 27, 2022
Concerns rise as a U.S. reimbursement fund for testing and treating the uninsured for the virus stops taking claims.
Long COVID symptoms may depend on the variant a person contracted
Symptoms could be different in people who are infected with different variants, study suggests
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Saturday, March 26, 2022
The use of at-home coronavirus tests jumped during the Omicron wave, but disparities remain, a survey suggests.
The war in Ukraine threatens to spread Covid and undo decades of progress against other infectious diseases.
The use of at-home coronavirus tests jumped during the Omicron wave, but disparities remain, a survey suggests.
Biden administration to offer COVID-19 boosters to older Americans: report
The Biden administration is reportedly planning to give Americans ages 50 and up the choice to receive a second COVID-19 booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines.
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Friday, March 25, 2022
The use of at-home coronavirus tests jumped during the Omicron wave, but disparities remain, a survey suggests.
Is it COVID-19, allergies, or post-vaccine symptoms? How to tell the difference
With spring officially upon us and the novel coronavirus still spreading amid the country’s vaccination effort, it can be difficult to tell the difference between seasonal allergies, a coronavirus infection, and side effects post-vaccination.
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NYC won't rehire unvaccinated workers, mayor says
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Thursday that his administration would not rehire unvaccinated city workers.
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Increased cancer risk associated with artificial sweeteners, study says
The data was gathered from 24-hour dietary records and patients were followed up within around eight years.
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Thursday, March 24, 2022
Drinking 2-3 cups of coffee daily could benefit the heart, studies say
Drinking two or three cups of coffee every day may benefit the heart, according to studies being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 71st Annual Scientific Session.
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Wednesday, March 23, 2022
European Society of Cardiology Bans Russian Docs Amid Ukraine Invasion
The European Society of Cardiology paused the memberships of the Russian Society of Cardiology and the Belarussian Society of Cardiologists amid the ongoing invasion of Ukraine
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A top virologist who visited a Wuhan market in 2014 said he found it to be a ‘pandemic waiting to happen.’
Bella Hadid speaks out about the perils of plastic surgery in teenagers
Supermodel Bella Hadid is finally coming clean about having plastic surgery, but she is speaking out on her regret of having it done when she was 14, according to a Vogue report
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A top virologist who visited a Wuhan market in 2014 said he found it to be a ‘pandemic waiting to happen.’
Fauci says he does not anticipate major COVID-19 surge in US
Top U.S. infectious disease official Dr. Anthony Fauci said on Tuesday he would not be surprised to see an increase in COVID-19 cases in the United States, but he does not expect a major surge.
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FDA details problems at plant behind recalled baby formula
FDA released its inspection findings from the Abbott plant, citing various health violations.
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Tuesday, March 22, 2022
Combating online relationship abuse requires multipronged approach
The Violence Against Women Act should lead to significant strides in combating online abuse but leaders should explore preventative education.
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Monday, March 21, 2022
Omicron subvariant BA.2: Health officials call it 'variant of concern'
WHO said in a recent statement “initial data suggest that BA.2 appears inherently more transmissible than BA.1, which currently remains the most common Omicron sublineage reported.”
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Covid pandemic takes toll on key medical support community
The pandemic has not only contributed to a shortage of home health aide but also affected the medical equipment industry, home health equipment
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Sunday, March 20, 2022
Saturday, March 19, 2022
WHO chief: Access to Mariupol, other besieged areas of Ukraine now 'critical'
The World Health Organization (WHO) chief said Thursday that access to Ukraine's besieged city of Mariupol and other embattled areas is now "critical."
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COVID-19 pandemic 'far from over,' WHO says
A World Health Organization (WHO) spokesperson said on Friday that the end of the COVID-19 pandemic was a long way off, citing a rise in cases in its latest weekly data.
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China reports first COVID-19 deaths in over a year
China’s health authorities reported two COVID-19 deaths on Saturday, the first since January 2021, as the country battles its worst outbreak in two years driven by a surge in the highly transmissible omicron variant.
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Friday, March 18, 2022
Moderna seeks FDA authorization for fourth COVID-19 shot
Moderna asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday to authorize a fourth shot of its COVID-19 vaccine.
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US adult cigarette smoking rate fell during first year of pandemic
The first year of the COVID-19 pandemic saw more Americans drinking heavily or using illicit drugs — but apparently not smoking.
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Thursday, March 17, 2022
Moderna requests EUA for a second COVID-19 booster
Moderna asked the Food and Drug Administration for emergency authorization of a second booster of its COVID-19 vaccine for all adults.
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Ukraine war: Attacks, damaged health system may lead to surge in infectious disease cases
Experts warn the Russian invasion into Ukraine may cause cases of polio, cholera and measles to surge
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Caregiver fatigue in America rising at unprecedented rate: reports
Caregiver fatigue is a growing concern now that a record 42 million Americans are caregivers for an aging parent, spouse or individuals struggling with daily activities.
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More COVID deaths reported in US counties with lower internet access: study
U.S. communities with limited internet access had higher COVID-19 mortality rates during the first full year of the pandemic, according to researchers.
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CDC: Omicron hospitalized young kids at 5 times the rate during delta surge
The omicron variant of the coronavirus hospitalized U.S. children at about five times the rate during the previous delta surge, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Uptick in Covid virus cases detected in wastewater sample sites: CDC
COVID-19 virus detected in wastewater sampling sites is on the rise, according Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data. The trend comes as the country recently began lifting mask mandates and easing pandemic restrictions aimed at stopping the spread of the coronavirus
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Alzheimer's disease impacting 6.5M older Americans
An estimated 6.5 million Americans ages 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's disease, according to a new report.
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WHO: Ukraine health facilities struggling to provide care
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations are warning that medical facilities in Ukraine have been stretched to a breaking point.
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Pfizer-BioNTech seek authorization for second COVID-19 booster
Pfizer and BioNTech asked U.S. regulators on Tuesday to authorize an additional booster dose of their COVID-19 vaccine for seniors.
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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Sleeping with lights off and closed blinds may protect your health: study
Turning off all lights and drawing the curtains before hitting the bed may help protect your health, according to a recent study out of Northwestern University
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Stroke risk: What to know
Stroke is the fifth cause of death in the U.S. and a leading cause of disability. Symptoms of stroke include face drooping, arm weakness and speech difficulty.
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Monday, March 14, 2022
Domestic violence brain injuries likely outnumber head trauma from football players
Brain Injury Awareness Month highlights the hidden epidemic of brain injuries from domestic violence.
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Saturday, March 12, 2022
WHO on loosening of COVID-19 restrictions: 'We can't will it away'
World Health Organization (WHO) leaders on Thursday said that the world needs to remain vigilant about COVID-19 – even as pandemic trends in some countries appear to be heading in a positive direction.
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US Army grants its first religious waiver for coronavirus vaccine exemption
The U.S. Army has granted a soldier a permanent religion-based exemption from getting the mandatory COVID-19 vaccine.
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Friday, March 11, 2022
Can your gut health influence your personality?
Microbes in your gut may play a role in certain personality traits, according to a recent exploratory study out of Clarkson University.
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The long-term COVID concern for immune compromised Americans: 'I'm at risk'
As pandemic restrictions are lifted across the U.S., millions of immunocompromised Americans feel at risk.
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Some Democratic governors call for COVID-19 emergency declaration extension; other leaders move to lift orders
While some state and local leaders are moving to drop COVID-19 pandemic emergency declarations, others hope to extend them.
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Thursday, March 10, 2022
Inflation, war, COVID pandemic pushing US stress levels through the roof, poll says
The COVID-19 pandemic, rising inflation, and the war in Ukraine has pushed Americans’ stress levels to “alarming levels,” according to a new poll.
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COVID pandemic contributed to historic number of students falling below reading benchmark
The Covid pandemic contributed to a third of young grade school students missing reading benchmarks, which is up significantly from pre-pandemic rates, according to several studies.
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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 2022: What to know
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
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