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fromThe Atlantic
3 hours ago

The Feminine Pursuit of Swoleness

Casey Johnston's new book, A Physical Education, tells a before-and-after story, too—one not of shrinkage but of growth, physical and otherwise.
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#ai-in-healthcare
fromIndependent
2 days ago
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How AI can boost your healthspan: 'My parents had me in their 40s so healthy ageing has always been on my mind'

fromIndependent
2 days ago
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How AI can boost your healthspan: 'My parents had me in their 40s so healthy ageing has always been on my mind'

fromwww.npr.org
5 hours ago

Are you a glucose 'dipper'? Here's how to fix those blood sugar highs and lows

Judy Freeman, at age 76, is in extraordinary health but recently felt sluggish and struggled to lose weight despite a healthy lifestyle and active routine. She experimented with a continuous glucose monitor to understand her blood sugar levels better.
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fromIndependent
11 hours ago

Stay Well: What is VO2 max and should I get mine tested?

"VO2 max is the maximum amount of oxygen your body can consume during intense exercise. It is the gold standard measurement of aerobic fitness," says Ken O'Halloran, Professor of Physiology at University College Cork.
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#breast-cancer
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
8 hours ago

'I was once a champion boxer, now I'll serve Croydon by opening a gym'

I thought I need to continue what I enjoy doing fitness and dealing with young people and helping them tackle trauma with school. I've always enjoyed the whole process of being a male role model to young boys and girls, and creating a good impact.
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#skincare
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Chronic but not powerless, why your estate plan deserves a seat at the doctor's office

Chronic conditions require proactive financial and estate planning to maintain control over one's health and legacy.
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#exercise
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago
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"I Keep Exercising but I'm Not Losing Weight"

Patients should prioritize caloric restriction for sustained weight loss after GLP-1 therapy, as exercise offers modest benefits.
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago
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Why do some people get a curved back as they age and what can I do to avoid it?

Kyphosis, or a curved back, can result from poor posture or age-related changes, but proper exercises may help prevent or reverse it.
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

The Magic of Positive Feedback Loops in Recovery

Small changes in recovery from restrictive eating disorders can lead to transformative effects that become self-reinforcing.
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#patient-safety
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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Medical Council urged to review how sick certs are being issued online with no phone or video consultations

Concerns about digital sick certs being issued without proper consultations have been raised by Frank Feighan.
fromwww.bbc.com
15 hours ago
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Woman left fighting for life as fake Botox beautician apologises

One woman nearly died and others fell seriously ill after receiving illegal anti-wrinkle injections.
fromNature
1 month ago

Agile evaluation including two pragmatic trials on the uptake of a digital screening service - npj Digital Medicine

A six-arm pragmatic unregistered randomised controlled trial (RCT) showed that uptake varied from 12% with standard SMS to 20% with the shortest SMS, a significant difference (P = 0.009).
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fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

I had the most common symptom of colon cancer in my early 30s. Here's why I got a (pricey) colonoscopy over a stool test.

In the end, I got a colonoscopy and am so glad I did - even if I'm still navigating the financial side of it.
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fromBusiness Insider
20 hours ago

Citadel hires a chief medical officer as Ken Griffin pushes for 'peak performance'

Citadel hired David Stark, a neurologist and former Morgan Stanley executive, as its first chief medical officer to enhance wellness and healthcare benefits.
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fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner Gordon Ramsay Eats Every Day - Tasting Table

Ramsay started to prioritize fitness over food, shifting from his famous dishes to a daily diet of a protein shake, scrambled eggs, poached chicken, and fish.
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fromNatural Health News
1 day ago

Salt lamps: A natural solution for cleaner indoor air

Indoor air pollution can be more toxic than outdoor air, contributing to respiratory illnesses, heart disease and cancer.
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#healthcare
fromFortune
1 day ago
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Abridge CEO Shiv Rao on raising $300 million, a prospective IPO, and the future of healthcare

fromFortune
1 day ago
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23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki just got the greenlight to buy back her company for $305 million after it lost 98% of its previous value

fromFortune
1 day ago
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Abridge CEO Shiv Rao on raising $300 million, a prospective IPO, and the future of healthcare

fromFortune
1 day ago
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23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki just got the greenlight to buy back her company for $305 million after it lost 98% of its previous value

fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Staying Safe Alone: The Growing Importance of Personal Alarms for Seniors

Personal alarms are smart, wearable devices that allow elderly individuals to instantly alert family or emergency services if they fall or face danger.
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#health-risks
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Hurling star admits cancer treatment fraud

DJ Carey pleaded guilty to charges of fraudulently inducing individuals to pay him money for cancer treatment after falsely claiming to have cancer and needing funds for treatment.
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#mens-health
fromwww.eppingforestguardian.co.uk
1 day ago

New swimming teachers needed to help launch new Essex leisure centre

The centre will offer around 130 swimming classes per week, supported by newly trained instructors from a specialist academy.
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#nutrition
fromIndependent
2 days ago
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Everyone's talking about: Fibremaxxing - will eating as much fibre as possible help your health?

fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago
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Having A "Healthy Gut Microbiome" Is Key To Overall Wellness, So We Spoke To Experts

fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago
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Do Prunes Make You Poop Right Away? And Other Constipation Questions, Answered By Experts

fromIndependent
2 days ago
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Everyone's talking about: Fibremaxxing - will eating as much fibre as possible help your health?

fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago
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Having A "Healthy Gut Microbiome" Is Key To Overall Wellness, So We Spoke To Experts

fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago
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Do Prunes Make You Poop Right Away? And Other Constipation Questions, Answered By Experts

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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

When the time comes to die, what end-of-life care would doctors choose for themselves? | Ranjana Srivastava

The uncustomary quiet of a Sunday morning in the emergency department is broken by a universally relevant question. And if your heart were to suddenly stop beating, what would you like us to do?
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Doctors don't get much menopause training. State lawmakers are trying to change that

Carter Salazar shared her experience of feeling uncomfortable due to hot flashes in professional settings, worrying about how this affected her perceived competence among coworkers and students.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 year ago

Heat exhaustion or heat stroke: What to do in an emergency DW 05/30/2024

Heat exhaustion occurs when your body overheats due to excessive heat and is characterized by symptoms like headaches and abnormal sweating.
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fromOpen Culture
2 days ago

Iconic Animator Chuck Jones Creates an Oscar-Winning Animation About the Virtues of Universal Health Care (1949)

Directed by Chuck Jones, also known for animating Bugs Bunny and Porky Pig, the short film 'So Much for So Little' showcases a cradle-to-grave health care system funded by just three cents a week.
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fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

All My Dentist's Feedback So Far

Congratulations! You have adult teeth starting to come in and smoothed things over with a fun fish poster taped to the ceiling as you adjust.
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fromwww.echo-news.co.uk
2 days ago

Adjustamatic chairs will help you recline in comfort but get up with ease

Sitting correctly allows your spine to rest in its natural S' shape curve, but you'll need a good chair with lumber support to really make a difference.
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fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

A Classic Childhood Pastime Is Fading

Over the course of the 1990s, an average of 20.5 million children ages 7 to 17 hopped on a bike six or more times a year. Only a few decades later, that number has fallen by nearly half, to about 10.9 million in 2023.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

'I was a rural GP for 40 years but now there's no doctor willing to take over'

Dr Jerry Cowley emphasized the critical issue of 'inability to get locums', stating that it poses a significant challenge for rural practices, further endangering their existence.
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#public-health
fromNatural Health News
3 days ago

The Hidden Cost of Convenience: How Modern Food Is Fueling a Silent Liver Epidemic

Ultra-processed foods, making up nearly 60% of the US diet, are linked to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and liver damage through mechanisms like gut-liver axis disruption.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

Are private blood tests better than NHS blood tests? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Private blood tests offer faster access and results, with same-day or next-day appointments, allowing for a quicker response to health concerns.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The grip secret: it could be the key to a long and healthy life here's how to improve yours

Grip strength offers immediate insight into health; a weak grip indicates higher risk of heart attacks, cognitive decline, and overall mortality, more than blood pressure.
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fromwww.vice.com
11 months ago

'Bodies Like Greek Statues': Steroids Are Everywhere

Last year, 2.3% of Australian high school students reported using steroids or other illicit performance and image-enhancing drugs, revealing a concerning trend.
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#mental-health
fromNews Center
3 days ago

How a Common Metabolite Worsens Inflammatory Bowel Disease - News Center

The study found that elevated succinate levels in IBD patients disrupt Treg function, leading to increased inflammation, contributing to the disease's severity.
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fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

New Study: Ozempic May Lower the Risk of Alzheimer's

Researchers found that semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, is linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer's among diabetes patients.
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fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

Why did a Miami plastic surgery center get suspended? Illegal liposuction

Florida's regulations limit the amount of fat that can be removed during liposuction, and a violation led to the suspension of G-Nouva's surgery license for 15 days.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Teen Mt. Whitney hiker who walked off 120-foot cliff in delirium makes slow recovery, family says

It was completely bizarre. He told me he couldn't tell if he was dreaming or not, and he would shake his head in disbelief, like, 'This is not real.'
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fromNew York Daily News
1 year ago

Linda Evangelista got breast cancer twice in five years: 'I'm not dying from this'

"It was detected in my annual mammogram. The margins were not good, and due to other health factors, without hesitation, because I wanted to put everything behind me and not to have to deal with this, I opted for a bilateral mastectomy."
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Commentary: Lake Tahoe tragedy provides a life-or-death lesson

"If Lake Tahoe winds are already blowing at 10 mph and it's not even noon, be smart. Don't venture out in a recreational powerboat."
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Rising motocross star Aidan Zingg dies at 16 from crash at Mammoth Lakes race

"It's been a day and I feel like it's been a lifetime," she wrote on Instagram. "My heart is completely broken. You used to joke that I was so old and that I'd die first..."
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fromBuzzFeed
3 days ago
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Doctors And Nurses Are Revealing The "Small" Health Signs You Should Never Ignore

Regular medical check-ups are crucial, even when feeling healthy.
Moderate exercise and strength training are essential throughout life.
Parents should medicate children for fever before medical visits.
fromBuzzFeed
4 days ago

An Optometrist Shared The One Eye Product We Should All Stop Using

People can then get trapped in a cycle: their eyes appear red and irritated, they use redness-relieving drops, but then the redness comes back worse.
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fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Are Electronic Health Records the Future of Patient-Centered Care?

EHRs significantly enhance patient-centered care by streamlining data access and communication among healthcare providers.
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fromNatural Health News
5 days ago

Harnessing the Healing Power of Music

Researchers are now recognizing music as a neurological stimulus capable of rewiring your brain, essential for restoring functions like speech and movement.
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fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Compounding Breaks Up Novo Nordisk-Hims & Hers Partnership

As GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic grow in popularity, compounded alternatives have emerged, leading to safety concerns and regulatory scrutiny.
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fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

On Running Just Marked Down 12 Best-selling Styles in an Early Fourth of July Sale-Save Up to 40% Right Now

The On sneakers provide an exquisite blend of stylish design and superior cushioning, making them the perfect choice for workouts and travel alike.
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fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Sperm-Detecting AI Is Helping Doctors Address Infertility

We ran the same sample and found 44 sperm within an hour, that changes everything for a couple who thought they had no path forward.
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fromIndependent
6 days ago

Medicines watchdog has received reports of pancreatitis linked to obesity injections

The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) has confirmed that it received reports of pancreatitis linked to obesity medications, although the cases are fewer than five.
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fromJezebel
5 days ago

Supreme Court Affirms RFK Jr.'s Power Over What Health Insurance Is Required to Cover

This ruling reinforces the Health Secretary's substantial control over insurance coverage for preventive services, highlighting checks on expert panels by government officials.
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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 days ago

Duck-inspired thermometer concept makes taking temperature fun for kids - Yanko Design

Through playful design, the Ducky Thermometer for Kids aims to alleviate anxiety around temperature checks, transforming a typically stressful experience into an enjoyable one for children.
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fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Supreme Court preserves key part of Obamacare coverage requirements

The Supreme Court preserved a key part of the Affordable Care Act's preventive health care coverage requirements, rejecting a challenge from Christian employers affecting 150 million Americans.
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#aging
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Man eats dubious street food-ends up blowing apart his GI tract

The rapid rise of internal pressure overwhelms the esophagus, typically causing a lengthwise tear in the lower third of the tube, which is the weakest portion.
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fromLADbible
5 days ago

Mum thought working from home caused discoloured leg until discovering deadly truth from taking pill

It's just a bit shocking. My pill could have killed me,
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fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Winners announced at Isle of Man Innovation Challenge 2025

Four standout teams have received top honors at the Isle of Man Innovation Challenge 2025, showcasing innovations in cleantech, data and AI, fintech, and sustainability.
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fromNatural Health News
1 week ago

Avocados for sweet dreams? Study reveals a surprising sleep benefit

Researchers at Penn State University found that eating one avocado daily for six months led to improved sleep quality in adults with abdominal obesity.
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fromMail Online
1 week ago

Doctor reveals exactly how often you should wash your hair

As well as clinging to our clothes, pollen can remain present on our body and hair.
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