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Ultra-processed foods make up the majority of kids' diet, CDC report finds

A comprehensive analysis of children's eating patterns reveals a troubling nutritional landscape, with ultra-processed foods accounting for most of what young Americans consume daily. The research, conducted by national health…

Deaths from flesh-eating bacteria are on the rise. Who is at risk?

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Why are deaths from flesh-eating bacteria increasing? Who is at risk?

Kyle C. Garrison

Coastal regions across the American Southeast are experiencing an unusual surge in dangerous bacterial infections that have already claimed multiple lives this year. Public health officials report Vibrio vulnificus, a…

New research reveals clues about memory from the brains of 'SuperAgers'

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What ‘SuperAgers’ brains teach us about memory

Kyle C. Garrison

An exceptional group of seniors is redefining the usual beliefs about cognitive decrease, keeping their mental acuity on par with individuals significantly younger. These people, referred to as SuperAgers, show…

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Texas surgeon claims UnitedHealthcare conflict could lead to bankruptcy

Kyle C. Garrison

A board-certified surgeon in Dallas finds her thriving medical practice on the brink of financial collapse following an ongoing reimbursement conflict with UnitedHealthcare, one of the nation's largest health insurers.…

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Lithium: An old remedy with new hope for Alzheimer’s prevention in aging brains

Kyle C. Garrison

Emerging studies indicate that lithium, a medication that has been used for a long time to manage mood disorders, might play a role in preserving cognitive abilities in older adults…

A second person has died and more than 50 are sick from Legionnaires' cluster in Harlem

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Legionnaires’ cluster in Harlem: over 50 ill, second person dies

Kyle C. Garrison

Health officials in New York City have confirmed a second fatality linked to an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in Harlem, where more than 50 people have reported symptoms consistent with…

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Gates Foundation’s $2.5 billion boost for ‘ignored’ women’s health

Kyle C. Garrison

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has announced a landmark commitment of $2.5 billion aimed at advancing women’s health worldwide — a move that seeks to address decades of underfunding…

An Ohio couple welcomes a baby boy from a nearly 31-year-old frozen embryo

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Baby Boy in Ohio Born Using Frozen Embryo from Three Decades Ago

Kyle C. Garrison

During a notable occurrence highlighting the advancing prospects of reproductive technology, a pair in Ohio greeted the arrival of a healthy baby boy—born from an embryo that was cryogenically preserved…

Family caregivers worry over planned Medicaid cuts' impact

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Medicaid cuts spark anxiety among family caregivers over potential impact

Kyle C. Garrison

Throughout the nation, individuals looking after family members are increasingly worried about the possible impact of suggested Medicaid funding decreases. Should these reductions take place, they may significantly change the…

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The world is getting hotter – this is what it is doing to our brains

Kyle C. Garrison

As global temperatures continue to climb, the effects of a warming planet are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. From extreme weather patterns to ecological disruptions, climate change is reshaping the…