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2 people in Adams County infected with West Nile Virus - KUSA.com
17 July 2025Healthy babies born from DNA of three people to prevent inherited diseases - NBC News
Eight healthy babies were born in Britain with the help of an experimental technique that uses DNA from three people- 17 July 2025
Iowa family's experience highlights the lesser-known consequences of a measles exposure - AOL.com
Martha Martin has to use up all of her remaining vacation days for the year to stay home with her infant son, and it still won’t be enough. 
17 July 2025These Are the 6 Best Vitamins and Minerals for Older Adults, According to Experts - CNET
Experts say these are the best supplements to help you age gracefully.
17 July 2025Family advice: Every time my husband sees his mother, he has a concerning sexual reaction. - Slate Magazine
He needs to move past this.
17 July 2025Gastrointestinal cancers are rising dramatically in people under 50 - NBC News
Gastrointestinal cancers, which include colorectal, stomach and pancreatic cancer, are rising dramatically in younger adults. Doctors aren’t fully sure why.
17 July 2025Walking 14 More Steps Per Minute Can Fight Off Frailty Effects For Seniors - Study Finds
A study shows that older adults who increased their walking speed by 14 steps per minute saw big improvements in mobility and independence.
17 July 2025Overactive Anterior Insula May Fuel Anxiety and Depression - Neuroscience News
New research shows that elevated glutamate-glutamine (Glx) levels in the anterior insular cortex (AIC) make people more sensitive to mistakes and more prone to anxiety and depression.
17 July 2025Measles-Infected Child Went To 9 North Jersey Locations In July: See The List - Patch
A child with measles visited hospitals and restaurants in New Jersey this month, said the state, warning people to check for symptoms.
17 July 2025Toxoplasma Parasite Influences Personality and Aggression - Neuroscience News
New research highlights how parasitic infections can alter brain chemistry and behavior in humans.
17 July 2025Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 4 in Florida. Here’s what to know. - The Washington Post
Four people in Florida have died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus. Though rare, infections can also require intensive care or limb amputation
17 July 2025Work advice: My boss asked me to examine various moles on his body. It doesn't stop there! - Slate Magazine
I'm sick of it.
17 July 2025The Simple Supplement That May Boost Breast Cancer Treatment Outcomes - MindBodyGreen
And you probably already have this supplement in your cupboard- 17 July 2025
Heart disease is the leading cause of death. A cardiologist takes 3 supplements to lower his risk. - Business Insider
In addition to exercise and a balanced diet, supplements such as omega-3 can boost cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease. 
17 July 2025Higher copper intake correlates with better cognitive performance in older adults, data suggest - Medical Xpress
Cognitive impairment is increasing globally. All stages of dementia are marked by declines in memory and executive function. Previous research has examined whether micronutrient levels may relate to cognitive resilience.
17 July 2025Revolution in medicine: A molecule produced by gut bacteria causes atherosclerosis, responsible for millions of deaths - EL PAÍS English
The discovery, made thanks to an experiment involving hundreds of bank employees in Spain, opens the door to new treatments beyond reducing cholesterol:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/TK-Foods-You-Might-Think-Are-High-in-Carbs-but-Actually-Arent-23ae28ccf3934178b3ccd0638f1465ba.jpg)
17 July 20257 Foods You Might Think Are High in Carbs, but Actually Aren’t - EatingWell
Think carrots, peas and popcorn are high in carbs? These 8 nutrient-rich foods are lighter in carbs than you think.
17 July 2025Medical breakthrough using AI at Mayo Clinic gives hope to rare disease population - kare11.com
Born with a rare genetic disorder, Jorie Kraus had little hope for her future, until doctors at Mayo Clinic found a way to essentially reverse her disorder.
17 July 2025These 4 Simple Exercises Could Help Break Your Insomnia - ScienceAlert
Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, with as many as a third of adults reporting problems with it.
17 July 2025Measles exposure reported at Louisville Kroger; What you need to know - WHAS11
Louisville health officials are conducting contact tracing after a child with measles visited a Kroger on Dixie Highway.
17 July 202511 Things You’ll Always Find In The Home Of Someone Who’s Constantly Tired - YourTango
Tired all the time and can’t figure out why? These are the things you’ll always find in the home of someone who’s constantly tired, which might be wrecking your energy and your sleep.
17 July 2025Researchers try new ways of preserving more hearts for transplants - NBC News
Two university hospitals are pioneering new ways to expand lifesaving heart transplants for adults and babies — advances that could help recover would-be heart donations that too often go unused.- 16 July 2025
5 silent symptoms of heart trouble in the 30s - Times of India
A few decades back, heart disease was something that affected only the elderly, post 60 (even 50 year olds getting heart attacks was unheard of) However, with our sedentary lifestyle, lack of exercise, and poor eating habits, heart attack in 40 and even 30s i… 
16 July 2025Are eggs bad for the heart? French scientist makes compelling revelations - Times of India
Discover the truth about eggs and heart health. French biochemist Jessie Inchauspé explains why eggs are beneficial and the real risks of heart disease.
16 July 2025The Lens of Boro Park: Week 7/16/2025 - Boro Park 24
16 July 2025Fetal exposure to vape liquids linked to changes in skull shape - Medical Xpress
In utero exposure to two liquid ingredients in e-cigarettes—minus the nicotine that drives addiction—can alter skull shape during fetal development, a new study in mice has found.
16 July 2025Surgeon with local ties joining Auburn Community Hospital staff - auburnpub.com
A gastrointestinal surgeon with local ties has joined the staff at Auburn Community Hospital.
16 July 2025Adults largely don't need tetanus, diphtheria vaccine boosters, researchers say - CIDRAP
16 July 2025Dogs can now detect some neurological diseases years before symptoms appear - Earth.com
Trained dogs can detect Parkinson’s disease from skin swabs with up to 98% accuracy - years before symptoms appear, a new study shows.
16 July 20251 more measles diagnosis in southwest health district marks 10 cases in Utah - KSL News
The Utah Department of Health and Human Services said it has identified one more measles case in a statement on Wednesday, making 10 total cases in the state this summer.
16 July 2025Marriage advice: My wife wants to have more sex. But I've discovered a much easier way to get my fix. - Slate Magazine
I know it's selfish.
16 July 2025Childhood trauma can harm health for life - UGA Today
Distressing youth environments may impact cardiovascular health and aging, particularly for Black men and women, according to a new UGA study.
16 July 2025Scientists Develop High-Performance MRI Scanner in Effort to Define Microscopic Brain Structures - National Institutes of Health (NIH) | (.gov)
Next-generation system noninvasively images tiny nerve structures disrupted in brain disorders.
16 July 2025Caffeine increases brain complexity during sleep, study shows - PsyPost
Think you can sleep fine after a late coffee? A new study suggests otherwise. Researchers found that while caffeine may not prevent sleep, it creates a "shallower" rest by increasing brain complexity and pushing it toward a more wake-like state.- 16 July 2025
Humpday Headlines: COVID Summer Surge Is Happening - SFist
A summer surge of COVID cases is underway in the Bay Area; budget airline Avelo, which is now doing deportation flights, is ending all commercial service in California; and police in Greece continue seeking out the gunman who killed a Berkeley professor. 
16 July 2025Cascade County reports confirmed case of measles - KRTV
The CCHD is continuing to assess any potential exposures while the individual was contagious and may be contacting people known to be exposed.
16 July 2025Dementia: 4 dietary patterns linked to over 24% lower risk - Medical News Today
A new study confirms that dietary patterns like the Mediterranean diet and the MIND diet and suggest that inflammatory diets may increase someone's chances of developing dementia.:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Health-GettyImages-1477766937-ea109b746a4246c987b3f936a7ec650b.jpg)
16 July 20254 Supplements That May Actually Help With Depression, According to a New Review - health.com
A new study examined the evidence for 64 supplements that claim to treat depression. Only four may actually work.
16 July 2025‘Extremely Severe’ Obesity in American Kids Is Surging, Study Finds - Gizmodo
New research published Tuesday concludes that the rising rate of extreme childhood obesity—well above the usual BMI cutoff—has become a "public health emergency."- 16 July 2025
5 common supplement mistakes that can quietly harm the liver and kidneys - Times of India
Supplements mostly appear as health boosters, tiny pills or powders that promise stronger bones, better skin, or increased energy. But behind the glossy labels and “all-natural” claims, there’s a side that rarely gets spoken about: the hidden harm they can ca… 
16 July 2025Energy Drinks Seen Fuelling Cancer, But There's a Strange Catch - ScienceAlert
Energy drinks are big business.
16 July 20253D-Printed Implant Offers New Hope for Spinal Cord Repair - Neuroscience News
Scientists have developed a 3D-printed implant that delivers targeted electrical stimulation to damaged areas of the spinal cord, promoting nerve regeneration.
16 July 2025Four Biologically, Clinically Distinct Autism Subtypes Identified - Medscape
The findings from more than 5000 children with autism spectrum disorder could pave the way for precision diagnosis and care, researchers say.
16 July 2025Isolated gut microbe drives stronger responses to cancer therapy - Medical Xpress
The National Cancer Center Research Institute in Tokyo reports that a newly isolated gut bacterium, designated Hominenteromicrobium strain YB328, mobilizes specialized dendritic cells to strengthen the impact of PD-1 blockade immunotherapy across several tumo…
16 July 2025Brain scans could reveal your true biological age - Live Science
A study suggests that a single brain MRI can be used to predict a person's rate of aging across their whole body, which researchers say could change how we predict and prevent chronic disease.
16 July 2025Scientists Find Shocking Link Between COVID and Alzheimer’s - bestlifeonline.com
The COVID virus can cause brain inflammation, which, in some cases, becomes more serious and increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
16 July 20256 protein mistakes you’re making and how to fix them - The Washington Post
Are you eating enough protein at breakfast? Most people aren’t.
16 July 2025People Who Have Been Diagnosed With Cancer Are Revealing The "Shocking" Signs You Should Never Ignore - BuzzFeed
"I went to the doctor to have imaging done, and they found a massive tumor in my intestines. Life changed..."
16 July 2025Dementia: Prolonged gabapentin use for pain may heighten risk - Medical News Today
People who receive six or more prescriptions of gabapentin for lower back pain are at a significantly higher risk of dementia and mild cognitive impairment, a large new study suggests.
16 July 2025Exclusive | I smoked just once and had to be put on life support — doctors found mold growing in my lungs - New York Post
Madelynn May, now 23, was coughing, breathless and then passed out — only to later wake up as she was being driven to the hospital.- 16 July 2025
Transform your health from head to toe following these guidelines, study suggests - AOL.com
Taking care of your heart has an influence on the health of your whole body. Here are the changes you should focus on, according to a new study. 
16 July 2025Common sweetener may directly damage the brain - Earth.com
A common sweetener, erythritol, causes stress in brain vessel cells, reduces protective nitric oxide, and blocks clot-busting signals.- 16 July 2025
The 1 calming phrase I use to get my kids to listen - Yahoo
Kids’ brains aren’t wired to listen the first time. Rather than yelling, connection is the key to real cooperation, says Big Little Feelings. 
16 July 2025The Quest for a Hangover-Free Buzz - Bloomberg.com
Startup GABA Labs is testing an additive that it says will take nonalcoholic drinks to the next level.
16 July 2025Medical school prerequisites should include microbiology - STAT
Medical schools must make microbiology a prerequisite — to prepare students not just for school but for practicing medicine.
16 July 2025Proteins in human body reveal warning signs for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s - Financial Times
Analysis of large biological dataset uncovers clues to help detect and combat neurodegenerative conditions- 16 July 2025
'Japanese walking' takes over TikTok for weight loss - The Jerusalem Post
Also known as interval walking, Japanese walking is the latest workout trend to sweep social media, claiming to improve cardiovascular health, support weight loss, and boost endurance. :max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Eating-These-Foods-May-Raise-Your-Diabetes-Risk-by-11-percent-887cb76c30914ca3b36618a85ddf34b6.jpg)
15 July 2025Think Soda’s Bad for Diabetes Risk? Processed Meat May Be Even Worse, New Study Says - EatingWell
Find out the latest on the connections between certain foods and risk of diabetes and other diseases.
15 July 2025Weight-loss wonder drug Mounjaro/Zepbound shrinks breast cancer tumors - ScienceDaily
A cutting-edge mouse study reveals that tirzepatide, the dual GLP-1/GIP drug already hailed for impressive weight loss, does more than trim fat: it slashes the growth of obesity-linked breast tumors. University of Michigan researchers found mice lost about 20…
