Just over 300 people have been sickened in norovirus outbreaks on three different cruise ships in December, new government data shows. This is the only…
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In a pivotal move, the United States Supreme Court announced Wednesday that it will review South Carolina’s controversial decision to cut off state funding for…
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration re-issued a decision first made by the agency in October that a shortage of the diabetes/weight-loss medication tirzepatide is…
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Adding cereal to a baby’s bottle is a habit that’s been around for a long time to help introduce solid foods while also supplementing a…
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Microscopic plastic particles in the air could be contributing to a wide variety of health problems, including lung and colon cancers. Tires and degrading garbage…
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Rates of vaping, drug and alcohol use among American teens plummeted during the pandemic and have remained at relatively low levels ever since, new government…
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Folks who switch to artificial sweeteners in drinks and food may be drawn to other types of unhealthy fare — bringing down the quality of…
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There may be something special about team sports in childhood that helps sharpen a kids’ brain, new research shows. Children who were on soccer or…
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Does a crowded neighborhood make you move more? Yes, says new research that found people who live in highly populated areas walk more than people…
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Can you literally step away from depression? A new global review of data found that “increasing the number of daily steps, even at modest levels,…
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Do parents use Santa Claus to help guide kids to better behavior? It happens often, a new poll shows. One-quarter of parents of kids ages…
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Close friendships are incredibly important to the mental health of middle-aged folks and seniors, a new study finds. Older adults with worse mental or physical…
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