Category: Health
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Why Health Care Will Cost More for Some—and Less for Others—in 2026 Why Health Care Will Cost More for Some—and Less for Others—in 2026
Health December 28, 2025

Why Health Care Will Cost More for Some—and Less for Others—in 2026

Medicare drug price negotiations begin in 2026, lowering costs for seniors as ... more

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Why Half of Americans Are Trying to Lose Weight Why Half of Americans Are Trying to Lose Weight
Health January 22, 2026

Why Half of Americans Are Trying to Lose Weight

New West Health–Gallup data shows a persistent gap between how Americans view ... more

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Why Hair Falls Out in the Shower—and When It’s Actually a Warning Sign Why Hair Falls Out in the Shower—and When It’s Actually a Warning Sign
Health February 4, 2026

Why Hair Falls Out in the Shower—and When It’s Actually a Warning Sign

  Dermatologists say what looks alarming in the drain is often biology at ... more

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Why Gallstones Hit Women Harder — and What Doctors Say Increases the Risk Why Gallstones Hit Women Harder — and What Doctors Say Increases the Risk
Health January 19, 2026

Why Gallstones Hit Women Harder — and What Doctors Say Increases the Risk

Doctors point to hormones, pregnancy, and biology—not lifestyle myths Gallstones are one of ... more

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Why do we hide our illnesses? Why do we hide our illnesses?
Health January 12, 2024

Why do we hide our illnesses?

Why do we hide our illnesses? Mental health experts who work with ... more

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Why Do We Go Gray? Myths, Science, and What It Says About Us Why Do We Go Gray? Myths, Science, and What It Says About Us
Health August 25, 2025

Why Do We Go Gray? Myths, Science, and What It Says About Us

From genetics and stress to abuelita’s rosemary rinses, discover what really causes ... more

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WHO: Aspartame Sweetener an Alarming Possible Carcinogen WHO: Aspartame Sweetener an Alarming Possible Carcinogen
Health June 30, 2023

WHO: Aspartame Sweetener an Alarming Possible Carcinogen

Aspartame one of the world's most common artificial sweeteners is set to ... more

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WHO reports record number of mothers dying due to pregnancy or childbirth WHO reports record number of mothers dying due to pregnancy or childbirth
Health February 24, 2023

WHO reports record number of mothers dying due to pregnancy or childbirth

There's been virtually no progress in reducing the number of women who ... more

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WHO declares mpox outbreaks in Africa a global health emergency WHO declares mpox outbreaks in Africa a global health emergency
Health August 15, 2024

WHO declares mpox outbreaks in Africa a global health emergency

The World Health Organization declared the mpox outbreaks in Congo and elsewhere ... more

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Which foods sold in US have Red No. 3 dye? Some Valentine’s candies among them Which foods sold in US have Red No. 3 dye? Some Valentine’s candies among them
Health January 16, 2025

Which foods sold in US have Red No. 3 dye? Some Valentine’s candies among them

A food dye that gives candy, frosting, cookies and even some ingested ... more

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When should you stop eating Thanksgiving leftovers? When should you stop eating Thanksgiving leftovers?
Economy November 28, 2025

When should you stop eating Thanksgiving leftovers?

Family and friends are back at home and work following the holiday ... more

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What’s the Healthiest Bread? A Guide to Smart Choices Backed by Science What’s the Healthiest Bread? A Guide to Smart Choices Backed by Science
Health July 15, 2025

What’s the Healthiest Bread? A Guide to Smart Choices Backed by Science

Bread is a staple in many households, often enjoyed daily as part ... more

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What’s Behind the Drop? US Alcohol Consumption Reaches Historic Low What’s Behind the Drop? US Alcohol Consumption Reaches Historic Low
Health August 15, 2025

What’s Behind the Drop? US Alcohol Consumption Reaches Historic Low

Americans are drinking less, a new Gallup poll suggests. Data from a national ... more

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What New Research Really Says About Tylenol Use During Pregnancy What New Research Really Says About Tylenol Use During Pregnancy
Health January 17, 2026

What New Research Really Says About Tylenol Use During Pregnancy

Large sibling studies and a 2026 Lancet review find earlier concerns were ... more

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What is the “right” age to get your child a smartphone? What is the “right” age to get your child a smartphone?
Health December 2, 2025

What is the “right” age to get your child a smartphone?

Researchers found higher rates of depression, poor sleep and obesity among tweens ... more

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What Harvard’s Happiness Research Missed About Latinos and Why Los Angeles Families May Already Know the Answer What Harvard’s Happiness Research Missed About Latinos and Why Los Angeles Families May Already Know the Answer
Health May 1, 2026

What Harvard’s Happiness Research Missed About Latinos and Why Los Angeles Families May Already Know the Answer

Harvard researchers say close relationships are the strongest predictor of long-term happiness ... more

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What Happens When You Don’t Sleep Enough? 10 Alarming Effects You Need to Know What Happens When You Don’t Sleep Enough? 10 Alarming Effects You Need to Know
Health April 15, 2025

What Happens When You Don’t Sleep Enough? 10 Alarming Effects You Need to Know

From brain fog to chronic illness, see how sleep deprivation takes a ... more

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What Can Turmeric Actually Do for Your Health? What Can Turmeric Actually Do for Your Health?
Health September 15, 2023

What Can Turmeric Actually Do for Your Health?

Turmeric has been used as a spice and medicine for thousands of ... more

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Wendy Carrillo Said Her DUI Was a Wake-Up Call For Her. Her Bill Tries to Help Students Wendy Carrillo Said Her DUI Was a Wake-Up Call For Her. Her Bill Tries to Help Students
Education January 6, 2025

Wendy Carrillo Said Her DUI Was a Wake-Up Call For Her. Her Bill Tries to Help Students

California public school students will get additional coursework on the harms of ... more

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Weight Regain After Stopping GLP-1 Drugs: What Ozempic’s Long-Term Science Now Shows Weight Regain After Stopping GLP-1 Drugs: What Ozempic’s Long-Term Science Now Shows
FYI January 11, 2026

Weight Regain After Stopping GLP-1 Drugs: What Ozempic’s Long-Term Science Now Shows

Weight regain after stopping GLP-1 drugs raises new questions about obesity care, ... more