Meet the adorable cougar kittens joining the Wildlife Science Center - Star Tribune
The center in Stacy, Minn., has welcomed three new cougar kittens.
Minneapolis Star Tribune
Here’s what to expect if you’re taking a month off from drinking - The Washington Post
Pausing drinking, even for just a few weeks, can have noticeable health benefits. Experts explain what you can expect if you’re trying Sober October or Dry January.
The Washington Post
She went to the ER for food poisoning. She was given 6 months to live - USA Today
Nicole Leon was sure she had food poisoning when she went to the emergency room. Instead, she was given a cancer diagnosis and six months to live.
USA Today
How you drink your tea could determine whether you gain or lose heart health benefits - CNN
The way you prepare and drink your tea could influence your cardiovascular health, according to a new study.
CNN
Geese, ducks found dead in pond; police issue public health notice - WYFF
A public health notice has been issued in a park in North Charleston, South Carolina, after ducks and geese were found dead in a pond.
WYFF4 Greenville
How a photo of a person’s face could help predict whether they’ll survive cancer treatment - CNN
A simple selfie could hold surprising clues to your overall health and longevity, especially among people with cancer.
CNN
Lawsuit: Portland nail salon gave a customer herpes for second time in two years - KCBY
An employee failed to wear gloves while giving a customer a set of acrylic nails, and the customer got herpes, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in Multnomah
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The work of four CU Anschutz doctors is kind of a big deal - Colorado Public Radio
National Academy of Medicine nominations puts Anschutz on par with places like Harvard and Johns Hopkins — the recognition is considered among highest in the field.
Colorado Public Radio
Colon cancer is now the second-leading cause of cancer death - KOCO
Colon cancer is now the second-leading cause of cancer death — and rates are rising in people under 50.
KOCO Oklahoma City
Opinion | AI capabilities mean America needs a Manhattan Project for biodefense - The Washington Post
Uncertainty about potential harm from AI is no reason to postpone preparedness.
The Washington Post
Opinion | Why RFK Jr. is planning an attack on a little-known vaccine program - The Washington Post
Repealing vaccine injury protections could drive up costs and hurt supply.
The Washington Post
Early flu season, current strain may signal risk for younger people; doctors urge shots - KSL
Doctors are urging Americans aged 6 months and older to get vaccinated against the flu after an unusual early rise in cases on the West Coast that virologists are still working to understand.
KSL.com
Ultraprocessed Food May Be Silently Damaging Your Brain's Blood Vessels - ScienceAlert
The blood vessels feeding your brain can sustain damage without an obvious warning.
ScienceAlert
5 Morning Exercises That Restore Knee Strength Faster Than Squats After 65 - Eat This Not That
Morning exercises to strengthen your knees after 65, picked by an orthopedic surgeon who says skip the deep squats.
Eatthis.com
No. 1 Exercise To Boost Bone Density, According to a Doctor - TODAY.com
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a doctor shares his favorite simple weight-bearing exercise to challenge the body and to boost bone density.
TODAY
Opinion | Want to reduce chronic diseases? Invest in vaccines. - The Washington Post
A new study shows that 1 in 8 cancers worldwide are due to infections.
The Washington Post
Column | He forages all his food but calls your diet ‘extreme’ - The Washington Post
Robin Greenfield seeks to challenge ideas about what counts as normal food.
The Washington Post
Microplastics Are Chemically Active, And Could Cause Biological Harm - ScienceAlert
As social media says, microplastics are this generation's lead and asbestos: useful things that seemed hunky-dory – until they weren't. Plastics are ubiquitous because they're durable, versatile, and apparently stable. As a result, they occupy our literal h…
ScienceAlert
Three mindfulness exercises that take just 30 seconds: Do them 'waiting for the microwave to ring' or 'sitting at a stoplight,' says psychologist - CNBC
When it comes to mindfulness, all you need is 30 seconds, says psychologist and author Eli Susman.
CNBC
Before his suicide in a Colorado park, there were so many chances to save him - The Colorado Sun
The partner of a man who died by suicide in Cherry Creek State Park has spent the months since his death documenting how the mental health system failed
The Colorado Sun
How I got through cancer at 38 — and what it taught me - The Washington Post
Cold caps, hot baths and a cat: Photographer Jessica Pons documented her cancer journey and how it changed her outlook on life.
The Washington Post
What to eat for younger-looking skin - BBC
Plants, fats, and fermented foods can reduce wrinkles, boost collagen and improve the texture of our skin.
BBC News
Invasive 'yellow fever mosquito' found in Davis County for the first time - KSL News
An invasive species introduced to southern Utah nearly a decade ago has now made its way to northern Utah.
KSL.com
Survivor urges testing after getting stage 3 diagnosis months after clear mammogram - WWMT
After overcoming her own cancer diagnosis, one Kalamazoo woman is sharing her story.
WWMT-TV
"When My Mom Had Her Varicose Veins Removed She Said They Pulled Em Out Like A Spaghetti Noodle 😩": People Are Sharing Wild Things About The Human Body That Most People Don't Know, And They're So Unsettling They're Going Viral - BuzzFeed
"Made a post about how teeth aren’t bones. That one made people real mad. But hey, teeth aren’t bones."
Buzzfeed
10 Foods to Avoid for Better Blood Pressure, According to Cardiologists - Health.com
From processed meats to sugary drinks, here are the foods and drinks to cut back on If you have hypertension.
Health.com
This Common Snacking Habit Could Increase Your Chance of Liver Disease by 30%, Study Finds - Prevention
A recent study found that late-night eating may raise liver disease risk by up to 30%. Here's what that means for you, according to experts.
Prevention.com
Measles cases rise in Adams County - WANE 15
In addition to Adams County, a few cases each have been reported in Allen, DeKalb and LaGrange counties.
WANE
She was paralyzed in a car crash that killed her parents. Now, she's a mom of twins - Yahoo
Jessie Owen fell in love, got married and had twin boys all after the car crash that changed her life forever.
USA Today
Millions have this brain condition—a major study just linked it to dementia - Newsweek
Large study finds epilepsy may be a key warning sign for young-onset dementia, linked to higher risk before age 65.
Newsweek
Russian pneumonia death exposes limits of international health rules - POLITICO.eu
Russia’s response to a suspected plague case reveals weaknesses in the system designed to prevent infectious disease outbreaks from spreading.
POLITICO.eu
The science and politics behind the panic over ultraprocessed foods - The Conversation
There’s no doubt that the modern food environment needs to be healthier. But are ultraprocessed foods as evil as their reputation suggests?
The Conversation Africa
How Many Steps a Day Does It Take to Sharpen Your Attention? A 14-Year Study Hints at The Range - ScienceAlert
A daily step count is a simple way to keep track of how much we move.
ScienceAlert
What the world's leading researchers think about saunas : Short Wave - NPR
Saunas have gone from a Scandinavian tradition to a global wellness phenomenon. But how long should a person endure heat? Do saunas actually work? And if so, what are their benefits? NPR health reporter Will Stone goes as deep as the science will let him to e…
NPR
