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Girl, 7, ‘allergic' to light must hide from the sun, cover every inch of skin
After mystery symptoms as a baby, she was diagnosed with a rare disorder that forces her to shun all UV light. She got to be a kid at a sun-proof camp.
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Severe obesity is on the rise in the US
Obesity is high and holding steady in the U.S. About 4 in 10 Americans have obesity overall and about 1 in 10 have severe obesity.
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Do GLP-1 supplements work? What to know about ‘nature's Ozempic'
The products are being advertised as more affordable alternatives to blockbuster weight-loss drugs. Here’s what doctors think about them.
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Whooping cough spikes, especially among unvaccinated teens
The U.S. is experiencing more than four times as many whooping cough cases compared with last year — a spike that some experts attribute to post-pandemic vaccine fatigue.
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Man, woman die of heat-related illnesses in Dallas County, health department says
A man and woman in their 50s are the latest confirmed deaths related to heat illness in Dallas County, the health department says.
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Breast cancer at 38 left 1 woman weak and vulnerable. How strength training got her in the best shape of her life
Once Cait Lowry finished breast cancer treatment, weight lifting helped her rebuild muscle, boost her energy and fight brain fog and insomnia.
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What are enteroviruses?
Enteroviruses are a common cause of viral infections for all age groups and include coxsackieviruses, hepatitis A and polioviruses.
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Virus that causes paralyzing illness is spiking in the U.S., wastewater data shows
A respiratory virus that sometimes paralyzes children is spreading across the U.S., raising concerns about another possible rise in polio-like illnesses.
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Menopause can bring on dental problems, but you can protect your mouth
Menopause is well-known for causing hot flashes and night sweats for many women. But the list of menopause maladies can also include dental problems.
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High lead levels found in 1 in 3 cinnamon samples, group says
The findings from Consumer Reports follow recent recalls of cinnamon products
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Dick Van Dyke says this is the ‘secret weapon' for his health at 98 years old
Dick Van Dyke is letting fans in on the secrets to his good health at 98 years old.
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High doses of ADHD drugs linked to a greater risk of psychosis
Taking a high dose of ADHD drugs is linked to more than five times greater risk of developing psychosis or mania, according to a new study published Thursday in the American Journal of Psychiatry.
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Reignite the fire within
Transformation coach, Demi Austin-Thomas, shares tips to reignite your fire.
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Experience luxurious wellness at O2 Dallas
O2 Dallas offers a space for everyone to experience luxurious wellness.
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When is the ideal time to get a flu shot?
Should you get your flu shot with a Covid vaccine? Here’s the guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Flu shots are here. When's the ideal time to get one, and should you get it with the Covid vaccine?
Flu shot season is upon us.
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The importance of taking a pause
Mindfulness coach, Azia Whitted, shares the importance of taking a pause.
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Healthy 41-year-old man dies from mosquito-borne virus EEE: ‘Sudden and rare'
A healthy 41-year-old man in New Hampshire has died after contracting eastern equine encephalitis, a rare but serious virus spread by mosquitoes.
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Lilly slashes prices on two lowest doses of Zepbound — if you're willing to give up injector pen
Drugmaker Eli Lilly is lowering the prices of the two lowest doses of its weight loss drug Zepbound, but they won’t be covered by insurance.
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Ozempic maker defends high U.S. price: It's ‘helping' reduce the cost of obesity
The CEO of Novo Nordisk is defending the high cost of Ozempic and Wegovy in America, saying the blockbuster drugs are ultimately saving taxpayers money on obesity-related costs.