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- Minority Patients More Likely to Be Denied the Free Preventive Care Mandated by Obamacare
- PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Could Disrupt Sleep
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Where a Woman’s Fat Lies Hints at Future Heart Troubles
If you’re an older woman, your heart disease risk might be shaped by the shape of your body. Researchers report that if you look more like an apple than a pear, your chances of heart trouble are...
- Posted July 1, 2019
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Health Highlights: July 1, 2019
Salmonella Outbreak in Eight States Linked to Mexican Papayas: CDC Rule Allowing Health Care Workers to Refuse to Perform Abortions Put on Hold Child Dies From E. Coli After Visit to San Diego County Fair
- Posted July 1, 2019
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Health Tip: Working With Bleach
Bleach, while a common household chemical, can burn the skin and cause eye damage. When handling bleach right out of the container, the North Dakota State University says you should take these precautions: Wear eye protection, such...
- Posted July 1, 2019
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Health Tip: Wear Sunglasses With UV Protection
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can damage your eyes, says Mayo Clinic. Sunglasses can help protect your eyes from UV-related problems, such as cataracts and macular degeneration. Mayo Clinic recommends looking for sunglasses that: Block 99...
- Posted July 1, 2019
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Eye Injuries From Fireworks in U.S. Have Nearly Doubled
As communities across America enjoy fireworks this July Fourth, folks should keep eye safety in mind. The number of eye injuries caused by fireworks nearly doubled from 2016 to 2017, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)...
- Posted June 30, 2019
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Sour Note: Marching Band Members at Risk When Temperatures Soar
A new study is sure to strike a chord with anyone who plays in a high school or college marching band. The researchers report that long, afternoon practices and playing on artificial turf put marching musicians at...
- Posted June 29, 2019
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How Do Kids Learn To Turn Off Troublesome Tics?
Many kids with tics can suppress them, and learning how they do it could lead to ways to help prevent major tic disorders such as Tourette syndrome, researchers say. At least 20% of elementary school-age children develop...
- Posted June 28, 2019
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Broccoli You Are Sure to Love
Looking to boost your fiber and vitamin C in one bite? Forget dietary supplements — emerald green broccoli is the answer. Cup for cup, broccoli has more vitamin C than oranges, and only half the calories. It’s...
- Posted June 28, 2019
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How to Prevent Exercise Accidents
It’s great to challenge yourself to keep workouts interesting, but you need to take steps to avoid injury whether you’re new to exercise or a seasoned veteran. This often means adapting exercise to your current fitness level...
- Posted June 28, 2019
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When It Comes to Treating Infertility, Race, Education and Income Matter
If you struggle with infertility, chances are you will be twice as likely to get treatment for the heartbreaking condition if you are white, college-educated or affluent. So claims a new study that analyzed data from more...
- Posted June 28, 2019