• Minority Patients More Likely to Be Denied the Free Preventive Care Mandated by Obamacare
• PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Could Disrupt Sleep
• Diverting Low-Level Criminals to Drug-Treatment Programs Instead of Jail Reaps Rewards
• Phenols, Found in Many Products, Could Upset Heart’s Rhythms
• Bright Light Therapy May Ease Multiple Forms of Depression
• Poor Circulation: How to Prevent It, How to Spot It
• What You Need to Know After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
• Hospital Drug Tests Far More Likely for Minority Teens
• Water Fluoridation May Be Less Beneficial Than in Past, Review Finds
• California Reports Two Cases of Bird Flu in Dairy Workers, a First for the State

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  Health Tip: When to Seek Medical Attention For a Cut

  Cuts are openings in the skin and can be deep, smooth or jagged. Minor cuts may be treated at home, says MedlinePlus. However, in some instances you should contact a medical professional. Call 911 if: Bleeding is...

  • Posted May 7, 2019
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  Health Tip: Paint Exposure First Aid

  From acrylic to oil-based, most paints for indoor use are safe to use. But paint users should be aware of first aid for paint exposure, says the National Capital Poison Center. Poison Control suggests: Wash paint from...

  • Posted May 7, 2019
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  A Tasty Twist on Pasta and Pesto

  Pesto is a delicious and fast pasta sauce. Because it can be made in advance and served cold, it’s also a perfect do-ahead dish. The nuts used in traditional pesto are healthful, but whether almonds, walnuts or...

  • Posted May 6, 2019
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  How to Protect Your Child From Choking

  Eating solid foods is a milestone in your child’s life. With the right precautions to reduce the risk of choking, you can make this a safe transition. Teach children to sit up straight from the earliest age....

  • Posted May 6, 2019
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  The Surprising Lead Cause of Death for Pregnant Women

  A major medical group has issued new guidance on detecting and treating the leading cause of death in pregnant women and new mothers in the United States. Heart disease accounts for 26.5% of pregnancy-related deaths, and rates...

  • Posted May 6, 2019
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  Many Kids With Chronic Illness Are Still Happy: Study

  Many children deal with chronic health issues — but it doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy life as much as other kids, a new study finds. Researchers found that among more than 1,200 5- to 9-year-olds, those with...

  • Posted May 6, 2019
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  Health Highlights: May 6, 2019

  Congo Ebola Outbreak Death Toll Surpasses 1,000 Nearly 12 Million Lbs. of Chicken Strip Products Recalled by Tyson Possible Listeria Contamination in L'Explorateur Soft Ripened Cheese: FDA

  • Posted May 6, 2019
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  Health Tip: Reduce Excess Gas

  Gas is air in the digestive tract, says the U.S. National Institutes of Health. Swallowing less air is a key way help reduce symptoms. For other ways to reduce excess gas, the NIH suggests: Eat slowly. Avoid...

  • Posted May 6, 2019
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  Health Tip: Metal Work Safety

  Metalworking involves using metals to create parts, assemblies or large-scale structures. As a job that requires a unique set of skills, it provides special hazards, as well, says Cornell University. General metal work safety guidelines are: Wear...

  • Posted May 6, 2019
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  New Theory Sheds Light on Leonardo da Vinci’s Artistic Decline

  A fainting-related fall that caused nerve damage in his right hand could explain why Leonardo da Vinci’s painting skills declined later in life, a new paper suggests. The report, published as the world marks the 500th anniversary...

  • Posted May 4, 2019
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