Open fireplaces could decrease life expectancy by up to 1.6 years, suggests modeling study

by University of LisbonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainArecent studypublished in theJournal of Building Engineeringshows that using open fireplaces for housewarming can d

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Open fireplaces could decrease life expectancy by up to 1.6 years, suggests modeling study

by University of LisbonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainArecent studypublished in theJournal of Building Engineeringshows that using open fireplaces for housewarming can d

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COVID-19 no longer means five days in isolation, CDC says

by Mike StobbeMcKenna Shuster works on a linocut art print which she does as a hobby in her home on the last night of a two-week self-isolation while recovering from symptoms of COVID-19 in Somerville

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COVID-19 no longer means five days in isolation, CDC says

by Mike StobbeMcKenna Shuster works on a linocut art print which she does as a hobby in her home on the last night of a two-week self-isolation while recovering from symptoms of COVID-19 in Somerville

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Sedentary behavior found to increase mortality risk

by University of California - San DiegoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainBased on decades-long observations of centenarians, author Dan Buettner (Blue Zones) conjectures that people live longer wh

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Sedentary behavior found to increase mortality risk

by University of California - San DiegoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainBased on decades-long observations of centenarians, author Dan Buettner (Blue Zones) conjectures that people live longer wh

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Reducing harmful health screenings and overtreatment in older adults

by Northwestern UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhen a doctor ordered a routine prostate screening for an 80-year-old man—as doctors often do—a dramatic yellow alert popped up on the

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Reducing harmful health screenings and overtreatment in older adults

by Northwestern UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhen a doctor ordered a routine prostate screening for an 80-year-old man—as doctors often do—a dramatic yellow alert popped up on the

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Flu hangs on in US, fading in some areas and intensifying in others

by Mike StobbeA sign for flu and covid vaccinations is displayed at a pharmacy store in Palatine, Ill., Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023. The flu is hanging on in the U.S., intensifying in some areas of the

Updated on: March 16,2024 19

Flu hangs on in US, fading in some areas and intensifying in others

by Mike StobbeA sign for flu and covid vaccinations is displayed at a pharmacy store in Palatine, Ill., Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023. The flu is hanging on in the U.S., intensifying in some areas of the

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Face yoga is taking TikTok by storm—but does it work?

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert,Northeastern UniversityScientific evidence is slim, but face yoga enthusiasts say exercising, stretching and massaging facial muscles reduces wrinkles and smooths li

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Face yoga is taking TikTok by storm—but does it work?

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert,Northeastern UniversityScientific evidence is slim, but face yoga enthusiasts say exercising, stretching and massaging facial muscles reduces wrinkles and smooths li

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Cinnamon processor in Ecuador is culprit behind lead-tainted applesauce, FDA says

by Ernie MundellA company in Ecuador that processed the cinnamon used in flavored applesauce pouches destined for the American market is the likely source of lead contamination in those products, U.S.

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Cinnamon processor in Ecuador is culprit behind lead-tainted applesauce, FDA says

by Ernie MundellA company in Ecuador that processed the cinnamon used in flavored applesauce pouches destined for the American market is the likely source of lead contamination in those products, U.S.

Updated on:March 16,2024 13

Flu shots are doing OK vs. virus, US numbers indicate

by Mike StobbeA sign for flu vaccination is displayed on a screen at a pharmacy store in Buffalo Grove, Ill., Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024. Early estimates suggest flu shots are performing OK in the current

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Flu shots are doing OK vs. virus, US numbers indicate

by Mike StobbeA sign for flu vaccination is displayed on a screen at a pharmacy store in Buffalo Grove, Ill., Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024. Early estimates suggest flu shots are performing OK in the current

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Using coping strategies for sleepiness while driving could be sign of a dangerous snoring condition

by European Respiratory SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFrequently using more than three strategies to stay alert while driving could be a sign of excessive sleepiness due to obstructive slee

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Using coping strategies for sleepiness while driving could be sign of a dangerous snoring condition

by European Respiratory SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFrequently using more than three strategies to stay alert while driving could be a sign of excessive sleepiness due to obstructive slee

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Four ways men and women can improve their health before trying to conceive

by Merissa Elizabeth Hickman,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainIt's well-known how important it is to look after your health during and after pregnancy. But it can also be just as imp

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Four ways men and women can improve their health before trying to conceive

by Merissa Elizabeth Hickman,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainIt's well-known how important it is to look after your health during and after pregnancy. But it can also be just as imp

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Slip sliding away: Shield yourself from winter injury

by Dennis ThompsonA white winter landscape might look magical, but the cold and snow and ice can make even the simplest of tasks potentially dangerous."It's slip and fall season," said D

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Slip sliding away: Shield yourself from winter injury

by Dennis ThompsonA white winter landscape might look magical, but the cold and snow and ice can make even the simplest of tasks potentially dangerous."It's slip and fall season," said D

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Recommendations to better meet the health care and social needs of unhoused populations

by American College of PhysiciansCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPolicy action is needed to better meet the unique health challenges of persons experiencing homelessness and housing instability

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Recommendations to better meet the health care and social needs of unhoused populations

by American College of PhysiciansCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPolicy action is needed to better meet the unique health challenges of persons experiencing homelessness and housing instability

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