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First-of-its-kind Youth Mental Health Corps trains young people to help their peers
The Youth Mental Health Corps, a first-of-its-kind public-private initiative trains youth to help their peers and get credentials to pursue behavioral health careers to help tackle the youth mental health crisis.
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HealthNBC News
First case of rare, sexually transmitted form of ringworm reported in the U.S.
A sexually transmitted ringworm caused by a rare fungus has been reported for the first time in the United States.
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BusinessNBC News
Will there be a new Covid vaccine in the fall?
Although Covid cases remain low in the U.S., vaccine experts are already looking toward the winter, with eyes on preventing a seasonal surge.
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WorldABC News
1st fatal human case of bird flu subtype confirmed in Mexico: WHO
It is the first laboratory-confirmed human case of the H5N2 strain of bird flu, or avian influenza, reported globally and the first-ever reported case in Mexico. This strain is different than the bird flu strain that is currently circulating in livestock in the United States and has infected three dairy workers in the U.S.
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HealthCBS News
Cucumbers linked to salmonella outbreak that has spread to 25 states
Tainted cucumbers may be behind bacteria strain that has sickened people in 25 states and the District of Columbia.
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HealthYahoo Life
An FDA panel just rejected using MDMA to treat PTSD. Here are 5 things to know about the psychedelic drug.
MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is seen by some experts as a potential breakthrough treatment for PTSD, a mental health condition that’s difficult to treat.
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USUSA TODAY
New COVID-19 vaccine for fall should target JN.1 lineage, not variant, FDA panel
Current vaccines don’t provide as much protection against JN.1 and its several sub-variants that have been driving cases for months.
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HealthNBC News
Common sugar substitute linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke
The safety of sugar substitutes is once again being called into question. Xylitol is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new Cleveland Clinic research.
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HealthThe Conversation
The disproportionate toll that COVID-19 took on people with diabetes continues today
People with diabetes are about twice as likely to become seriously ill with COVID-19 compared with those who don’t have diabetes.
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HealthVerywell Health
Macular Telangiectasia Type 2 (MacTel2) and Vision Loss
A Progressive Type of Vision Loss
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USAssociated Press
Jurors in Hunter Biden trial hear more from the clerk who sold him the gun at the center of the case
Jurors in Hunter Biden's criminal trial on Thursday are hearing more from the former gun store clerk who sold him the .38-caliber Colt revolver at the center of the case. The clerk testified Wednesday that he watched as President Joe Biden's son checked off “no” to the question of whether he was “an unlawful user of or addicted to” marijuana, stimulants, narcotics or any other controlled substance. Federal prosecutors have argued Hunter Biden was in the throes of a heavy crack addiction when h
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HealthUSA TODAY
Patient in Mexico dies after bird flu infection, becoming strain's first human fatality: WHO
A person in Mexico who died after contracting bird flu is the first death from an avian flu strain not previously detected in humans, WHO says.
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USAssociated Press
Man in Mexico died of a bird flu strain that hadn't been confirmed before in a human, WHO says
A man's death in Mexico was caused by a strain of bird flu called H5N2 that has never before been found in a human, the World Health Organization said Wednesday. The WHO said it wasn’t clear how the man became infected, although H5N2 has been reported in poultry in Mexico. There are numerous types of bird flu.
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HealthYahoo Life
'American Idol' alum Mandisa died from complications of class III obesity. Here's what that means.
Experts explain how weight-related complications might have led to the singer's death.
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HealthAssociated Press
FDA advisers urge targeting JN.1 strain in recipe for fall's COVID vaccines
Government advisers Wednesday said it’s time to update the recipe for the COVID-19 vaccines Americans will receive in the fall -- targeting a version of the ever-evolving coronavirus called JN.1. Moderna, Pfizer and Novavax all have tested doses updated to match the JN.1 variant that became dominant last winter. FDA’s advisers voted Wednesday that the next vaccine should come from the JN.1 “lineage” or family.
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HealthYahoo Life
Humans can catch bird flu, but not easily. What experts say about symptoms and risks
What to know about symptoms and risk after three Americans tested positive for the virus this year.
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HealthVerywell Health
Too Much Sun? Here’s How to Tell If You Have Sunburn or Sun Poisoning
Sunburn and sun poisoning are both types of skin damage caused by overexposure to the sun’s UV rays. However, the big difference is how severe they can get and the symptoms they bring along. Here's how to tell the difference, according to dermatologists.
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HealthVerywell Health
Adults 60+ Will Have 3 RSV Vaccines to Choose From This Year
Moderna's RSV vaccine, the first RSV vaccine to use mRNA, earned FDA approval for adults 60 and up. Here's what you need to know.
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USReuters
Bird flu reported in Iowa dairy herd, expanding US outbreak in cows
CHICAGO (Reuters) -A U.S. outbreak of bird flu in dairy cows expanded to a tenth state as Iowa reported its first infection in a herd on Wednesday. The United States has confirmed cases in more than 80 herds nationwide since late March and three dairy workers have tested positive. Iowa, which is projected to be the tenth biggest milk-producing state this year, is the first new state to find an infected dairy herd since the U.S. confirmed an outbreak in Colorado on April 26.
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EntertainmentNBC News
Martin Lawrence addresses health concerns after ‘Bad Boys 4’ premiere: ‘I’m healthy as hell’
Martin Lawrence is assuring fans that he is healthy amid concern sparked by his “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” press tour.
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WorldReuters
Person with bird flu died in Mexico, WHO says
(Reuters) -A person with prior health complications who had contracted bird flu died in Mexico in April and the source of exposure to the virus was unknown, the World Health Organization said on Wednesday. WHO said the current risk of bird flu virus to the general population is low. The 59-year-old resident of the State of Mexico had been hospitalized in Mexico City and died on April 24 after developing a fever, shortness of breath, diarrhea, nausea and general discomfort, WHO said.
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CelebrityGood Morning America
Halsey shares details on lupus, 'rare' disorder in emotional Instagram post
Halsey is opening up about her health struggles she sings about in her new song "The End." The "Without Me" singer took to Instagram on Wednesday to share that she has been diagnosed with both systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and a "rare" T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder beginning in 2022. SLE is the most common form of lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of the body, according to the Lupus Foundation of America.
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HealthAssociated Press
Salmonella outbreak may be linked to recalled cucumbers, CDC says
Testing detected salmonella in a cucumber distributed by Fresh Start Produce, of Delray Beach, Florida, which last week recalled whole cucumbers shipped to certain states from May 17 to May 21, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC received reports of 162 people sickened with salmonella potentially tied to the cucumbers in 25 states and Washington, D.C., between March 11 and May 16. The CDC and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration also are investigating an outbr
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HealthYahoo Life
Jelly Roll is doing cold plunges as part of his new wellness kick. Here's what experts say about the effects of an ice-cold bath.
The musician says he does 30 minutes in a sauna before submerging himself into cold water.
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CelebrityNBC News
'American Idol' singer Mandisa died of class III obesity, autopsy reveals
Grammy-award winning gospel singer Mandisa died of complications of class III obesity, according to her autopsy.
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HealthYahoo Life
Heavy metals in dark chocolate pose 'minimal risk' to kids, none for adults, finds new study
A 2023 consumer reports study found elevated levels of lead or cadmium in a third of dark chocolate — but new research found metals in fewer than 3% of samples.
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HealthThe New York Times
New Report Underscores the Seriousness of Long COVID
One of the nation’s premier medical advisory organizations has weighed in on long COVID with a 265-page report that recognizes the seriousness and persistence of the condition for millions of Americans. More than four years since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, long COVID continues to damage many people’s ability to function, according to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, a nongovernmental institution that advises federal agencies on science and medicine. “Long
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HealthVerywell Health
20 Benefits of Pilates Backed by Science
There are many health benefits of pilates, from improving flexibility to increasing muscle strength and toning the body. Here’s what you need to know.
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HealthGood Morning America
Actress speaks out after announcing she’s pregnant at 54
"Boy Meets World" star Trina McGee is opening up about her fourth pregnancy at the age of 54. McGee, who gave birth to her three younger children in her 20s, told "Good Morning America" she became pregnant again in her 50s naturally. The actress, who played Angela Moore on the popular '90s TV sitcom, said she began trying natural remedies such as elixirs one year ago as she and her husband Marcello Thedford started trying to conceive.
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HealthVerywell Mind
How Sensory Processing Disorder Can Impact Your Life
Whether you're oversensitive or undersensitive, there are ways to cope
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HealthVerywell Health
Is a Summer COVID Booster Worth It?
Here's what infectious disease doctors say about summer COVID boosters.
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HealthReuters
Amgen's drug meets main goal in late-stage study for rare disease
(Reuters) -Amgen said on Wednesday its drug helped to reduce the risk of flares in patients with an immune system-related condition, meeting the main goal of a late-stage study. The drug, Uplizna, was being studied for the treatment of Immunoglobulin G4-related disease (IgG4-RD), which is characterized by periods of remission and unpredictable disease flares. The condition can affect almost any organ in the body, often involving multiple organs at a time, and can result in irreversible organ d
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HealthThe Conversation
Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk
Older adults face greater health risks from extreme heat for several reasons, including their medications..
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WorldThe Conversation
Sargassum is choking the Caribbean’s white sand beaches, fueling an economic and public health crisis
A leading driver of this seaweed invasion is pollution, carried down rivers and into the Atlantic Ocean from the continents.
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HealthYahoo Life
Michael B. Jordan’s workout routine isn’t as sexy as you think. Why he’s focused on stretching, hydrating and meditating.
"You always strive for perfection but you understand where you land," says the 37-year-old actor.
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HealthThe Conversation
Your favorite drink can cause breast cancer – but most women in the US aren’t aware of alcohol’s health risks
Drinking alcohol is normalized in American society. But the ubiquity of alcohol consumption hides its serious health risks, including cancer.
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USAssociated Press
A court ruled embryos are children. These Christian couples agree yet wrestle with IVF choices
When faced with infertility, Amanda and Jeff Walker had a baby through in vitro fertilization but were left with extra embryos — and questions. Tori and Sam Earle “adopted” an embryo frozen 20 years earlier by another couple. Matthew Eppinette and his wife chose to forgo IVF out of ethical concerns and have no children of their own.
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USNBC News
Cancer patients say this hospital denied them care
New Mexico's Memorial Medical Center says it doesn't turn away patients. Thirteen cancer patients said they met with denials of care or demands for money up-front.
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BusinessReuters
Alphabet names Lilly executive Anat Ashkenazi as CFO
(Reuters) -Alphabet named Anat Ashkenazi as its chief financial officer on Wednesday, turning to a top executive from drugmaker Eli Lilly to help steer the Google parent in the generative artificial intelligence era. Ashkenazi's departure from Lilly was announced earlier in the day. At Alphabet, she will succeed Ruth Porat, the company's longtime CFO whose transition to the role of investment chief was unveiled in July 2023 after years of strong growth.
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BusinessReuters
Community health centers still bogged down by red tape after UnitedHealth hack
More than three months after a cyberattack on UnitedHealth Group's technology unit, some community health centers, which serve 30 million low-income and uninsured patients, are still wading through red tape to receive back payments and struggling with operations issues. It also runs other support services like call centers. All were shut temporarily after the Feb. 21 ransomware attack and some, like the medical claims system, took one or two months to restart.
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BusinessCBS News
Some veggie puffs contain high levels of lead, Consumer Reports says
Consumer Reports found concerning levels of lead in two popular brands of veggie puff snacks, while another brand fared better.
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HealthGood Morning America
New study finds most maternal-related deaths in the US happen after birth
A new study analyzing maternal mortality rates found that nearly two-thirds of maternal-related deaths in the U.S. happen up to a year after a woman has given birth. The finding is part of a wider study by The Commonwealth Fund that analyzed maternal mortality rates among 14 developed nations, concluding that maternal mortality in the U.S. continues to far exceed that of other high-income nations. Researchers used data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Orga
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CelebrityNBC News
'When Calls the Heart' actor Mamie Laverock opens her eyes after falling 5 stories, family says
Actor Mamie Laverock has been on life support after a five-story fall, but she has since opened her eyes, her family says.
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WorldReuters
Highly pathogenic H7 bird flu found on fourth poultry farm in Australia
CANBERRA (Reuters) -A highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza has been found on a fourth poultry farm near Melbourne near two other properties where the virus had already been detected, the government of Australia's Victoria state said on Wednesday. "Avian influenza virus has been confirmed at a fourth Victorian poultry farm," the government said in a statement.
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WorldReuters
As Japan's birthrate drops, runner freezes her eggs to sustain motherhood dream
TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese champion runner Tomomi Bitoh completed a 170-km (106-mile) race in the Himalayas last November, and immediately made a beeline for a Tokyo clinic to begin freezing her eggs, hoping to keep alive her dream of becoming a mother. The 33-year-old former childcare worker is one of a growing number of Japanese women joining in a trend authorities in the world's most advanced ageing society hope will stem further declines in the birthrate. "I have this big dream of becoming
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CelebrityBusiness Insider
Christina Applegate says MS has left her with little will to survive: 'I don't enjoy living'
There are nearly a million people who are living with multiple sclerosis in the US.
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HealthNBC News
FDA panel rejects first MDMA treatment amid deep concerns about flawed trials
A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel on Tuesday declined to recommend the approval of MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy or molly, as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder, a major setback for advocates who have long pushed to include psychedelics in treating mental health disorders.
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HealthNBC News
Adding stem cells to a kidney transplant could get patients off anti-rejection drugs, trial finds
A novel approach to organ transplantation allowed patients to wean off anti-rejection drugs after two years, according to the results of a phase 3 clinical trial presented Monday.
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HealthABC News
FDA advisers vote against recommending approval of MDMA as treatment for PTSD
A panel of independent advisers for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration voted against recommending approval of psychedelic treatment -- along with therapy -- to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during a meeting on Tuesday. The treatment, developed by Lykos Therapeutics, is a pharmaceutical version of midomafetamine, better known as MDMA and sometimes referred to as ecstasy. The Psychopharmacologic Drugs Advisory Committee appeared to have serious doubts about the safety and effica
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HealthThe Conversation
How to keep high school athletes safe from heat illness in a brutally hot summer
The first two weeks of preseason training are the toughest as players’ bodies acclimatize to running hard in the heat. An exercise scientist explains the risks.
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