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Vaccines hold tantalizing promise in the fight against dementia
Vaccines hold tantalizing promise in the fight against dementia Vaccines may hold promise in reducing the risk of dementia, with one study suggesting that the shingles vaccine could lower the risk by as much as 20%. The study used a policy change in Wales to compare vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, finding that the vaccine reduced […]
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A toxicologistās guide to poison ivyās itch and bee stingsā burning pain ā 2 examples of natureās chemical warfare
A toxicologistās guide to poison ivyās itch and bee stingsā burning pain ā 2 examples of natureās chemical warfare **Poison Ivy:** Poison ivy contains an oily chemical called urushiol that causes an allergic reaction in most people, leading to a rash that can be mild or severe. Symptoms appear 12-48 hours after exposure and can […]
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A red meat allergy from tick bites is spreading ā and the lone star tick isnāt the only alpha-gal carrier to worry about
A red meat allergy from tick bites is spreading ā and the lone star tick isnāt the only alpha-gal carrier to worry about A red meat allergy from tick bites, known as alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading rapidly across the US and globally, affecting an estimated 450,000 people in the US. The allergy is caused by […]
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The best fitness trackers and watches weāve tested
The best fitness trackers and watches weāve tested The best fitness smartwatches for 2023 are: The Apple Watch Ultra 2, Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, and Google Pixel Watch 3 offer a range of features including GPS, heart rate monitoring, and built-in cellular connectivity. For elite athletes, the Whoop MG is a top choice with its […]
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Fruits and veggies could help you sleep better
Fruits and veggies could help you sleep better Fruits and vegetables may help improve sleep quality by reducing sleep fragmentation and promoting deeper, more uninterrupted sleep. A new study found that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables during the day was associated with better sleep quality at night, with participants who consumed more […]
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Are you really allergic to penicillin? A pharmacist explains why thereās a good chance youāre not ā and how you can find out for sure
Are you really allergic to penicillin? A pharmacist explains why thereās a good chance youāre not ā and how you can find out for sure Only 1% of Americans who report a penicillin allergy actually have one, making it likely that many people are incorrectly labeled as allergic. A penicillin skin test can safely determine […]
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āForever chemicalsā affect developing male brains
āForever chemicalsā affect developing male brains Research conducted by the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at the University of Rochester found that early life exposure to PFHxA, a type of “forever chemical,” may increase anxiety-related behaviors and memory deficits in male mice. The study suggests that males are more vulnerable to environmental insults during neurodevelopment, […]
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NASAās SpaceX Crew-11 to Support Health Studies for Deep Space Travel
NASAās SpaceX Crew-11 to Support Health Studies for Deep Space Travel NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission will launch a four-person crew to the International Space Station later this summer, conducting health studies for deep space travel. The crew members will participate in simulated lunar landings, vision assessments, and other human physiology studies to address health challenges […]
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Is 1 type of water healthier for you than others?
Is 1 type of water healthier for you than others? According to Roger Fielding, senior scientist at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA), there is no physiological basis for a nutritional advantage to consuming specialty waters like alkaline water or electrolyte water over regular plain old water. The main concern […]
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Parents who oppose sex education in schools often donāt discuss it at home
Parents who oppose sex education in schools often donāt discuss it at home Parents who oppose comprehensive sex education in schools often don’t discuss it at home, despite claiming that sex education should only be taught at home. The Trump administration’s directive to remove gender-identity materials from California’s sex education lessons has led to a […]
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