Full Body Scans Spark Unexpected Diagnoses and Debate on Healthcare
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The booming private sector offers comprehensive health screenings, leading to life-changing discoveries for some but raising questions about accessibility and necessity.
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Michigan Lifts Lettuce Warning Amid Plateau in Cyclosporiasis Cases
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Health officials advise continued washing of produce, as other foodborne outbreaks persist.
Shoppers Report Significant Oral Health Improvements With New Supplement
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Consumers claim a supplement containing hydroxyapatite has helped alleviate tooth pain, reduce plaque, and even heal cavities.
Bitter Polish Offers Novel Approach to Quitting Nail Biting
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A $19 deterrent polish is gaining traction for its unpleasant taste, aiming to break the common habit of onychophagia.
COVID-19 May Trigger Dormant Viruses, Potentially Explaining Long COVID
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New research suggests SARS-CoV-2 infection can reactivate latent viruses in the body, offering a potential insight into the complexities of long COVID.
New At-Home Test Detects Lyme Disease Bacteria in Ticks
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The LymeAlert kit provides results within 30 minutes, allowing for quicker identification of potential Lyme disease exposure.
Infant Exposure to Dog Microbes May Reduce Illness, Study Suggests
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Researchers found that microbes from household dogs could account for up to a quarter of the benefits dogs provide to a baby's immune system in their first year.
Living Near Dry Cleaners May Increase Parkinson's Risk, Study Suggests
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New research indicates a potential link between proximity to dry cleaning establishments and a higher likelihood of developing the neurodegenerative disorder.
Kefir Consumption Linked to Improved Gut Health, Weight Loss, and Reduced Acid Reflux
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A month-long trial of daily kefir intake showed a significant increase in gut microbial diversity, a decrease in acid reflux symptoms, and a notable reduction in weight.