Young Woman Paralyzed, Loses Speech and Mobility After Waking With Facial Droop
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Lillie Thorne, 22, was diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) after a rapid decline in health following initial Bell's palsy symptoms.
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Celebrity Nutritionist Endorses Green Tea and Matcha for Health Benefits
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Gabriela Peacock explains why matcha, a concentrated form of green tea, offers significant antioxidant advantages and a unique energy boost.
British National Tests Positive for Ebola After Congo Outbreak
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The first UK case in the current outbreak is being treated in Britain after contracting the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Cocaine Linked to More Deaths Than Heroin in England and Wales for First Time
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Official figures show a record number of fatalities involved the Class A drug, which has become more socially acceptable and cheaper.
Shockwave Therapy Shows Promise for Reducing Frozen Shoulder Pain
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New analysis of studies suggests extracorporeal shockwave therapy may significantly reduce short-term pain and improve function for individuals suffering from frozen shoulder.
Americans' Antibiotic Misuse Fuels Global Resistance Crisis, Study Warns
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More than a quarter of U.S. adults admit to exaggerating or lying about symptoms to obtain antibiotics, potentially leading to a future where common infections are untreatable.
Cash Assistance Program Slashes Infant Mortality in Flint Study
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A new analysis of the Rx Kids program shows a nearly 50% reduction in neonatal deaths among infants whose mothers received direct cash payments.
Gas Stove Use Requires Ventilation to Mitigate Health Risks, Experts Say
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Gas stoves can release harmful pollutants into the air, but simple ventilation methods can significantly reduce exposure.
Experts Warn of Serious Risks Associated with Viral 'Panic Pill'
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Concerns rise as prescriptions for propranolol, often called the 'panic pill,' increase, with potential for life-threatening complications.