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Is it healthier to walk outside or on a treadmill? Experts reveal which has more benefits
Here’s how to choose which type of walk is right for you.
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Hoda Kotb's powerful advice about breast cancer and 4 words that became her mantra
The TODAY co-anchor explains why she became “wildly fearless” and the conversation with a stranger that changed her life.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are the early signs to watch for
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are the symptoms and signs of breast cancer, and how you can lower your risk.
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Prevent Emergencies and Be Prepared With These Summer Safety Tips
Keep the following tips in mind when engaging in outdoor and activities to ensure your summer remains safe and enjoyable.
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NBA gives away sherpas from Jill Martin's new line for breast cancer awareness
Proceeds of the sherpas featuring the NBA and WNBA logos turned pink go to the Basser Center for BRCA research.
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1 in 3 teens can't get tampons or pads during their periods, study finds
A third of teens and young adults in the U.S. can’t afford or otherwise access menstrual products, according to new research from Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C.
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After 60 years of writing letters, pen pals meet face-to-face for the first time
The lifelong pen pals have written letters and made phone calls for over six decades, but never once saw each other in person — until now.
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Fluoride in drinking water poses enough risk to merit new EPA action, judge says
A federal judge has ordered further regulation of fluoride in drinking water because high levels could pose a risk to the intellectual development of children.
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These are the ‘Nicest Places In America' in 2024, according to Reader's Digest
Reader’s Digest’s list of 2024 Nicest Places in America names locations across the U.S. known for their kindness and community spirit.
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Girl, 7, ‘allergic' to light must hide from the sun, cover every inch of skin
After mystery symptoms as a baby, she was diagnosed with a rare disorder that forces her to shun all UV light. She got to be a kid at a sun-proof camp.
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Severe obesity is on the rise in the US
Obesity is high and holding steady in the U.S. About 4 in 10 Americans have obesity overall and about 1 in 10 have severe obesity.
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Do GLP-1 supplements work? What to know about ‘nature's Ozempic'
The products are being advertised as more affordable alternatives to blockbuster weight-loss drugs. Here’s what doctors think about them.
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Whooping cough spikes, especially among unvaccinated teens
The U.S. is experiencing more than four times as many whooping cough cases compared with last year — a spike that some experts attribute to post-pandemic vaccine fatigue.
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Breast cancer at 38 left 1 woman weak and vulnerable. How strength training got her in the best shape of her life
Once Cait Lowry finished breast cancer treatment, weight lifting helped her rebuild muscle, boost her energy and fight brain fog and insomnia.
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What are enteroviruses?
Enteroviruses are a common cause of viral infections for all age groups and include coxsackieviruses, hepatitis A and polioviruses.
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Virus that causes paralyzing illness is spiking in the U.S., wastewater data shows
A respiratory virus that sometimes paralyzes children is spreading across the U.S., raising concerns about another possible rise in polio-like illnesses.
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Here's why Sept. 16 is the start of Asthma Peak Week
The third week in September is the start of Asthma Peak Week. It’s a time when emergency rooms see more patients for asthma-related issues.
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Menopause can bring on dental problems, but you can protect your mouth
Menopause is well-known for causing hot flashes and night sweats for many women. But the list of menopause maladies can also include dental problems.
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High lead levels found in 1 in 3 cinnamon samples, group says
The findings from Consumer Reports follow recent recalls of cinnamon products
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Mind Your Prostate: A Guide to Understanding Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Getting checked out can offer options for symptom relief and also potentially rule out prostate cancer.
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Data check: Connecticut youth concussions
A troubling concussion seen by millions on a nationally televised NFL game Thursday night had people once again visiting the issue of concussions in youth sports. We’re talking about a play during Thursday Night Football where the Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered a scary concussion. He has had a long history with this injury. In Connecticut, concussions have been...