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KFF Health News sues to force disclosure of Medicare Advantage audit records

KFF Health News has sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General to compel it to re...

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Grandchildren help combat loneliness and improve mental health among older adults

Older adults who frequently see their grandchildren report fewer feelings of isolation and greater mental health, accord...

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Digital health technologies play a transformative role in diabetes management and prevention

Scientists at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, along with a colleague from Peking University People's Hospital in ...

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Paddy gets off saddle after finishing most gruelling day of ride so far

Earlier today, Radio 2 presenter, Paddy McGuinness, set off from Preston’s Moor Park on Day 2 of Radio 2’s Ultra End...

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King Charles, Prince Harry feud: Harry’s furious reply after Meghan banned from seeing dying Queen

Prince Harry has lifted the lid on an explosive conversation with his father King Charles....

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A new plan aims to fix the UK's 'broken' food system, but here's what the strategy overlooks

Two-thirds of the UK population are either overweight or obese—a crisis that costs billions each year in health care a...

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I'm a Wellness Pro - Here are 11 Gifts I Give Over and Over Again

Here's the thing about me: if I like a product, it will immediately become my personality trait for the foreseeable futu...

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Dyslexia can actually be an advantage for university researchers

Many people may think of dyslexia as a reading difficulty, or the occasional embarrassing mix-up of letters. For years, ...

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Using personal care products during and after pregnancy can increase exposure to toxic chemicals

For people who are pregnant or nursing, more use of personal care products is associated with higher detectable levels o...

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His heart stopped during last year's Richmond Marathon. This weekend, he'll run it again.

David Griffin was on a mission when he lined up for the Richmond Marathon on Nov. 11, 2023....

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NCDC issues public advisory on Lassa Fever, warns of increased spread

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC has issued a public health advisory on Lassa fever warning o...

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This hack can reduce the carbs and calories in white rice, experts say — and it’s just 2 easy steps

A popular health hack on social media claims to make white rice healthier by increasing resistant starches. Does it work...

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Justice Department sues to block UnitedHealth Group's $3.3 billion purchase of Amedisys

The Justice Department is suing to block UnitedHealth Group’s $3.3 billion purchase of Amedisys...

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Virtual Care Policy Update: What to Expect in Lame Duck

The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), 2023 (Public Law 117-328), signed into law on December 29, 2022, extended cer...

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GDS Wealth Management Partners with ClearMatch and EverSafe

DALLAS, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GDS Wealth Management, a wealth management firm based in Flower Mound, Texas, has ...

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Morris Animal Foundation Names Golden Retriever Lifetime Study Data Commons & Biorepository to Honor Bette M. Morris for Her Vision and Commitment to Veterinary Health Research

DENVER, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Bette M. Morris' foundational vision and her enduring legacy of ...

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Ontario Liberals announce tax cut campaign pledge as election speculation grows

TORONTO — Ontario took a new step into pre-election campaign territory Tuesday, with an opposition leader making her f...

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4 in 5 newcomers to Canada relying on food banks, Toronto report finds

The data 'also reveals inequities, with both international and refugee students facing more severe food insecurity than ...

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Neurologist warns there's a certain age you should stop drinking beer to prevent 'cognitive decline'

Dr Richard Restak warns in his book that drinking too much beer can lead to memory loss, mental deterioration or dementi...

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Scientists uncover a previously unrecognized tumor suppression mechanism

There are processes in the human body that can suppress the growth and proliferation of cancer cells. These mechanisms, ...

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Patient-derived organoids: Transforming cancer research and personalized medicine

Patient-derived organoids (PDOs) are revolutionizing cancer research, enhancing drug testing and personalized treatment ...

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Pandemic stress linked to long-term rise in alcohol consumption

Alcohol use increased during the COVID-19 pandemic and remained elevated even after the pandemic ended, according to a l...

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Older Americans living alone often rely on neighbors or others willing to help

Donald Hammen, 80, and his longtime next-door neighbor in south Minneapolis, Julie McMahon, have an understanding. Every...

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Is a Vasectomy Right for You? Factors to Consider Before Making the Decision

Deciding whether a vasectomy is the right choice for you is a big step. Many men find themselves considering this proced...

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California dengue cases prompt swift response from public health officials

Jason Farned and his team at the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District had spent years preparing for t...

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Zai Lab and argenx announce NMPA approval for sBLA for VYVGART Hytrulo

Zai Lab and argenx have announced receipt of approval from the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China ...

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IDEAYA Biosciences Announces Participation in Jefferies London Healthcare Conference and Plans for Investor R&D Day

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEAYA Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDYA), a precision medicine...

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Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals Announced Positive Phase 1 Results for Its Oral GLP-1 Receptor Agonist GZR18 Tablet in Healthy Participants, Demonstrating 4.16% Weight Reduction in Two Weeks

After two weeks of treatment, GZR18 tablets resulted in an average weight reduction of up to 4.16%, with continued weigh...

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Comb jellyfish that reverses ageing may hold key to timeless quest for immortality

A representational image shows a bioluminescent comb jellyfish. — X/@maximaxooIn a groundbreaking discovery, researche...

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Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine provides strong protection against MIS-C in children aged 5–17

Research indicates the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine effectively reduces MIS-C incidence in children, supporting vaccination a...

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NHS to hand out 'game-changing' daily pill to help people quit smoking

The drug, known as varenicline, will help tens of thousands of people stop smoking and prevent thousands of smoking-rela...

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Haldi in your food contains high levels of lead, new study reveals

Haldi in your food contains high levels of lead, new study reveals...

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Nuts to berries to tomatoes: Know the foods that can help fight cancer and support brain health

Nuts are loaded with antioxidants that can prevent cognitive decline, while berries can slow down cancer formation....

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I'm Raising My Child In The Netherlands, And This Is Something I Never Expected

"For a time, the thought of having kids brought on so much anxiety that I kept putting it off."...

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Investors in Edwards Lifesciences Corporation Should Contact Levi & Korsinsky Before December 13, 2024 to Discuss Your Rights - EW

NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Edwards Lifesciences Corporation ("E...

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BBC confirms Gary Lineker to step down as MOTD host but will continue presenting

Sports broadcaster Gary Lineker will step down as host of Match of the Day at the end of the season....

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North Wales rocker Mike Peters calls for stem cell donors as cancer returns

Mike Peters, the frontman of Welsh rock band The Alarm has said his future is "uncertain" after his rare aggressive canc...

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Pennie Open Enrollment: Pennsylvanians have until Jan. 15 to secure health care insurance

Pennsylvanians have until Jan. 15 to purchase their 2025 health coverage on Pennie, the state-based insurance exchange....

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After Years Of Extreme Pain, Thai Woman Discovers Needle Lodged In Her Vagina!

The medical staff accidentally dropped the needle inside the woman's vagina while stitching her up after childbirth. The...

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‘The King’s Speech was like a horror movie for me. I cried for most of it’ – NI novelist on her struggles with stammering

When Hamnet went from a novel to the subject of a major movie, author Maggie O’Farrell admits that the experience of v...

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Real-Life Weight Loss Story: This TRICK Helped An Influencer Lose 25 Kilos While Eating Donuts!

Influencer and fitness coach Kols recently shared how she lost 65 pounds (29kg) while enjoying her favourite foods, incl...

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Martin Lewis issues 3-week Tesco Clubcard warning as vouchers set to expire

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis has warned shoppers to use their Tesco Clubcard vouchers as £18 million worth ...

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Figure 4 - Today's Tip

Shoshana shows us an exercise that works your legs and core at the same time....

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Common childhood condition 'could increase risk of developing dementia'

A study has found that children with asthma performed worse in memory tasks than children without the lung condition, an...

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World Pneumonia Day: Chattogram hospitals see surge in bronchopneumonia cases

With World Pneumonia Day being observed today, Chattogram hospitals are grappling with an overwhelming number of broncho...

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Doctor's 6 steps to prevent symptomless cancer that kills 5,830 people a year

The often hard to spot cancer is preventable in almost half of cases however the number of people with the disease is ri...

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8 Natural Ingredients That Will Give You Wedding Glow-up

8 Natural Ingredients That Will Give You Wedding Glow-up...

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German charity donates 40,000 euros to ARCS

German charity Peace Village has contributed 40,000 euro in cash aid for treatment of children with burns and bone fract...

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Psychic to the stars would retire, if his clients would let him

NEW YORK >> Frank Andrews wants people to know something about being a psychic: It is exhausting. Picking up random ener...

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Two crashes on A27 and over an hour in delays - what we know so far

Commuters are facing severe delays this morning due to two crashes and an oil spill on an A-road....

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‘Ground Rules’

Used with the permission of Dave Coverly and CartoonStock. Cartoons are the property of their respective artists and are...

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'Moonlighting' enzymes may lead to new cancer therapies

Researchers at the Center for Genomic Regulation (CRG) reveal that metabolic enzymes known for their roles in energy pro...

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Blood vessel-like coating could make medical devices safer for patients

University of B.C. researchers have developed a coating that could make medical devices safer for millions of patients, ...