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Gathering for Thanksgiving? Help Keep Flu Off the Guest List

(NAPSI)—With 74% of Americans planning to gather with family and friends for Thanksgiving this year, according to Pew Research Center, there’s one important step to take before getting together: …

Bronchitis vs. pneumonia: How to tell the difference

Bronchitis affects the airways, while pneumonia infects the lung tissue itself and is usually more serious. Knowing the difference …
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Uninsured? Here’s where to look for free or low-cost vaccines

Vaccines can help protect you from illnesses that may cause serious health problems. Most health insurance plans cover recommended …
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Half of Americans feel lonely around the holidays. These conversation starters can help build connection.

The holidays bring people, plans and parties. But a crowded room doesn't always mean a real connection. In fact, just over half of …
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What causes a food coma, and how to beat it this Thanksgiving

Naturepedic reports that food comas, or postprandial somnolence, occur after large meals, causing drowsiness.

Could your stomachaches be linked to ADHD? What new research says

Understood reports that people with ADHD face 48% higher chances of gastrointestinal issues, including diarrhea and IBS, but the cause remains unclear.

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As Veterans Day Approaches, It’s Worth Talking About Tobacco

By Lacoadia Burkes, Bureau Chief, Tobacco Free Florida (NAPSI)—As Veterans Day approaches, many of us will spend time celebrating the veterans in our lives. Across our state, that might mean …

White-knuckling the holidays: Why so many Americans put mental health on hold at the end of the year

Zocdoc reports that many Americans postpone mental health care during the holidays despite rising stress, due to emotional and logistical pressures.

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Dry Eye: An Overlooked Symptom of Perimenopause and Menopause

(Feature Impact) Dry eye is one of the most overlooked symptoms of perimenopause, the phase of fluctuating hormones leading up to a woman’s final period, and menopause, the point in a woman’s …

America's #1 Cancer Is More Common Than We Thought

(NewsUSA) - New estimates suggest that 4.7 million Americans are diagnosed with nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) annually, while advances in treatment offer patients more choices than ever before.NMSC …

Why Women Should Find Out Their Breast Cancer Risk Earlier than You Think

(NewsUSA) - For many people, breast cancer screening becomes a priority around age 40. However, according to recommendations from the American College of Radiology® (ACR®), one of the most …

Youth Tobacco Use Is at Historic Lows. Adult Smokers Still Need Better Choices.

(Dr. Matthew Holman) - There is a piece of good public health news that deserves more attention: youth tobacco use in the United States has fallen to historically low levels. That progress did not …

America’s New Drug Dealers Have Moved from Street Corners to the Internet – and the FDA is Letting Them

(Peter Pitts, President and Co-founder of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest ) - Consumers purchasing retatrutide online may think they are buying a safe, clinically tested weight-loss …

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Long Before Tremors, Sleep May Hold Important Clues to Parkinson’s

(BPT) - Key takeawaysSome people physically act out their dreams. They may punch, kick or yell while asleep. This condition is called REM sleep behavior disorder or RBD.RBD may be an early warning …

Tiny fish, big hope: The science bringing rare epilepsy research home

(BPT) - Exciting new research models and at-home clinical trials are shortening the distance between breakthrough science and the families who need it most.For families facing a rare epilepsy …

From Uncertainty to Reassurance: How a Small Heart Monitor and Ablation Procedure Helped One Father Conquer the Unknowns of Atrial Fibrillation

(NewsUSA) - In 2018, then-52-year-old Todd Repass Jr. stood up after a meal and immediately knew something was wrong. It was terrifying. He felt weak, short of breath, and, at times, dizzy. The …

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Meds are often the go-to for dementia patients. Is there a better way?

Knowable Magazine reports that dementia patients often receive antipsychotics instead of non-drug approaches for behavioral issues, risking health and well-being.

A Navy medical center is testing a supplement for chronic pain against a placebo

Neurogan Health reports a Navy trial is testing palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) for chronic pain.

Protect Your Heart and Brain by Knowing the Signs and Symptoms of AFib

(Feature Impact) AFib is a type of arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorder, that happens when your heart's electrical signals fire abnormally, causing an irregular heartbeat. More than 10 million people in the U.S. live with AFib, so if you're one of them, there are plenty of ways to find connection, support and resources to help.

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Before you pick a health plan, ask these 5 questions

GoodRx reports that choosing the right health insurance can be overwhelming. Key factors include budget, medical needs, and upcoming life events to find the best plan.