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Do you find yourself eating out more often because it’s quicker and easier than cooking at home? Researchers presenting at the European Association for the Study of Obesity found that regularly eating restaurant and fast food meals is strongly linked to excess weight around the world. Discover how dining habits may be impacting long-term health more than you think.

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Eating Out Linked To Obesity Risk Worldwide

Eating out at restaurants and fast food joints is fueling the global obesity epidemic, a new study says.Eating out versus preparing food at home is consistently linked to excess weight, both in wealthy and poorer nations, researchers are reporting at an ongoing meeting of the European Asso...

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Have you noticed changes in your health as you approach menopause and wondered if they could affect your heart? A new study in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that women in perimenopause may face a higher risk of cholesterol, blood sugar, and heart health concerns. Discover why this stage of life may play a bigger role in heart health than many realize.

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Perimenopausal Women Face Greater Heart Risk, Study Finds

Women entering menopause are twice as likely to have lower heart health scores than those still having regular periods, a new study says.Perimenopausal women are mor...

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2 days ago

Have you ever wondered if after-school sports help kids beyond just staying active? A study published in Exercise, Sport, and Movement found that children involved in after-school sports showed benefits in mental health, brain function, and physical fitness. Discover why these activities may be more important than many parents realize.

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After-School Sports An Overall Boon To Children And Teens, Study Shows

Children benefit in both body and mind when they participate in after-school sports, a new study says.Kids in after-school sports show measurable advantages in brainpower, mental health and physical fitness, researchers reported in the journal

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3 days ago

Do you ever look back on past mistakes and wish you had done things differently? A new study in Emotion found that while people of all ages have regrets, older adults tend to feel less frustration about them over time. Discover what researchers learned about regret, aging, and emotional well-being.

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Older Adults Have Fewer Regrets, Study Says

Feeling regretful over something in your past?Odds are those feelings will fade over time, a new study says.Older adults experience less frustration when they think about past mistakes and missed chances, even though they tend to have about the same number of regrets as younger folk...

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4 days ago

Do you ever wonder if simple foods you eat every day could help protect your heart? A new study published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health found that foods like beans, lentils, and tofu may help lower the risk of high blood pressure. Discover how small changes to your diet could make a big impact on your health.

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Plant-Based Foods May Help Lower Risk of High Blood Pressure

Everyday foods like beans, lentils and tofu may help lower your risk of developing high blood pressure.In a new study — published May 7 in

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If your child had a peanut allergy, would you be willing to try early exposure therapy to help reduce the risk? Discover how this approach could change the future of allergy prevention.

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Exposure Therapy Can Successfully Ease Peanut Allergies

Exposure therapy can successfully protect preschool children from peanut allergies, a new study says.Children ages 1 to 3 fed small amounts of peanut daily slowly became accustomed to them, resea...

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6 days ago

Have you ever wondered if your brain can still hear or process things while you’re under anesthesia Researchers from Baylor College of Medicine discovered that the brain may continue processing language even during general anesthesia. Find out why this surprising discovery is changing what scientists thought they knew about the unconscious mind.

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New Study Suggests The Brain Can Continue Learning While In An Unconscious State

A new study is challenging what we know about the unconscious brain.Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine found the brain may continue processing language — even under general anesthesia.

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1 week ago

Have you ever wondered if something as simple as walking could help you recover faster after surgery? New research in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons found that every extra 1,000 steps taken after surgery may lower the risk of complications. Discover how small daily movements could make a big difference in recovery.

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Every 1,000 Steps After Surgery Cuts Complication Risk, Study Finds

People recovering from surgery have an easy way to boost their odds of a successful recuperation — take a stroll.Every extra 1,000 steps a patient takes daily after surgery lowers their odds of complications, researchers reported May 6 in the

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Could the medication you take for migraines also help protect your vision? A new study in Neurology found that people taking CGRP inhibitors for migraines had a lower risk of developing glaucoma. Discover how these medications may offer benefits beyond headache relief.

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Class of Migraine Drug Has Added Benefit: Reduced Glaucoma Risk

A class of drugs taken to prevent migraines might help people avoid glaucoma as well, a new study says.People taking CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) inhibitors had a 25% lower risk of developing

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Do you or someone you know deal with migraines that just won’t let up? A major review in Annals of Internal Medicine analyzed dozens of clinical trials to identify the most effective treatments for chronic migraine. Discover which options may finally bring relief.

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Newer Migraine Drugs Reduce Headache Days With Fewer Side Effects

Chronic migraine can be difficult to treat -- but new research is helping identify the most effective options.In a large new review, published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers analyzed 43 cl...

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1 week ago

Do you ever struggle to put your feelings into words, especially when you’re dealing with pain?
A study in Health Psychology found that people who have difficulty identifying and expressing emotions may experience more disruption from chronic pain. Discover how emotional awareness could play a bigger role in managing pain than you think.

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Understanding Emotions Could Be Key To Quelling Chronic Pain

People who struggle to understand their own emotions are more likely to have chronic pain disrupt their daily life, a new study says.People with alexithymia -- difficulty recognizing and expressing emotions -- tend to have greater psychological distress related to chronic pain, researchers...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered how soon it’s safe to exercise after a major surgery like breast cancer treatment?
Experts from Allegheny Health Network are rethinking traditional guidelines around exercise and weight lifting after breast cancer surgery. Discover what this could mean for recovery and getting back to strength safely.

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High-Intensity Exercise After Breast Cancer Surgery Helps Speed Recovery

After breast cancer surgery, many women are told to limit how much — and how soon — they exercise.

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered how someone relearns to speak after a stroke? New research suggests that a stroke survivor’s senses may play just as important a role as muscle control in regaining speech. Discover how this new understanding could change the way recovery is approached.

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Senses, Not Muscles, Key to Speech Recovery After Stroke

A stroke victim’s senses might matter as much as their muscles as they work to relearn how to talk, a new study says.Previously, experts thought that...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered if getting screened for dementia could cause more stress than it’s worth? A large clinical trial shows that concerns about anxiety or family stress shouldn’t stop seniors from early screening, which can help with planning and care decisions. Find out why early detection may be more helpful than harmful.

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Dementia Screening Safe For Families, Trial Finds

Screening for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease can give seniors and their families advance warning to plan and prepare for oncoming decline.But there’s also concern that a positive screening result might stress a family out, with adult children anxious over their role as caregi...

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2 weeks ago

Do you ever feel like that extra hour of evening daylight actually makes you more active? New research using data from Fitbit suggests daylight saving time may not boost daily activity as much as we think. Find out why that extra sunshine might not be making a difference after all.

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Daylight Saving Time Fails to Boost Daily Steps, Study Finds

TUESDAY, April 28, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Daylight saving time is thought to promote more outdoor activity by giving people an extra hour of sunshine in the evening prior to dusk.But a new study says that’s just not so.There’s no appreciable difference in peo...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to hear for the very first time? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first gene therapy for a rare form of inherited deafness, offering a potentially permanent solution for affected children. Discover how this breakthrough could change lives forever.

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First Gene Therapy for Genetic Hearing Loss Gains FDA Approval

In a historic leap for medical science, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has greenlit the first-ever gene therapy to treat a rare form of inherited deafness.The treatment — called Otarmeni — offers a...

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2 weeks ago

Do you grab any olive oil at the store or does it really matter which one you choose? New research from Universitat Rovira i Virgili suggests that extra virgin olive oil may benefit both gut and brain health, while refined versions don’t offer the same perks. Find out why your choice of olive oil could make a bigger difference than you think.

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Why Pricier Olive Oil May Be Better For Your Brain

When it comes to olive oil, not all are created equal. Extra virgin olive oil — the centerpiece of a Mediterranean diet — has benefits for your belly and your brain, new research shows. Refined olive oil, which is generally cheaper to buy, does not.

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered how your body knows when you’ve had enough to eat? Researchers from University of Maryland have uncovered new insights into how your brain signals fullness revealing a more complex system than previously thought. Discover how this breakthrough could lead to new treatments for obesity and eating disorders.

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Your Internal Signal to Stop Eating is More Complex Than Previously Thought

When your belly is full, your brain tells you to

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3 weeks ago

Do you ever watch your child play pretend and wonder if it’s doing more than just keeping them entertained?
A new study in Early Childhood Education Journal found that kids who engage more in imaginative play may have fewer emotional and behavioral challenges later on. Discover why “let’s pretend” could be more powerful than you think.

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Playing Pretend Provides Unexpected Benefits For Growing Kids

The imaginative power of children is profound, captured in a single oft-used phrase: “Let’s pretend.”Pretend play is seen as a harmless way for kids to have fun, but it might serve a very important role in their mental health and development, a new study says.Toddl...

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3 weeks ago

Do you ever worry about keeping your mind sharp as you get older? A new report from the Alzheimer’s Association shows that while most Americans are concerned about brain health, many aren’t sure what steps to take to prevent decline. Find out what you can do to protect your brain as you age.

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Most Americans Worried About Brain Health, But Few Know How To Protect It

Nearly all Americans are worried about their brain health as they age, ranking as important or more so than their physical health, a new Alzheimer’s Association report says.However, they don’t know what steps they can take to maintain brain health and ward off dementia, accordi...

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3 weeks ago

Have you ever watched someone you love slowly lose memories and wondered how to stay connected?
A new tool featured in JAMA Network Open is helping people with dementia and their caregivers reconnect through shared memories. Discover how this simple approach could help restore meaningful bonds.

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Website Helps Dementia Patients And Caregivers Bond, Reminisce

Seniors with dementia can easily lose touch with the loved ones caring for them, straining even once-close relationships as memories fade.But a new web-based tool is offering hope to both people with dementia and their caregivers, by helping them reminisce about the past and restore their ...

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3 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered if someone with paralysis could walk again one day? Researchers from University of Southern California, California Institute of Technology, and University of California, Irvine have developed a breakthrough brain interface that allows users to control a bionic suit and even feel movement. Discover how this innovation could change the future of mobility.

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Mind-Controlled Bionic Suit Lets Paralyzed Patients Feel Every Step

For people living with paralysis, the dream of walking again often feels like an impossible one. Now, a research team has successfully tested the feasibility of a two-way brain interface that allows a person to control a bionic suit with their thoughts and also feel the motion of walk...

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3 weeks ago

A recall has been issued for ATOYUS Children’s Activity Cubes due to parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard. Find out if your child’s toy is affected and what steps you should take to keep them safe.

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Children’s Activity Cubes Recalled Over Choking Hazard Risk

A kid's toy designed for learning and play is being pulled from the market over safety concerns.Officials say parts of the ATOYUS Children’s Activity Cubes can fall off, posing a choking risk for young kids.The recall, announced April 16, involves about 70 wooden activity cube...

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3 weeks ago

Do you have cantaloupe in your kitchen right now? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning shoppers about a recall of cantaloupes linked to possible Salmonella contamination. Find out if your fruit could be affected and what steps to take to stay safe.

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Cantaloupes Recalled in Four States Due to Salmonella Risk

Health officials in some states are warning shoppers to avoid certain cantaloupes amid concerns they may carry Salmonella.The recall, announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), involv...

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4 weeks ago

Have you ever wondered if your service dog is doing more than just helping with daily tasks? New research in Human Relations suggests assistance dogs may take on roles similar to human caregivers, actively contributing to their owner’s care. Discover how these incredible companions are making a bigger impact than you might think.

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Service Dogs Perform Tasks Akin To Human Caregivers, Researchers Say

Assistance dogs are more active caretakers for their impaired or ill humans than we give them credit for, a new study says.These service dogs not only help people with practical tasks, but actively contribute to their care, researchers recently reported in the journal

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4 weeks ago

Do you ever reach for the salt shaker without thinking twice? New research in Neurobiology of Aging suggests higher sodium intake could impact your memory, especially your ability to recall personal experiences. Find out how your daily habits might be affecting your brain health.

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Memory Problems? Your Salt Intake Could Make Matters Worse, Study Says

Reaching for the salt shaker could have long-lasting implications for your memory and brain health, a new study says.Higher sodium intake appears to affect episodic memory, the type of memory used to recall personal experiences and specific events from your past, researchers report in the ...

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4 weeks ago

Are you working out at the right time for your body or just whenever you can fit it in? A new study in Open Heart found that exercising in sync with your natural sleep pattern may improve blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and even sleep quality. Discover how timing your workouts could boost your results.

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This Simple Step Could Improve The Benefits From Your Regular Workouts

People might get more from their workouts if they time their exercise to their sleep schedule, a new study says.“Early birds” and “night owls” who timed their exercise to when they were most alert wound up with lower blood pressure, blood sugar and “bad”...

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4 weeks ago

Would you know the signs if your child had a concussion during a game? New research in Journal of the American Medical Association highlights key warning signs that can help you quickly determine if your child might be at risk. Find out what to look for and when to take action.

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Does Your Child Have A Concussion? These Are The Signs, Review Says

Your child just took a hard hit on the playing field.Maybe they’re lying on the ground, maybe they’re stumbling around, maybe they look just fine.You need to know, as soon as possible – do they have a

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4 weeks ago

Do you ever worry about what happens after leaving the hospital, especially when it comes to staying healthy at home? A new study from UT Southwestern Medical Center suggests that something as simple as prescribing groceries could help heart failure patients recover more successfully. Discover how food might play a powerful role in healing.

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'Food-as-Medicine' Improves Life for Heart Failure Patients

For the 6 million Americans recovering from heart failure, the most difficu...

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4 weeks ago

Does your child ever wake up from nightmares and struggle to fall back asleep? A new approach reported in Frontiers in Sleep introduces DARC-NESS, a model designed to help kids take control of their nightmares and improve their sleep. Discover how this method could bring more peaceful nights for your family.

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