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Two-thirds of U.S. adults do not plan on getting COVID boosters

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Two-thirds of U.S. adults do not plan on getting COVID boosters

About two-thirds of adults in the United States do not plan to get updated COVID-19 booster shots soon, according to a survey by the Kaiser Family Foundation.

British health officials recommend everyone over the age of 55 be screened for lung cancer

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British health officials recommend everyone over the age of 55 be screened for lung cancer

The U.K. National Screening Committee recommends that all citizens over the age of 55 be checked for lung cancer if they ever smoked.

Howie Mandel weighs in on mental health: 'Stigma still lives strongly today'

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Howie Mandel weighs in on mental health: 'Stigma still lives strongly today'

The "America's Got Talent" judge and comedian participated in a virtual discussion this week on mental health issues — and how a new therapy can help those with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder).

Doctor burnout reached 'highest level on record' during COVID, experts want action

HEALTH 21 hours ago

Doctor burnout reached 'highest level on record' during COVID, experts want action

Post-COVID, there's an "urgent need to attend to physicians," said the American Medical Association, given that doctor burnout spiked badly during the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Much-debated drug from Amylyx for Lou Gehrig’s disease wins FDA approval

HEALTH 1 day ago

Much-debated drug from Amylyx for Lou Gehrig’s disease wins FDA approval

A drug from Amylyx Pharmaceuticals to treat ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, won U.S. approval on Thursday from the Food and Drug Administration based on the results of a small, mid-stage study.

Katie Couric's breast cancer: What other women can learn from her diagnosis

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Katie Couric's breast cancer: What other women can learn from her diagnosis

TV journalist Katie Couric opened shared her breast cancer diagnosis this week — and stressed the importance of regular mammograms, and even, for some women, breast ultrasounds.

Kids with head lice don't need to leave school: report

Children's Health 1 day ago

Kids with head lice don't need to leave school: report

The American Academy of Pediatrics issued a clinical report that says children who have head lice don't have to miss school because there's no known health hazard.

Anxiety screenings recommended by US task force will cause overdiagnosis, overprescription, psychologist warns

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Anxiety screenings recommended by US task force will cause overdiagnosis, overprescription, psychologist warns

Psychologist Johnathan Shedler warns of overdiagnosis and overprescription if a possible recommendation for anxiety screenings for all adults under 65 is finalized.

Acetaminophen during pregnancy may be linked to attention and sleep problems in young children: New study

HEALTH 1 day ago

Acetaminophen during pregnancy may be linked to attention and sleep problems in young children: New study

The lead author of a study published in PLOS Medicine said acetaminophen use by women in pregnancy increased the risk for attention and sleep problems among their young children by over 20%.

Israel has one of the lowest death rates from prostate cancer in the world

Israel 2 days ago

Israel has one of the lowest death rates from prostate cancer in the world

Israel's Health Ministry released figures showing that the country has one of the lowest death rates for men from prostate cancer in the world.

Scientists test new malaria vaccine with box full of mosquitoes: 'Whole forearm swelled'

INFECTIOUS DISEASE 2 days ago

Scientists test new malaria vaccine with box full of mosquitoes: 'Whole forearm swelled'

In clinical trials, researchers are developing a new malaria vaccine by using boxes full of mosquitoes to inject people with antibodies.

Alzheimer’s drug study yields positive results in early stages of disease

HEALTH 2 days ago

Alzheimer’s drug study yields positive results in early stages of disease

An experimental drug to treat Alzheimer’s, made by Eisai Co Ltd and Biogen, has yielded positive results. The drug has slowed functional decline by 27% compared to a placebo.

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Tunnel to Towers NYC 5K: Runners, supporters share lessons of patriotism at 9/11 memorial event

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Tunnel to Towers NYC 5K: Runners, supporters share lessons of patriotism at 9/11 memorial event

Tunnel to Towers NYC 5K: Sand sculptor pays tribute to 9/11 first responders with stunning sandcastle

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Tunnel to Towers NYC 5K: Sand sculptor pays tribute to 9/11 first responders with stunning sandcastle

Tennessee man with autism starts successful recycling business, cherishes 'interacting with customers'

LIFESTYLE 5 days ago

Tennessee man with autism starts successful recycling business, cherishes 'interacting with customers'

Feeding America teams up with others to help the hungry, preserve their 'dignity' and change policy

LIFESTYLE 5 days ago

Feeding America teams up with others to help the hungry, preserve their 'dignity' and change policy