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Everything You Need to Know About Cooking Oils

There’s a specific type for all kinds of cooking.

2023-12-01T14:05:43Z

American Academy of Neurology, April 13-18

The annual meeting of the American Academy of Neurology was held this year from April 13 to 18 in Denver, drawing participants from around the world, including clinicians, academicians, allied health professionals, and others interested in neurology. The conference highlighted recent advances in neurological disorders, with presentations focusing o...

2024-04-24T00:03:27Z

Jesse Sullivan and Francesca Farago Talk "Surreal" Pregnancy Journey

When Jesse Sullivan and Francesca Farago announced their pregnancy on March 31, Trans Day of Visibility, their videos on social media were met with an outpouring of support: "Congrats to you both!

2024-04-23T13:11:55Z

Sprite Just Dropped an Exciting New Summer Soda Flavor

Sprite is helping soda fans cool off with Sprite Chill, a limited-edition flavor that supposedly delivers a cooling sensation with each sip.

2024-04-23T16:21:01Z

‘I’m taking things one day at a time’: How Celine Dion is using fashion to triumph tragedy

The sight of Celine Dion “working it” in a Schiaparelli ruffled silk confection will be reassuring for her fans. The 56-year-old singer must be feeling better, they will think, if she’s putting on the couture. It has been more than a year since Dion revealed that she is suffering from Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that can cau...

2024-04-24T08:49:30Z

5 Celebs With The Easiest Workout Routines

You can totally handle four minutes of exercise.

2023-12-01T12:05:34Z

Fifth of cancer patients had visit GP three times to get diagnosis, study finds

One in five people with cancer had to see their GP at least three times before they received a diagnosis – with young people the most likely to be turned away, research shows. The analysis of NHS data shows widespread delays in identifying patients in need of prompt attention, with some of the worst results seen in the poorest areas. Researchers sa...

2024-04-24T09:29:41Z

Easy exercises to alleviate back pain

Many of us spend hours sitting down, often resulting in back pain. Jade Coles, a yoga instructor with Insure4Sport, says, "When we sit for long periods, whether at a desk, behind the wheel or simply on the sofa, we tap into habitual postures which often leave us with back pain, knee pain and weak glutes." Thankfully, performing simple exercises ins...

2024-04-24T11:35:09Z

Hay fever symptoms, causes, treatments and cures

Most of us are delighted when spring finally arrives, but for millions of hay fever sufferers, the warmer temperatures and longer days signal the start of their annual battle with symptoms. While for some people these can be relatively mild, for others they are completely debilitating. “Some are so badly affected that they can’t go outdoors, their ...

2024-03-23T12:03:43Z

Christina Applegate wearing diapers after contracting virus

Christina Applegate was forced to wear diapers after picking up sapovirus from a takeout salad.

2024-04-24T06:01:23Z

Halle Bailey reveals battle with postpartum depression

Halle Bailey has opened up about her battle with postpartum depression. The actress/singer has revealed she has suffered from "severe" postpartum depression since secretly welcoming her son Halo in January. "I just wanted to speak a little bit about my postpartum journey as a new mom," Halle said in a Snapchat video. "I have severe, severe postpart...

2024-04-22T22:03:08Z

15 Things Every Good Neighbor Does

Get your cup of sugar ready.

2024-01-02T05:18:26Z

Knee Osteoarthritis Symptoms Common After ACL Reconstruction

TUESDAY, April 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Nearly one-quarter of patients show persistent early knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms six to 12 months after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), according to a study recently published in the Journal of Athletic Training. Matthew S. Harkey, Ph.D., from Michigan State University in East Lans...

2024-04-24T00:03:25Z

Why autism and ADHD self-diagnosis may be inaccurate

Every few months, 52-year-old Peter* would find himself in trouble with his wife. Sitting silently during an argument and unable to speak, he couldn’t process anything levelled at him. He didn’t know what was wrong, except noticing that he had a weird pattern of “getting stuck in a rut”, hyper-fixating on interests such as programming and PC gaming...

2024-04-24T07:34:13Z

Health Facts You Didn't Know About Black Tea

Your favorite beverage is packed with plenty of health benefits.

2023-12-01T15:05:53Z

Bowel cancer rises among under-50s in Spain as Mediterranean diet fades, oncology expert warns

Bowel cancer is beginning to rise among younger adults in Spain as the nation’s Mediterranean diet fades, a leading European oncology expert has warned. Rates are increasing in several countries across Europe, including the UK, Germany, Spain, Italy and Poland, with 25 per cent of cancerous colorectal tumours now found in people under 50, according...

2024-04-24T12:25:04Z

Science Reveals How Aspirin Prevents Colon Cancer

Key Takeaways Researchers think they've figured out why aspirin prevents colon cancer Aspirin appears to enhance the ability of immune cells to alert each other to the presence of cancer Once alerted, the immune system seeks out and attempts to kill the cancer WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Long-term daily use of aspirin has been k...

2024-04-24T12:05:24Z

8 Foods With a Surprisingly Short Life, Even in the Refrigerator

You shouldn't wait to eat any of these items.

2023-12-18T23:26:12Z

Ashley Judd delivers poignant speech about suicide prevention

The 56-year-old appeared alongside other notable suicide prevention advocates - including Aloe Blacc - at the event at the White House complex in Washington on Tuesday.

2024-04-23T22:15:54Z

The WNBA Deserves Pay Equity. Here's What That Actually Means.

The WNBA draft may be over, but the conversations about it are still swirling.

2024-04-18T21:26:58Z

Infertility Is Rising Among Young Married Women

Key Takeaways Rates of infertility among women of childbearing age rose between 2011 and 2019 Male infertility also ticked upwards, but vasectomies were a key component of those numbers The reasons for changes in fertility rates are unclear WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The percentage of married American women under the age of 50 ...

2024-04-24T12:05:23Z

Kids With Common Skin Conditions Face Stigma, Bullying

Key Takeaways Kids with one of a myriad of skin conditions can face stigma and bullying, usually at school Kids can internalize this stigma, leading to serious mental health harms Parents, doctors and teachers can all play roles in lowering the dangers WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Acne, psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, alopecia: Any ...

2024-04-24T12:05:24Z

NHS's goal to diagnose cancer earlier is 'seriously off target'

Under an ambitious plan to tackle the country's 'cancer calamity', the NHS vowed in 2019 to diagnose 75 per cent of patients in the earliest stage by 2028.

2024-04-23T23:31:41Z

I Tried the Wellness Routine That Got Megan Thee Stallion Through Hell - and I'm Glad I Did

Megan Thee Stallion has three Grammys, writes songs that top the charts on the regular, sells out arenas, and just generally has a lot going for her.

2024-04-22T18:04:29Z

Celine Dion declares she was 'born to communicate on stage'

Celine Dion has declared that she was "born to communicate on stage". In an interview with Vogue France published on Monday, the Canadian music icon opened up about her fame amid her battle with stiff person syndrome. "Celebrity has made me want to never give up on anything. I was born to communicate on stage, with my team, and with my voice, and w...

2024-04-22T19:07:46Z

Trying 'Magic Mushroom' Drug to Ease Depression? It Has Side Effects

Key Takeaways Many people are turning to psilocybin to help ease depression, but research shows it can have short-term side effects Nausea, dizziness and spikes in blood pressure were most common, and resolved over 48 hours Any longer-term side effects from the 'magic mushroom' med remain unclear WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Many...

2024-04-24T12:05:24Z

Fresh health warning over common food additive

Adults who ate lots of emulsifiers were up to 15 per cent more likely to have type 2 diabetes, French researchers found. Critics, however, tore apart the academic paper

2024-04-24T10:18:28Z

Ask A Doctor: What Happen Malaria Remain Untreated?

Expert opinion from Mohan P. Abraham M.D., FAAFP (Family Physician) · 40 years of experience · USA Malaria can result in anemia and jaundice (yellow skin and eyes) as a result of the loss of red blood cells. If the infection is not treated promptly, it can become severe, resulting in kidney failure, seizures, mental confusion, coma, and death. Expe...

2024-04-23T15:09:15Z

I was repeatedly mistaken for a woman until I was in my 20's

Ashley Hemming, from Worcester, Worcestershire, was repeatedly mistaken for a woman until his 20's - until testosterone shots finally gave him a beard and he grew five inches.

2024-04-24T11:33:07Z

Ask A Nutrition Professional: Is Ashwagandha Bad For Heart Patients?

Expert opinion from Kelsey Masso Master of Science in Health and Wellness Management /Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition · 2 years of experience · USA Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. While there is some evidence to suggest that ashwagandha may help to improve heart health, there is n...

2024-04-23T22:06:51Z

UV Hair Extensions Are the Most Seamless on the Market

Image Source: Getty/Edward Berthelot / Contributor The influence of technology on the beauty space can't be denied, and a new type of hair extension is even more proof.

2024-04-23T19:43:10Z

15 Pre-Workout Snacks You Can Prep Ahead of Time

Prep these easy pre-workout snacks ahead of time so you feel energized for every workout

2024-01-02T05:18:23Z

Your Complete Guide to the Benefits of Compression Recovery

Here’s everything you need to know!

2023-12-19T12:12:11Z

How "Brain Flossing" May Impact Neurodivergent Minds

One of the beautiful things about TikTok is that within the hundreds of millions of active users, you can find little communities that seem to speak directly to you.

2024-04-23T18:52:50Z

Is It Safe to Take Allergy Medication While Pregnant? Experts Weigh In

Being pregnant is tough, in more ways than one.

2024-04-23T14:42:07Z

New Rules Mean 3.6 Million Americans Could Get Wegovy Via Medicare, Costing Billions

Key Takeaways About 3.6 million Medicare recipients could be eligible for Wegovy coverage based on their risk for heart attack and stroke This could add $3 billion or more to annual Medicare drug costs Drug price negotiation could reduce this expected expense as early as 2027 WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A budget-busting 3.6 mill...

2024-04-24T12:05:23Z

10 of the Most Unique Museums In the United States

Add these one-of-a-kind destinations to your travel bucket list.

2023-12-01T14:35:47Z

How Can We Prevent Vitamin D Deficiency? A Review By Doctors

Expert opinion from Sujith Chunduri MBBS · 2 years of experience · India Spend time in sunlight as sun is one of the best sources of vitamin D. People with darker skin should spend more time in sun than lighter skin. Sunscreen and certain clothing can hinder vitamin D. Geographical location and season also plays an important role, places close to t...

2024-04-23T10:08:30Z

How to know whether your tummy ache is more serious

Standing in a muddy field at Glastonbury, Tom Dawson realised something wasn’t right. Although bowel disease wasn’t top of his mind as he watched his favourite bands, he couldn’t dismiss the urgent need to poo. In fact, he realised it was impossible to make it through a whole set without having to trudge through the mud to a bank of portaloos befor...

2024-04-24T12:45:09Z

Do Sunscreen Patches Actually Work? I Tried Them

A few months ago, I noticed what appeared to be melasma forming on the right side of my face.

2024-04-23T20:28:56Z

Tycoon's nurse daughter struck off for botched wrinkle jab at salon

The daughter of one of Scotland's richest businessmen has been struck off as a nurse after a customer at her beauty salon suffered serious complications from a cosmetic procedure.

2024-04-23T22:27:17Z

What Would Happen To A Person If They Don't Take Treatment For Tuberculosis? A Review By Doctors

Expert opinion from Shobha S Reddy MBBS, Masters in Diabetology, General Practitioner & Diabetologist · 15 years of experience · India Tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium Tuberculosis that most often affects the lungs but can also spread to other organs of the body. Tuberculosis spreads through the air from person to person. When an infected pe...

2024-04-23T19:09:39Z

Ashley Tisdale battling 'stomach flus' and 'colds' during pregnancy

Ashley Tisdale has been battling "stomach flus" and "colds" during her pregnancy. The High School Musical star told her Instagram followers that her second pregnancy hasn't been easy so far. "Let me tell you something, being sick while pregnant is no fun. Like literally, urgh, it's horrible," Ashley said in a video posted to her Instagram Stories. ...

2024-04-24T14:04:11Z

Ask A Doctor: What Would Happen To A Person If They Don't Take Treatment For Tuberculosis?

Expert opinion from Shobha S Reddy MBBS, Masters in Diabetology, General Practitioner & Diabetologist · 15 years of experience · India Tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium Tuberculosis that most often affects the lungs but can also spread to other organs of the body. Tuberculosis spreads through the air from person to person. When an infected pe...

2024-04-23T21:09:50Z

Five reasons it’s good to have a firm and shapely bottom

For most women in their 40s and 50s there has been a lifetime of wishing their bottom was smaller. “Does my bum look big in this?” became the butt of a joke for years in the late 1990s. Roll forward 20 years and the Kardashian influence has made bigger curves sought after, and what was once despised became adored. It must be frustrating for women w...

2024-04-23T15:01:45Z

Heartbreak as BBC Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball announces death of mother

Zoe Ball has revealed her mother has died following a heartbreaking cancer diagnoses as she paid tribute to her 'dear mama'.

2024-04-24T06:13:27Z

The #1 Daily Workout for Men To Lose Weight

TJ Mentus, CPT, a certified personal trainer at Garage Gym Reviews, breaks down the #1 best daily workout for men to lose weight.

2024-04-24T10:38:53Z

Harvard Health Publishing And 3 Other Doctors Answer: What Are Possible Complications Of Shin Splints?

Answered by Dr. Robert H. Shmerling M.D. Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 30 years of experience · USA In most cases, shin splints are a painful but temporary problem. An adjustment in exercise intensity (often including a period of rest) and/or a change in footwear usually leads to improvement. Ice and stretching can also help. I...

2024-04-23T09:38:26Z

Remnants of bird flu are found in grocery store milk

Samples of pasteurized milk have tested positive for remnants of avian flu , which has already felled more than 90 million birds, thousands of seals, and several cattle.

2024-04-24T12:48:52Z

Harvard Health Publishing Q&a: Polymyalgia Rheumatica

What is the prognosis for polymyalgia rheumatica? Answered by Dr. Robert H. Shmerling M.D. Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 30 years of experience · USA The prognosis for polymyalgia rheumatica is quite good. Effective treatment is available and most people with the condition improve quickly. The prognosis may be negatively affect...

2024-04-23T07:38:15Z