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20 Mar

Type 2 Diabetics who Follow a Low-carb, Plant-Based Diet Have Lower Risk of Premature Death, Study Finds

People with type 2 diabetes who eat a low-carb diet full of plant-based foods and high-quality carbs have a significantly lower risk of dying from all causes, according to researchers.

17 Mar

Colon Cancer in Young Adults: One Woman’s Story

Tatiana was just 39 years old when she was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. Colon cancer is now on the rise in people under 45. Tatiana shares her story as a warning to others who may think colon cancer is a disease of the old.

16 Mar

Two Families Fighting to Defeat their Sons’ Rare Genetic Disorder

Ollie and Yoni are the only two in the world known to have an extremely rare genetic mutation called PSMC5. Their parents are on a mission to beat PSMC5 and other rare genetic disorders.

Cases of Dangerous Drug-Resistant Fungal Infections Are Spreading

The hit HBO series "The Last of Us" portrays a zombie apocalypse caused by a fungal infection that hijacks human brains.

Back in the real world, there’s an emerging fungal threat rampaging through the United States, a new study warns — one that doesn’t turn humans into zombies, but does endanger lives.

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Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
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March 21, 2023
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Poll Finds Many Parents Unaware of Kids' Exposure to Vaping

Four out of five U.S. parents questioned in a large poll believe their preteen and teenage kids are clear on the risks that electronic cigarettes pose, and only a few think their child actually vapes.

Still, if their child did vape, would parents know? Nearly half of more than 1,300 parents polled said they would.

The findings, exper...

Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
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March 20, 2023
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The Most Common Anxiety Disorders, Explained

Sometimes an anxiety disorder feels like worry and ruminating about lots of little and big things.

Other times it’s focused on a specific phobia, such as a fear of flying or being in social situations. It can also be expressed as intense feelings about separation from loved ones.

What’s clear is that someone experiencing anxiety...

Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
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March 20, 2023
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Anxiety Attacks: Symptoms and Calming Techniques

Anxiety attacks can seem overwhelming when you’re in the middle of one, but with the right coping tools you can come out the other side.

What is an anxiety attack?

According to the Detroit Medical Center, an anxiety attack is a stretch of time during which you experience “intense” anxiety symptoms, especially fear. It can las...

Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
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March 20, 2023
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Gerber Baby Formula Recalled Due to Bacteria Concerns

Perrigo Co., which makes Gerber Good Start SootheProTM Powdered Infant Formula, has recalled the product over concerns about contamination with a potentially dangerous bacteria.

Cronobacter sakazakii was possibly present between Jan. 2 and Jan. 18 at the company’s Gateway Eau Claire, Wisc., manufacturing facility.

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Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
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March 20, 2023
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In Rare Cases, Drug-Resistant 'Superbugs' Can Pass Between People & Their Pets

In more bad news about antibiotic resistance, new research suggests that people and their pets may be able to transmit multidrug-resistant germs to each other.

Still, cases of cross-transmission are rare and it's not clear if pets are giving germs to people or people are giving germs to their pets, the study authors noted.

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