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Health

I had to Google giardiasis to get it treated after months of ineffective antibiotics and persistent, severe stomach issues, leading me to a proper diagnosis.

"I will say the past month now, he's been in and out of the hospital. The first game this year he couldn't come to because he was in the hospital, the second we had to use a walker since he couldn't get around well."

Pressure injuries, previously known as pressure sores or bed sores, occur when prolonged pressure cuts off the blood supply to the skin and tissue.

Xuewu Liu, a Chinese inventor with no medical credentials, charges cancer patients $20,000 for access to an AI-driven treatment involving chlorine dioxide, a toxic bleach.

Sacha Baron Cohen transformed his physique for the role of Marvel's Mephisto, dedicating intense effort over three weeks to achieve a ripped body. He trained with Alfonso Moretti, focusing on short workouts, a high-fiber protein diet, and performing 100 push-ups daily.

Tech neck is a posture problem that forms when you spend long hours hunched over a phone, tablet, or laptop with your head tilted forward.

A hernia is a hole in the abdominal wall, resulting in tissue protrusion, commonly fat or intestine, creating bulges in weaker areas.

Since COVID, anti-science conspiracy theories on social media have increased, especially against sunscreen, which is essential for skin cancer prevention, including melanoma.

Between 2022 and 2025, there was a dramatic decline in the presence of medical disclaimers in outputs from large language models (LLMs) and vision-language models (VLMs). In 2022, more than a quarter of LLM outputs - 26.3% - included some form of medical disclaimer. By 2025, that number had plummeted to just under 1%.

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is a method that restricts venous blood flow while allowing arterial inflow, enabling effective muscle stimulation with lighter weights.

"I do quite a lot of amputations and the one thing that kept going around in my mind was power tools because you use power tools. The thought of power tools being used on me was icky. It was really weird."

Skin Laundry revolutionizes skincare with non-invasive, 15-minute laser facials that effectively treat underlying skin issues while ensuring zero downtime and suitable for all skin tones.

Researchers from Duke University discovered that MRI brain imaging during midlife can accurately determine the pace of biological aging, predicting health outcomes later in life.

Sister Pat Farrell, at age 72, showcased her strength and faith by competing in her first powerlifting contest, earning a medal for her impressive lifts.

Normal pressure hydrocephalus is a condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain's ventricles, typically affecting balance and gait, cognitive function and bladder control.

"I had no face after the accident. The injuries were extensive, I wasn't aware of them at the time, I was just aware of my face crumbling."

When you can't use your voice, it is very, very frustrating. Other people project what they think your personality is. I have silently screamed and screamed at there being no scream.

Arlington has been named the fittest city in the country by the 2025 Fitness Index for the eighth consecutive year, highlighting its top rankings in both Personal Health and Community + Environment.

Tobias suffered some right-sided upper abdominal pain during the final climb today. He made it to the finish, where he was seen immediately by race doctors and given oxygen.

A new wireless device for breastfeeding mothers measures milk intake, easing anxiety about infant feeding and addressing critical concerns about ensuring adequate milk consumption.

Modern professional dyes allow for vibrant, long-lasting results without causing excessive dryness, breakage, or irritation. Ammonia-free formulas or low-ammonia blends are significantly gentler.

Working into later years can significantly contribute to better health outcomes. Research supports the notion that staying engaged in professional activities enhances cognitive functions and emotional well-being.

The more cigarette filter fibers the nests had, the fewer parasites they harbored, probably because nicotine repels bugs.

Whenever I need to make something happen in a hard workout, like run 400 meters in 65 seconds after an hour of exercise, I suddenly have zero regard for my ears.

Chemicals commonly found in everyday products like air fresheners and perfumes can trigger debilitating reactions in many individuals, leading to significant suffering and medical challenges.

"Espousing the importance of a balanced diet, Abriana Cain, a pediatric dietitian, emphasizes that while protein is crucial, excessive intake can lead to health issues."

Eight children in the United Kingdom are living healthy lives potentially due to a ground-breaking reproductive procedure using mitochondrial donation to prevent inherited diseases.

Medicare supplemental plans are essential. Since enrolling in Medicare at the age of 65, my mom opted for a Medigap (Medicare Supplement Insurance) plan instead of a Medicare Advantage plan, and that decision proved vital.

Some kidney donors might welcome knowing who they're giving it to. That's part of what they're looking for. But I wanted to be anonymous. I wanted it to be a freely given gift with no expectation of a thank you.

Incorporating hip flexor stretches, glute activation, thoracic spine mobility, and posterior chain mobility into a routine can significantly improve overall health for desk workers.

Kimme Hyrich explains that the sound of knuckle cracking comes from bubbles forming and bursting in the joint fluid when the space temporarily enlarges.

For Terry Pirovolakis, the diagnosis of his son Michael's condition, spastic paraplegia 50, was a transformative moment that propelled him into biotech and entrepreneurial endeavors.

Ovarian aging begins in women's late thirties, marked by multinucleated giant cells (MNGCs) that form in response to cellular debris accumulation due to ovarian dynamics.

The building's most prominent feature, a sharply angled front entry, evokes local limestone bluff shelters, combining a sloped glass facade with a satin-finished brass soffit and a massive precast concrete wall.

Older animals with low vitamin D had more fat in the liver - The study looked at 22-month-old mice, roughly the equivalent of humans in their 70s, compared with younger adult mice. Older mice with lower vitamin D levels had much higher fat accumulation in their livers, while those given high-dose vitamin D3 (20,000 IU/kg) saw marked improvement. Liver fat decreased, liver weight normalized and inflammation dropped significantly.

If you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated. This rule of thumb is vital for hiking or spending time at the beach during hot weather.

Both of those are awful options. I'd rather you [throw the contacts out] and just walk around a little bit blurry for the weekend.

Under new rules being rolled out by the Central Bank as part of its revised Consumer Protection Code, consumers will no longer have their policies for pet insurance, travel insurance, gadget insurance or dental insurance automatically renewed unless they have provided their consent in advance.

A 61-year-old man wearing a large metallic chain was pulled into a Magnetic Resonance Imaging machine, resulting in fatal injuries after a medical episode.