HEALTH

Oct 07 2024HEALTH

How Patients Can Gain Control Over Their Health Data

In today's digital age, patient data is becoming increasingly valuable in advancing medical research and personalized health care. However, the question of who owns this data remains a complex issue. Recent developments by major electronic health record software providers like Epic to allow patients

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Protecting Your Food After Storms: Safety Tips You Need to Know!

When a big storm hits, you might be surprised by the extra problems it can cause. One of them is food poisoning! So, let’s talk about how to keep your food safe during power outages. First off, keep that fridge door closed tight! Normally, your fridge should be around 40 degrees Fahrenheit or l

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

The Risk of Heart Defects in IVF Babies: A Scandinavian Study

Are you planning to have a baby through in vitro fertilization (IVF)? You might want to know about a recent study from Scandinavia. Researchers there found that babies born using assisted reproductive technologies, like IVF, had a higher risk of serious heart defects. The study looked at over 7 mill

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Oura Ring 4: A Step Up in Health Tracking, But at a Higher Cost

Ever since its launch, Oura has been known for its sleek and discreet health trackers. The latest addition to their lineup, the Oura Ring 4, is no exception. This new model promises better accuracy in tracking your sleep patterns and heart rate. But what makes it stand out? Well, apart from the impr

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Rwanda Battles Marburg: 11 Dead, No Known Source

Marburg hemorrhagic fever has taken the lives of 11 people in Rwanda, according to health officials. This deadly virus shares similar symptoms with Ebola and has infected a total of 36 individuals. The first cases were found among patients in healthcare facilities. Although the outbreak was declared

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Weekend Workouts Pack Same Health Punch as Daily Gym Trips

Want a break from hitting the gym every day? Great news! A recent study found that you can get the same health benefits by working out just a couple of days a week. The trick is to make sure you’re getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise each week, as recommended by the World H

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Another New Hampshire Resident Dies from EEE

You might have heard that another person from New Hampshire has died due to Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). This is the second death this year and the fifth human case. The person who passed away was an adult from Danville, which is close to where the first death happened in Hampstead. All these

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Chronic Pain in Kids: A Hidden Crisis

Imagine having a constant, nagging pain that never goes away. This is the reality for one in five kids and teens. We often think of chronic pain as an adult problem, but youngsters suffer just as much. The trouble is, doctors don't always know how to help them. There's a big disconnect between what

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Eggs Recalled: Salmonella Outbreak Affects Nine States

Have you heard about the recent egg recall? The FDA isn't messing around this time. They've issued a Class I recall, which means these eggs could make people seriously sick or even die. It's all because of a nasty strain of Salmonella that doesn't play nice with antibiotics. The affected egg brands

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Marburg Vaccine Testing Accelerated in Rwanda

Amidst a Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda, vaccine testing is being fast-tracked. The cAd3-Marburg vaccine, developed by NIAID and tested in phase 1 trials last year, showed promising results with no severe adverse effects. However, its practical effectiveness remains untested. Phase 2 clinical tria

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