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Aug 20 2025HEALTH

Shrimp Scare: Walmart Pulls Frozen Seafood from Shelves

Walmart has taken a big step to ensure customer safety by recalling certain frozen shrimp from stores in 13 states. The reason? Potential radioactive contamination. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found traces of Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope, in some shrimp imported from Indonesia. Th

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Aug 20 2025HEALTH

How Sickness Might Stir Up Old Cancer

Cancer can hide in the body for years, like a silent sleeper. Now, scientists have found that catching the flu or COVID-19 might wake these sleeping cancer cells up. This isn't just about feeling sick for a while. It's about how these viruses can cause trouble long after you're better. Researchers

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Aug 20 2025HEALTH

What Kids Eat Might Affect Their Vision

Kids' diets might play a role in their eye health. A recent study looked at over 1, 000 children in Hong Kong. It found that kids who ate more omega-3 fatty acids had a lower chance of becoming short-sighted. Omega-3s are found in fish and other foods. The study showed that kids with the highest om

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Aug 20 2025HEALTH

Kids and COVID Shots: What's the Best Move?

There's a big debate going on about whether young kids should get COVID shots. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says yes, especially for kids between 6 months and 2 years old. They think these kids are more likely to get really sick from COVID. But not everyone agrees. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

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Aug 20 2025FINANCE

Hims & Hers Health: Investors Have a Chance to Seek Justice

Investors who bought shares of Hims & Hers Health between April 29, 2025, and June 23, 2025, have until August 25, 2025, to take part in a class action lawsuit. This deadline is crucial for those who want to recover losses from the company's alleged missteps. The legal action centers on claims that

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Aug 19 2025HEALTH

Somalia's Health Crisis: Diphtheria Spreads as Vaccines Run Low

Somalia is grappling with a serious diphtheria outbreak. Over 1, 600 cases and 87 deaths have been reported this year alone. This is a big jump from last year's numbers. The situation is made worse by a lack of vaccines and cuts in foreign aid. Diphtheria is a serious illness. It causes swollen gla

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Aug 17 2025HEALTH

Barbara Palvin's Journey to Health: A Story of Strength and Awareness

Barbara Palvin, a well-known supermodel, recently shared a personal health journey with her followers. She revealed that she had been dealing with severe period pain for years, but she thought it was normal. It turns out, she had a condition called endometriosis. Endometriosis is a condition where

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Aug 17 2025HEALTH

Guns in Movies and Games: A Hidden Influence on Young Lives

The U. S. stands out for its rising death rates among young people. A big part of this problem is gun injuries. But what if the way guns are shown in movies, TV, and video games is making things worse? Think about it. Young people see guns used in exciting ways in entertainment. This might make gun

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Aug 17 2025HEALTH

Chilly Dips for a Brighter Brain: What Science Says

Ever wondered why some people swear by cold showers? It's not just about toughness; it's about brainpower. Diving into cold water can actually give your mind a serious upgrade. Experts, like neuroscientist Andrew Huberman, have studied this and found that cold water triggers a dopamine release in th

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Aug 16 2025HEALTH

Sending Cash via Phone to Help Moms and Babies in Madagascar

In many places with limited resources, paying for pregnancy and childbirth care is a big challenge. Mobile phones are becoming more common, so using mobile money could be a smart way to tackle this issue. Pregnancy and childbirth happen at predictable times and have known costs. This makes them a go

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