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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

The Best Apple Watch Sleep Tracker Apps: AutoSleep Review

AutoSleep is a top-rated sleep tracker app for Apple Watch users who want detailed insights into their sleep quality. The app runs in the background while you sleep, tracking your heart rate, motion, and sleep duration without needing any manual input. It categorizes your sleep into light, deep, and

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Healthcare: What Should It Be?

Imagine if someone said you can pick only two of these: the best, right now, and cheap. Sounds tough, right? This is what happens in our healthcare system. People want great care quickly without it costing a lot. But that's not how it works. Our system has two faces - for some, it's a public good, l

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Qatar University's Healthy Campus: Putting Students at the Center

At Qatar University, a big shift is happening – focusing on health like never before. The spotlight is on students, who make up the majority of the campus community. The university wants to create a ripple effect where every student feels their best, both physically and mentally. They're planning a

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Solving America's Obesity: Lifestyle vs. Medication Debate

Two key figures in President-elect Donald Trump's circle have differing views on tackling America's obesity crisis. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , nominated for Secretary of Health and Human Services, favors lifestyle changes as the primary approach. He believes that modifying diet and exercise habits shou

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Biggest Beefs: Obesity, Bones, and Hearts in a Dance of Danger

Obesity, bone diseases, and heart issues are major global health worries. These problems seem to have a secret handshake going on, connected by common pathways and shared outcomes. Let’s dig in! Obesity loves to meddle in our health. You see, it's a sneaky risk factor for nasty heart conditions, li

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Heart Valve Fix: A Cost-Effective Choice

In Sweden, two methods are commonly used to treat severe aortic stenosis - a condition where the heart's aortic valve narrows, causing symptoms like chest pain and shortness of breath. These methods are Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (SAVR). TAVI

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Dec 18 2024CRIME

Luigi Mangione Faces Murder Charges in CEO Killing

Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old from a wealthy family, has been indicted in New York for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The indictment includes charges like first-degree murder and second-degree murder as a crime of terrorism. Mangione's lawyer said he won't fight extradition to Ne

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Dairy Cow Care: Irish Farmers Share Insights on Transition Health

Irish dairy production typically uses seasonal calving and pasture-based systems. During the dry period, cows are kept indoors and fed mostly grass silage. This setup presents unique opportunities for managing transition cows. A recent study aimed to understand disease occurrences and management pra

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

--weights drugs spark healthcare visits

These days, there's a buzz about certain weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound. A recent study by health data company Truveta found that people taking these drugs often end up seeing their doctor more. This isn't just about slimming down; it's also leading to diagnoses of other relate

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Diabetes Drug Ozempic: The Blindness Link

Did you know that a popular diabetes medicine called Ozempic might be linked to a rare but serious eye condition? Health experts in Europe are digging into this possibility after some recent studies suggested a potential connection. This eye condition, called NAION, can lead to sudden and permanent

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