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Oct 31 2024SPORTS

Boxing Expert Warns: Tyson vs. Paul Match Might Hide Health Risks

A well-known boxing expert, Conte, has some serious worries about the upcoming Tyson vs. Paul fight. He's not just talking about who'll win or lose, but something way more important - the health of the fighters. Conte thinks the focus on making the fight entertaining might be hiding some real health

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Oct 31 2024SPORTS

Boxing Champ Seniesa Estrada Retires at 32: Mental Health Struggles Revealed

Recently, women's undisputed minimumweight champion Seniesa Estrada announced her retirement from boxing at just 32 years old. This comes as a surprise to many, especially since she had recently won the undisputed title in March. Estrada, who hails from Los Angeles, opened up about the mental strain

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Oct 31 2024HEALTH

Doctors Concealing Study Results: Puberty Blockers Aren't the Answer

A $10 million study funded by taxpayers looked at 95 gender-distressed kids, aged 11 on average, who were given puberty blockers starting in 2015. These drugs delay changes like breast growth in girls and voice deepening in boys. The study found no mental health benefits for these kids. Dr. Johanna

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Oct 31 2024HEALTH

Ride-Hailing to the Rescue: How Uber and Lyft Are Helping Patients Reach Care

In the world of healthcare, getting to and from appointments can be a struggle. This is especially true for those living in rural areas or dealing with serious health issues. Enter ride-hailing giants Uber and Lyft, which have stepped in to help. These apps aren't just for everyday commuting anymore

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Oct 31 2024CRIME

Ex-Outcome Health Analyst Sentenced to Probation for Fraud Scheme

Kathryn Choi, a former analyst at Outcome Health, has been sentenced to three years of probation and 200 hours of community service. This comes after she admitted her role in a massive fraud scheme at the Chicago-based company. Prosecutors claim the scheme, worth over $1 billion, involved lying abou

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Oct 31 2024HEALTH

Tuberculosis On the Rise: A Global Concern

You might be wondering why tuberculosis (TB) is making headlines again. Well, last year, the number of new TB cases hit an all-time high since 1995, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Let's break it down. Imagine a world map. Now, think about 8. 2 million new TB cases spread across i

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Oct 31 2024CELEBRITIES

Teri Garr's Health Journey: From MS to Aneurysm

Teri Garr, known for her comedic roles, recently passed away at the age of 79. Her cause of death was linked to complications from multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease she lived with for many years. MS affects the brain and spinal cord, causing communication issues between the brain and body. Women ar

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Republicans Promise Health Care Revamp if Trump Returns

House Speaker Mike Johnson has sparked conversations by promising a deep overhaul of the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, if Republicans win the election. Addressing supporters at a GOP event in Pennsylvania, Johnson wore a jacket emblazoned with both Trump's and Vice President-cand

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Oct 31 2024ENVIRONMENT

A Pastor's Farm: From Health to Climate Activism

Rev. Richard Joyner didn't always see himself as a farmer. Growing up in rural North Carolina, he watched his father, a talented sharecropper, get cheated by landowners. This left a bad taste. After joining the army and becoming a chaplain, Joyner took over a small church in Conetoe, a town with no

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Oct 31 2024HEALTH

Sleeping Through Election Stress

Election season can be tough on your sleep. You might even hear it called "electsomnia" – a fancy term for election-related insomnia. Sleep specialist Michelle Drerup from the Cleveland Clinic has noticed more people struggling with this issue. It's not just about falling asleep; it's also about sta

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