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Health news • Apr 04

Scientists create “smart” DNA drug that targets cancer cells with extreme precision

Scientists have created a programmable drug system that can zero in on cancer cells with unprecedented accuracy. Built from synthetic DNA, it only activates...

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Health news • Apr 04

More kids are contracting new COVID variant. How to stay healthy:

SAN DIEGO — It has been a while since COVID made headlines, but there is a new variant doctors want to warn you about. The medical name is BA 3.2,...

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Health news • Apr 04

Portland shoppers avoid exposure sites amid measles outbreak

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — An increased spread of the measles in the metro area has people changing their shopping and dining habits.

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Health news • Apr 04

Warm winter weather leads to an early and severe allergy season for millions of Americans this year

Experts say climate change is contributing to longer and more intense allergy seasons, but there are effective ways to manage your symptoms and limit your...

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Health news • Apr 04

Measles could explode in Oregon in under-vaccinated areas, health officials warn

Measles is spreading more widely in Oregon than official case counts show and health officials warned Friday that the state could be on the brink of a much...

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Health news • Apr 03

Measles cases in Oregon are ticking up. Here’s what you need to know

Twenty years after the United States officially eradicated measles, the virus is taking advantage of waning vaccination rates and spreading again.

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Health news • Apr 03

Oregon health officials warn measles cases could continue to rise

According to the Oregon Health Authority, the majority of those cases are due to people being unvaccinated or having an unknown vaccination status.

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Health news • Apr 03

US Cardiologists Just Released New Guidelines That Could Transform Cholesterol Prevention Forever

New guidelines from leading cardiologists aim to reduce the risk of heart disease by promoting early cholesterol screening and proactive prevention,...

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Health news • Apr 03

What Causes Chronic Pain? Scientists Identify Key Culprit in the Brain

A newly identified brain circuit may hold the key to understanding why some pain fades while other pain lingers long after injury.

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Health news • Apr 03

Father of Two, 34, Endures Sepsis and Triple Amputation After Routine Dental Exam

A standard dental appointment preceded a devastating health crisis for a Texas father of two, ultimately resulting in septic shock and a triple amputation.

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Health news • Apr 03

Man Endures Sepsis and Triple Amputation After Routine Dental Exam

A standard dental appointment preceded a devastating health crisis for a Texas father of two, ultimately resulting in septic shock and a triple amputation.

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Health news • Apr 03

Semaglutide Shows Surprising Mental Health Benefits in Massive 100,000-Person Study

A large-scale study suggests that GLP-1 drugs could have unexpected mental health benefits, including lower risks of depression, anxiety, and substance use.

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Health news • Apr 03

2-year-old beats cancer after receiving organ donation from his aunt

A 2-year-old Ohio toddler is "thriving" after receiving a liver transplant from his aunt and ringing the bravery bell at Cleveland Clinic Children's.

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Health news • Apr 03

Recent study will cause you to rethink the 'sugar-free' labels on foods and beverages

A recent meta-analysis reveals that artificial sweeteners do not increase the risk of cancer, despite years of skepticism.

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Health news • Apr 03

Turns Out There's a Way to Get Drunk Without Booze

There's a big downside to enjoying the taste of wine, beer or spirits: if you drink too much, you're going to end up drunk. At the very least, that's likely...

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Health news • Apr 03

This Little-Known Japanese Fruit Could Help Stop Lung Cancer Before It Starts

A little-studied fruit related to the kiwiberry is drawing scientific attention for its potential to interfere with early cancer-related processes.

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Health news • Apr 03

Scientists Have Made a French Fry Breakthrough

Researchers have developed a method of making french fries that results in a healthier bite without sacrificing crispiness.

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Health news • Apr 03

OHA reports increased rate of measles in Oregon

SALEM, Ore. — Oregon has reached 13 confirmed cases of measles so far this year, state health officials said Friday, likely putting the state on track to...

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Health news • Apr 03

Tag : Record Number of Flea-Borne Typhus Cases Reported in L.A. County

Los Angeles County is experiencing its highest-ever number of flea-borne typhus infections, with health officials reporting 220 cases so far in 2025,...

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Health news • Apr 03

Bug that causes 'fatal diarrhea' rocks US state as bacteria found in water - and it's deadlier than norovirus

A HIGHLY infectious virus that can cause fatal bouts of diarrhea has started to spread in a US state - and it's deadlier than norovirus. The...

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