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Health news • Apr 01

Measles exposure reported at Portland hospital ER

People who visited Providence Portland Medical Center late Monday may have been exposed to measles, state and county health officials said.

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Health news • Apr 01

New heart health guidelines at odds with MAHA food pyramid: Which should you follow?

(NEXSTAR) – New guidance released by the American Heart Association this week outlines nine key tenets of a heart-healthy diet, several of which contradict...

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Health news • Apr 01

Virus-inspired DNA needle could pave the way for better medicines

Researchers at Aarhus University have developed a microscopic DNA needle that can deliver molecules directly into cells—and, crucially, help make sure they...

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Health news • Apr 01

Measles exposure confirmed at NE Portland emergency room

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Oregon Health Authority is cautioning the public after a measles exposure location was confirmed at Providence Medical Center in...

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Health news • Apr 01

Why spring allergies are making you sneeze

An allergy is the body's immune system's reaction from typically harmless things like pet dander, food, or pollen, according to Dinesh Agnihotri,...

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Health news • Apr 01

Health officials warn of measles exposure at Providence ER waiting room in NE Portland

The Oregon Health Authority identified a new location where people may have been exposed to measles in Multnomah County on Monday, officials said on...

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Health news • Apr 01

Health officials confirm another measles exposure site at Multnomah County ER waiting room

PORTLAND, Ore. — A new measles exposure site has been confirmed at a Portland hospital's emergency waiting room. Officials from Multnomah County and the...

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Health news • Apr 01

Hospital Measles Exposure

The Oregon Health Authority is warning about a measles exposure at Providence Portland Medical Center's emergency department on Monday night.

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Health news • Apr 01

C.D.C. Pauses Testing for Rabies and Pox Viruses

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has temporarily paused testing for rabies and pox viruses, the family of viruses that includes smallpox and...

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Health news • Apr 01

'Don’t overly worry': Ohio doctor weighs in on new ‘cicada’ COVID-19 variant

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A newly detected COVID-19 variant, known as the “cicada” strain, has been identified in at least 25 states, including Ohio, but doctors say...

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Health news • Apr 01

Less meat, more plants: top US heart body’s diet advice at odds with Maha

American Heart Association bucks Trump administration line to suggest prioritizing plant-based protein over meat.

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Health news • Apr 01

This One Vitamin May Help Protect Your Brain From Dementia Years Later

Vitamin D in midlife might quietly shape your brain's future—potentially lowering dementia risk years down the line.

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Health news • Apr 01

On a GLP-1? This Is the Workout Plan That Helps You Keep Muscle

You're not imagining it: GLP-1 receptor agonist medications–like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound—really are that ubiquitous. Nearly one in five American...

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Health news • Apr 01

On Thursday’s show: Coping with seasonal allergies

As temperatures rise and plants bloom, we ask Jacksonville's chief health officer about local pollen counts and how to manage seasonal symptoms.

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Health news • Apr 01

Scientists Tracked Coffee Drinkers for Dementia Risk Over 43 years. Here’s What They Found

There's long been debate as to whether coffee is good for you. But this new study suggests that caffeinated coffee, as well as caffeinated tea,...

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Health news • Apr 01

What to Eat for Better Heart Health, According to New Guidelines

The American Heart Association updates its advice for what to eat to maintain a healthy heart.

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Health news • Apr 01

5 Drinks That Can Help You Fall Asleep Faster, According to Experts

Experts share the best drinks to have before bed, from cherry juice to milk, which promote relaxation and improve sleep quality naturally.

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Health news • Apr 01

Valneva CEO on Pfizer-partnered Lyme vaccine: Why a phase 3 miss doesn’t tell the whole story

Despite a phase 3 miss and a difficult regulatory environment, Valneva and Pfizer remain hopeful about scoring an approval for their Lyme disease shot.

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Health news • Apr 01

MAP: ‘Cicada’ COVID variant detected in these states

A COVID-19 variant with a catchy nickname is causing concern, despite making up a small fraction of current cases.

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Health news • Apr 01

New Guidelines For Cholesterol Released: What To Know

For the first time since 2018, the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association have released updated clinical guidance on how to...

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