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Health news • Mar 27

The early signs of Alzheimer’s often go undetected. These Mass. researchers want to use AI to change that.

Helping more people get diagnosed earlier could be a significant step forward in the fight against the dreaded disease.

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Health news • Mar 27

Endometriosis awareness month encourages women to seek help for severe period pain

March is Endometriosis Month, a campaign to encourage women to seek help if they suspect their monthly periods are not normal and to help others with the...

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Health news • Mar 27

‘Buckle up’: Allergy season hitting early — and hard — in Utah

RIVERTON, Utah — The sneezing, the coughing, the watery eyes — all signs of those pesky spring allergies. “If it's bad right now, it's probably seasonal...

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Health news • Mar 27

Measles Comes to Multnomah County

Someone got measles in Multnomah County, health officials said Thursday, the first case of the airborne virus announced here this year.

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Health news • Mar 27

Oral Alternative to Ozempic May Be Even More Effective For Weight Loss

A new type of daily pill has proven more effective for weight loss and blood sugar control than its currently available counterparts, according to a recent...

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Health news • Mar 27

Caffeine May Reverse Memory Loss From Lack of Sleep, Study Suggests

Many of us enjoy a cup of coffee as an early morning pick-me-up, but caffeine's powers could extend far beyond an alertness boost.

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Health news • Mar 27

J. Michael Bishop, Nobel Prize Winner for Cancer Research, Dies at 90

J. Michael Bishop, who shared a Nobel Prize for the discovery of cancer-causing genes and would go on to become the eighth chancellor of the University of...

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Health news • Mar 27

Experts Say This Is the Number-1 Natural Sweetener to Use to Avoid Blood Sugar Spikes

A dietitian and doctor share the number-one sweetener they say won't spike blood sugar. Here, find out what to add to your routine for better levels.

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Health news • Mar 27

Measles Contracted From Gresham Exposure

Multnomah County public health officials have confirmed one case of measles linked to the March 7 exposure at the Gresham WinCo.

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Health news • Mar 27

The Surprising Supplement That Could Help with Your Arthritis Pain, According to a New Study

A new study finds inulin, a prebiotic fiber supplement, may help reduce arthritis pain. Learn about benefits and considerations for osteoarthritis pain...

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Health news • Mar 27

Measles case confirmed in Multnomah County linked to Gresham WinCo exposure

Multnomah County health officials are investigating one confirmed case of measles linked to a known exposure site at a WinCo grocery store in Gresham.

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Health news • Mar 27

Vitamin D Shows Promise in Resetting Immune System in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

New research suggests that vitamin D supplements can reshape how the immune system responds to gut bacteria in patients with inflammatory bowel disease,...

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Health news • Mar 27

Multnomah County identifies measles case in connection to Gresham exposure site

An individual exposed to measles at a Portland-area grocer has since tested positive for the virus, officials have reported. On Thursday, the Multnomah...

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Health news • Mar 27

Excessive smartphone habits tied to emotional dysregulation in the brain

Young adults who struggle to manage their smartphone habits display altered brain connectivity patterns related to emotional processing and self-control.

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Health news • Mar 26

Too many meds in old age? Cutting back could be safe

India News: NEW DELHI: For many elderly people, a typical day begins with a handful of pills - for blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol and heart disease.

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Health news • Mar 26

Multnomah County’s first measles case of the year tied to grocery store exposure

Health officials say they believe the case is part of an outbreak involving three or more linked cases.

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Health news • Mar 26

Researchers Say This One Daily Supplement Could Slow the Aging Process

A new study has found that taking a certain supplement could help slow down the aging process. Here's everything you need to know.

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Health news • Mar 26

They Went on Ozempic—and Gave Up on Life

Weight-loss drugs kill your desire to eat—but can they also stop you from wanting to do anything at all?

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Health news • Mar 26

Vitamin D supplements may shift immune responses to gut bacteria in IBD

Vitamin D supplementation may help shape how the immune system responds to gut bacteria in people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a Mayo...

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Health news • Mar 26

All Eyes On Women’s Health For EndoMarch

Specialists put the focus on endometriosis and pelvic pain this week for EndoMarch, an awareness campaign bringing attention to the often-overlooked...

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