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15 Surprisingly Healthy Foods: Some foods that seem like guilty pleasures can be good for you. Maybe it’s time to rethink what’s on your menu ...
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Quick Glance: Discovering Healthy Foods: Surprising Insights
- Pasta: Low in fat and salt, keeps you full longer. Avoid rich sauces.
- Red Meat: Lean cuts are rich in nutrients and can lower LDL.
- Popcorn: Whole grain with fiber and antioxidants, watch salt and butter.
- Honey: Rich in antioxidants, promotes healthy gut bacteria.
A Visual Guide to Sciatica: Get rid of that pain in your rear! WebMD's slideshow on sciatica explains the symptoms, causes, and treatments for this nagging lower ...
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Climate change is bringing malaria to new areas. In Africa, it never left: When cases of locally transmitted malaria were found in the United States last year ...
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Quick Glance: Combatting Malaria: Challenges and Solutions
- Progress in reducing malaria has stalled in recent years, especially in African regions. Pregnant women, young children, and other vulnerable groups continue to have limited access to malaria services.
- Infants and young children are disproportionately affected by malaria, especially in poorer households in sub-Saharan Africa. Pregnant women are at increased risk of malaria due to immunity loss.
- Refugees, migrants, and indigenous peoples are also at higher risk of malaria and often lack access to necessary services.
- Climate change and humanitarian emergencies contribute to making vulnerable populations more susceptible to malaria. Measures like combating discrimination and integrating malaria control interventions into universal health coverage can help achieve a malaria-free world.
Merck raises 2024 profit forecast on surging sales of cancer drug Keytruda: Merck & Co on Thursday raised its annual profit and revenue forecasts on the back of ...
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Quick Glance: Merck boosts 2024 profit outlook due to Keytruda sales
- Merck & Co. raises annual profit and revenue forecasts based on double-digit growth for the blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda.
- Sales for 2024 are estimated to be between $63.1 billion and $64.3 billion, an increase from the previous forecast.
- Keytruda recorded $6.95 billion in sales in the first quarter, a 20% increase from the previous year.
- Merck also saw strong growth with its vaccine Gardasil, the drug Vaxneuvance, and a successful acquisition of Harpoon Therapeutics in the first quarter of 2024.
Regeneron to collaborate on gene editing therapies with Doudna-founded Mammoth: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and Mammoth Biosciences will collaborate to research ...
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While food can’t cure what ails you, certain ones have the power to help symptoms and give your body a boost. Learn about some healing foods:
Healing Foods: Upset stomach? Feel a cold coming on? Before you reach into your medicine cabinet, try reaching into your fridge or pantry ...
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What to Eat After an IBD Flare-Up: An ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease flare-up can leave you without much of an appetite. WebMD covers what you can eat to ...
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Lymphoma Clinic: Spotlight on Bispecific Antibodies for the Oncology Nursing Team_789192
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Cataract Surgery Tricky for Those With Past Radial Keratotomy: The surgery, known as RK, was considered a successful tool for correcting vision ...
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Lori and George Schappell, Long-Surviving Conjoined Twins, Die at 62: They were distinct people who pursued different lives. “Get past this already, everybody ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/health/lori-george-schappell-dead.html
Health Benefits of Ginger: Ginger can do much more than spice up your supper. Find out all the ways this superfood boosts health.
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LIVE with @DrTedros: Royal Academy of Medicine and Surgery Murcia Award Ceremony: World Health Organization (WHO) Live on X (Twitter)
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Prince William shares Charlotte's favourite joke during school visit: The Prince of Wales dropped in to St Michael's Church of England High School in Rowley ...
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Joel Breman, Who Helped Stop an Ebola Outbreak in Africa, Dies at 87: Part of a team flown in to fight the deadly virus in 1976, Dr. Breman also worked to stamp ...
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Simple smells like lavender, chamomile, and rosewater may help calm you. They come from concentrated oils you can breathe in or rub on your skin.
Natural Ways to Calm Your Anxiety: We all get anxious sometimes. WebMD shows you a few ways you can try to manage it without a prescription.
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Sanofi profit slips on generic competition and currency effects: Sanofi's first-quarter operating income fell 14.7% as currency effects and cheap competition to ...
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Quick Glance: Sanofi Struggles with Profit Decline due to Competition and Currency Effects
- In the first quarter, Sanofi's operating income decreased by 14.7%, primarily due to currency effects and competitive pressures on their multiple sclerosis drug Aubagio, despite the increase in sales of the anti-inflammatory drug Dupixent.
- The company emphasized the forecast that adjusted earnings per share (EPS) for 2024 are expected to decrease by a low single-digit percentage, excluding currency fluctuations.
- During a media briefing, Finance chief Francois-Xavier Roger highlighted the impact of the decline in the Argentine Peso on first-quarter international sales.
- Since unexpectedly abandoning the 2025 margin targets last October under a plan to boost spending on drug development, CEO Paul Hudson has been working to restore investor confidence in the company's drug pipeline.
Readers share how they dealt with their cancer diagnoses: A recent ABC News feature about how to share news of cancer diagnoses prompted some of our readers to ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/readers-share-how-they-dealt-with-their-cancer-diagnoses/103661630
Cholesterol Experts Say Everyone Needs a Little-Known Blood Test: Getting a standard cholesterol screening may soon involve one more blood test that has been ...
webmd.com/cholesterol-management/news/20240425/cholesterol-experts-say-everyone-needs-a-little-known
Did you know that sitting for too long could lead to varicose veins? Other reasons why sitting is bad for your health:
Why Sitting Too Much Is Bad for Your Health: Sit all day at the office? You might want to rethink that. Long hours in the chair are bad for your health ...
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AstraZeneca leaps after smashing first-quarter forecasts: AstraZeneca sailed past market expectations for quarterly revenue and profit on Thursday ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/astrazeneca-beats-first-quarter-revenue-profit-estimates-2024-04-25/
Antidepressants: What to Know About Uses and Side Effects: Facts and common misconceptions about some of America’s most widely used drugs.
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/well/mind/antidepressants-side-effects-anxiety-stress.html
New treatment keeps late-stage cancer patients alive for up to three years: Trials show patients can live far longer by removing tumours then swishing the ...
telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/04/24/new-treatment-late-stage-cancer-patient-alive-three-years/
Deborah James’s family urge political parties to commit to long-term cancer plan: Dame Deborah died in June 2022 at the age of 40, five years after she was ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-25/deborah-jamess-family-urge-political-parties-to-commit-to-long-term-cancer-plan
Esophageal cancer — know the signs and reduce your risk: April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this good time to learn the signs and risk ...
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Just one week left in our Spring Challenge! Any gift you make today can have double the impact on cancer research and care at Mayo Clinic ... Show more #MayoClinic
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Celiac Disease: No-Biopsy Diagnosis Appears Effective in Select Adult Patients: Growing evidence suggests invasive procedures may not be needed to confirm a ...
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Could a Calorie-Restricted Diet or Fasting Help You Live Longer?: Calorie restriction and intermittent fasting both increase longevity in animals ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/well/eat/calorie-restriction-fasting-longevity.html
Jan Josef Liefers on #closing everything and Corona policy: “They all act as if nothing had happened”
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2 military horses that broke free and ran loose across London are in serious condition
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/2-military-horses-broke-free-ran-loose-london-109615585
Sleep training: Life preserver for parents or "symptom of capitalism"?: The raging debate over how to juggle kids and work.
npr.org/sections/money/2024/04/23/1245852236/sleep-training-life-preserver-for-parents-or-symptom-of-capitalism
'Very unwell' King Charles' funeral plans reportedly being updated amid cancer battle: 'It's not good'
pagesix.com/2024/04/25/royal-family/king-charles-funeral-plans-being-updated-amid-cancer-battle/
Why You Should Add Some Sprints Into Your Workout: Running all out, at least for short distances, can be a great way to level up your workout routine.
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/well/move/sprints-running-workout.html
The popularity of #pickleball has exploded in the last few years, and according to a recent report, so have injuries attributed to the relatively new sport ... Show more newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mayo-clinic-minute-pickleball-injuries-and-prevention/
Don’t Let Loneliness Harm Your Health: Loneliness: It’s not about simply being alone. It’s when you feel unable to connect in a meaningful way with people in ...
webmd.com/balance/ss/slideshow-loneliness-health-effects
Simple smells like lavender, chamomile, and rosewater may help calm you. They come from concentrated oils you can breathe in or rub on your skin.
Natural Ways to Calm Your Anxiety: We all get anxious sometimes. WebMD shows you a few ways you can try to manage it without a prescription.
webmd.com/anxiety-panic/ss/slideshow-natural-manage-anxiety
Quick Glance: Natural Methods to Ease Anxiety
- Anxiety is a part of life, but there are ways to calm it down. Regular exercise, time outdoors, gardening, sex, meditation, yoga, acupuncture, aromatherapy, massage, biofeedback, getting enough sleep, and limiting alcohol intake can all help. Setting priorities and keeping a journal are additional proven methods to manage anxiety.
- Regular exercise alleviates anxiety and reduces its occurrence. Spending time in nature lowers blood pressure and decreases stress hormones. Gardening promotes the release of mood-boosting chemicals. A healthy sex life can reduce the body's stress response.
- Meditation and yoga aid in improving concentration and lowering heart rate. Acupuncture, aromatherapy, and massage can promote relaxation. Biofeedback and adequate sleep are also crucial factors in coping with anxiety.
- Limiting alcohol consumption, setting priorities, and keeping a journal can help identify patterns and triggers for anxiety. By utilizing these natural methods, anxiety can be better controlled and managed.
Warwickshire Traitors star pregnant after seven miscarriages: Series two contestant Charlotte Chilton has called her pregnancy a "miracle".
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Are Acrylic Nails Bad for Your Nails and Skin?: Acrylic nail damage can include fungal infections, allergic reactions and weakened nails ...
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McKinsey Is Under Criminal Investigation for Its Opioid Work: Federal prosecutors are examining the consulting company’s role in helping “turbocharge” the sale ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/business/mckinsey-criminal-investigation.html
Quick Glance: Investigation against McKinsey in the US over involvement in the opioid industry
- A grand jury was established to examine evidence related to consulting for pharmaceutical companies involved in the addiction epidemic.
- McKinsey is under a criminal investigation in the US for its involvement with opioid manufacturers.
- Furthermore, federal prosecutors are looking into whether the company impeded justice through its actions as concerns about its work grew.
- According to a source, the US Department of Justice has been scrutinizing McKinsey's activities for several years, with a grand jury now set up in Virginia to review evidence.
Military horses that broke free in London in serious condition: A U.K. government official says two riderless military horses that bolted and ran miles through ...
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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
UK: Child alcohol use tops global chart: WHO report : Study by World Health Organization shows more than half of children in Britain had drunk alcohol by age 13 ...
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What to Know About Babesiosis, a Tick-Borne Disease That's on the Rise: Babesiosis is a parasitic illness spread by the same blacklegged ticks that spread Lyme ...
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Quick Glance: Understanding Babesiosis: On the Rise
- Babesiosis is a tick-borne disease that follows Lyme in commonality and is increasing.
- The disease is transmitted by Babesia microti parasites and can lead to anemia and other symptoms.
- While cases are on the rise, they are still rare, but the CDC recommends screening blood donations in specific states as the disease is endemic.
- The spread of babesiosis is linked to various factors, including deer and mice populations aiding tick transmission.
Biosimilars 102: Interchangeability, Extrapolation, and Immunogenicity -- A Regulatory Process Primer
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Sweet Spot: How Much Sugar Is OK To Eat Per Day?: Less than 10% of your daily calories should come from added sugar. A diet high in sugar increases your risk of ...
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Acid Reflux Drugs Linked to Increased Risk of Migraines : A new study strongly links usage of acid reflux treatments with an increased risk of experiencing ...
webmd.com/heartburn-gerd/news/20240425/acid-reflux-drugs-increased-risk-migraines
Prioritize dark leafy greens and other vegetables: Choose some dark leafy greens when making a salad and consider adding a vegetable at every meal. #HarvardHealth #TipoftheDay
Sugar-sweetened beverages are a big source of added sugars for Americans.
What Too Much Sugar Does to Your Body: The bitter truth: How too much sugar can harm your physical and mental health. Find out with the help of WebMD's ...
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It's #WorldImmunizationWeek #Immunization is one of humanity's greatest achievements helping to eradicate smallpox and save at least 3 million lives a year.
And you’re part of it ... Show more
For roughly a third of people with epilepsy, medication does not control their seizures. Depending on where those seizures originate in the brain ... Show more newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mayo-clinic-minute-using-lasers-on-the-brain-to-treat-seizures/
LIVE: Media briefing on #WorldImmunizationWeek and other global health issues with @DrTedros
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Baltimore region receives mixed reviews in air quality report: An annual report reveals improvements and challenges in Baltimore's air quality.
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Surprising Reasons Why You’re Gassy: Everyone has some gas. But you might have more than usual because of these things. See what the culprits are.
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US requires bird flu tests for dairy cattle moving between states: The U.S. government will require dairy cattle moving between states to be tested for bird flu ...
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Men fit for military service should return: Kiev no longer gives passports to Ukrainians abroad
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Optimizing the Use of Second-Generation Antiandrogens in Prostate Cancer : Dr. Matthew Rettig discusses how to optimize the use of second-generation ...
medscape.org/viewarticle/999300
Global consortium to study Pick’s disease, rare form of early-onset dementia: Researchers at Mayo Clinic in Florida are teaming with collaborators worldwide to ...
newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/global-consortium-to-study-picks-disease-rare-form-of-early-onset-dementia/
This is Eira. She tragically passed away at just five months old, hours after being taken to hospital.
Her mother, Rachel ... Show more www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/health/devastation-five-month-old-baby-29056439
The Fat You Can’t See Can Be Most Dangerous to Your Health: A little visceral fat is helpful. It cushions your heart, lungs, and the organs in your gut. Too much ...
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Colombia becomes first country to restrict US beef due to bird flu in dairy cows: Colombia has restricted the import of beef and beef products coming from U.S ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/colombia-becomes-first-country-restrict-us-beef-due-bird-flu-dairy-cows-2024-04-25/
Did you know that sitting for too long could lead to varicose veins? Other reasons why sitting is bad for your health:
Why Sitting Too Much Is Bad for Your Health: Sit all day at the office? You might want to rethink that. Long hours in the chair are bad for your health ...
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Quick Glance: Dangers of Excessive Sitting
- Prolonged sitting is linked to heart diseases, diabetes, and premature death.
- Studies indicate that prolonged sitting is associated with health issues such as dementia and cancer.
- Exercise and taking regular breaks from sitting are crucial for health.
- Experts recommend ergonomic adjustments for prolonged sitting to minimize risks like deep vein thrombosis.
Two million Britons suffer long COVID symptoms, survey shows: Two million people across England and Scotland are still suffering from long COVID symptoms ...
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Experts don't totally understand the link between gum disease and heart disease. But studies suggest that bleeding, swollen ... Show more
12 Surprising Clues of Heart Disease: Discover with WebMD's slideshow some unexpected symptoms that could signal heart trouble. Often ...
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Death of Aoife Johnston (16) at UHL ruled medical misadventure by coroner : A verdict of death by medical misadventure was returned for Clare teen Aoife Johnston ...
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Molina Healthcare beats profit estimates aided by higher premiums: Molina Healthcare beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter earnings on Wednesday ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/molina-healthcare-beats-profit-estimates-aided-by-higher-premiums-2024-04-24/
Ministries of Culture despair of TikTok: Completely lost: A call for a “rape day” made the rounds on TikTok. The Berlin Senator for Education warned schools ...
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Crystal Palace woman in despair over mystery urine infection: Bianca Padurariu is fundraising for private treatment after being left unhappy with the NHS.
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The 3.5 Percent Inflation Plateau: Prices have been rising faster than expected for the past three months. What’s going on?
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/04/inflation-above-fed-target/678174/
Remnants of bird flu virus found in pasteurized milk, FDA says: U.S. health officials say samples of pasteurized milk have tested positive for remnants of the ...
apnews.com/article/bird-flu-milk-virus-pasteurization-c7eef7b46b08961c1965a0eb30932b3a
Makkah medical team saves Pakistani pilgrim after severe heart attack while performing Umrah
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Horses Run Loose Through Central London in Surreal Spectacle: A number of runaway army horses galloped through London on Wednesday morning ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/europe/horses-loose-london.html
Australia’s new national cancer plan is brimming with good ideas – here are my top three picks
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Pet Shop Boys know the secret to staying cool, four decades in: Forty years and 50 million record sales after the Pet Shop Boys rose to fame with “West End Girls ...
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Stage for Xavier Naidoo: Is Oliver Pocher now completely on the bike?: Since his separation from his wife Amira, Oliver Pocher has been traveling around the ...
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7 Facts About Oats That Might Surprise You: Oats aren’t only a breakfast food; in fact, there’s a lot more to the humble oat than you might realize.
blogs.webmd.com/diet-nutrition/20201105/7-facts-about-oats-that-might-surprise-you
Learn what to eat -- and possibly stop diabetes in its tracks -- when you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes.
Prediabetes Diet: Learn what to eat -- and possibly stop diabetes in in its tracks -- when you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes.
webmd.com/diabetes/ss/slideshow-prediabetes-diet
Sanders launches Senate investigation into ‘outrageously high’ pricing of Ozempic, Wegovy
cnn.com/2024/04/24/health/senate-ozempic-wegovy-price/
'I get overwhelmed by the noises and crowds of school': Newman College in Oldham is one of many schools struggling with the legacy of the pandemic.
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'It shouldn't happen to another child' - Johnston parents: The parents of 16-year-old Aoife Johnston, who died from meningitis following a lengthy ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0425/1445715-aoife-johnston-parents/
Cervical cancer: Smear tests of 3,000 women to be reviewed: The Southern Health Trust says the move is not out of concern but to provide extra assurance.
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What Causes Night Sweats Explained With Pictures: It's no fun to wake in the middle of the night with your sheets drenched. Learn some common (and not-so-common) ...
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