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Probiotics might help dogs lose weight, study finds
Researchers have identified two strains of probiotics that helped obese canines shed pounds. Photo courtesy of AdobeStock/HealthDay If your dog is looking like he needs…
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One-shot typhoid vaccine provides long-term protection for kids
The vaccine, called Typbar TCV, requires just one dose and shielded children ages 9 months to 12 years over the course of a four-year study, researchers reported. Photo by Adobe…
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Exposure to toxic heavy metals linked to health problems in women
A new study links toxic metal exposure to women having fewer eggs in their ovaries as they approach menopause, which could cause worse health problems during menopause and…
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Even slightly early birth linked to developmental difficulties
Infants born moderately (32-33 weeks) or late preterm (34-36 weeks) are more likely to have epilepsy or problems with brain function, motor skills, vision or hearing, according to a…
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Quantitative ultrasound may predict which moms will deliver prematurely
Using quantitative ultrasound to spot micro-structural changes in cervical tissue, researchers found the scans were effective in predicting which first-time moms would or would not…
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COVID-19 infection in pregnancy may raise baby’s risk of respiratory illness
Researchers found that exposure to the coronavirus while in the womb increased a newborn's risk of respiratory distress syndrome by sparking an "inflammatory cascade" in the infants…
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Alcoholics Anonymous more likely to benefit White Americans
Black and Hispanic alcoholics are about 40% less likely to have ever attended an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, compared to White drinkers, according to analysis of data from the…
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Most Americans spend last three years of life at home, study finds
Researchers found that about 6 in every 10 (59%) people spent the last three years of their lives at home, cared for by family and friends when they needed help with daily tasks.…
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Dominican Republic cosmetic surgery is killing more American women
A CDC report Thursday said Dominican Republic cosmetic surgery is killing more American women. Deaths between 2019-2020 have increased significantly. Liposuction was used for all 24…
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Hearing loss more common in rural than urban areas
Largely rural states like West Virginia, Alaska, Wyoming, Oklahoma and Arizona had the highest rates of hearing loss, researchers found. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
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