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FDA expands investigation of potentially lead-tainted pureed fruit pouches
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said in an updated alert posted Friday that it has received reports of seven illnesses in at least five states possibly linked to contaminated…
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Experimental pacemaker partially recharges itself with heartbeats
The experimental device can recoup about 10% of the energy needed to stimulate another heartbeat, which would extend the 6- to 15-year life of a typical pacemaker battery, results…
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Drones could deliver defibrillators to save patients in cardiac arrest
Delivering automated external defibrillators (AEDs) by drone could dramatically improve emergency response times in both urban and rural areas, according to new research. Photo by…
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Want to slow aging? Essential Eight checklist holds the key, study suggests
1 of 2 | Eating healthy is one element of a plan that may slow the pace of aging and prevent the risk of cardiovascular and age-related diseases, a preliminary study…
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New studies reinforce link between pot use and heart attack, heart failure, stroke
With marijuana use on the rise in the United States, two new studies strengthen existing evidence that regular intake negatively impacts heart and brain health, according to the…
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False-positive mammogram linked to higher risk of breast cancer
The link between false-positives and future breast cancer was strongest among older women (age 60 and up) and women with low breast density. File Photo by Tim Jensen/U.S. Navy…
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U.S. teens report high rates of drowsy driving
In a new survey, teens reported high rates of drowsy driving. School and job commitments were the top factors keeping them up at night. Photo by JESHOOTS.com/Pexels…
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Long COVID affects 1 in 7 Americans
A new study suggests that 1 in 3 people who contract COVID-19 may end up with long COVID symptoms. Photo by Andrea Piacquadio/Pexels As many as 1 in 3 people who fall…
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Awareness of 988 Lifeline highest among those who need it most, survey shows
Awareness of the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is highest among people who need it most -- those in serious psychological distress. Photo by Utsman Media/Unsplash…
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Pulsed field ablation works as well for women as men for a-fib
Researchers found no significant difference in recurring a-fib in men compared to women after pulsed field ablation. Photo by fernando zhiminaicela/Pixabay A procedure…
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