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Participants completed an in-depth survey mapping their social networks, identifying people they felt were either supportive, stressful, or both. If someone “caused problems, hassles, or made life difficult,” they were categorized as a “hassler.”  Source link

Vaccines for older adults: Here’s what doctors recommend to people 50 and over  San Francisco Chronicle The Journey of Vaccines: From Smallpox to Cancer  the-scientist.com Critical vaccines that could prevent senior health crises  Rolling Out Source link

Cleaning his plate — and sometimes a second plate — was a household requirement during Charles’s childhood. “It served me well growing up because it allowed me to get bigger and play sports,” Charles, who did not want to disclose his last name for the sake of privacy, tells Yahoo. And getting bigger, in turn, helped him become a college …

PANAMA CITY, Fla. – Eight deaths have been reported in Florida due to a “flesh-eating” bacterial infection, according to state health officials. The Florida Department of Health has confirmed 13 total cases of Vibrio vulnificus across 11 counties, as reported by local outlets. Last year, the state reported even higher numbers: 82 cases and 19 deaths. DEADLY BACTERIAL OUTBREAK INFECTS …

An Escambia resident was attacked and bitten by a fox on August 7 outside the victim’s residence on Highway 31 in Atmore. Another person was present at the time of the incident and came in direct physical contact with the fox. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Department was notified of the incident, and a rabies investigation was begun. The fox was …

12. “Sleep Apnea. People think it’s just snoring and annoying, but it’s WAY worse.” “When you’re asleep and have obstructed breathing, your body panics a little bit, releasing a bit of adrenaline into your bloodstream to wake you up enough to breathe. With Apnea, this can happen hundreds of times a night. Adrenaline is not good for you 300 times …

Summary: For 25 years, scientists have studied “SuperAgers”—people aged 80 and above whose memory rivals those decades younger. Research reveals that their brains either resist Alzheimer’s-related plaques and tangles or remain resilient despite having them. These individuals maintain a youthful brain structure, with a thicker cortex and unique neurons linked to memory and social skills. Insights from their biology and …

A pile of foods linked to the rise of colon cancer are also believed to increase the risk of lung cancer, a study suggests.  A group of Chinese researchers have found that consuming ultra-processed foods (UPFs) such as packaged snacks, chips, sweetened beverages, soda and processed meats can raise your risk of being diagnosed with lung cancer by 41 percent.   The …

Cases of a severe type of pneumonia called Legionnaires’ disease have been on the rise in New York City’s Harlem neighborhood since the end of July. As of Aug. 6, 73 people have been diagnosed with the illness, and three people have died, according to the New York City Health Department. New York is no stranger to Legionnaires’ disease, a …

A recent study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health reveals that frequent consumption of French fries is linked to a 20% increased risk of type 2 diabetes. Replacing potatoes, especially French fries, with whole grains can significantly lower this risk. The research emphasizes the importance of considering food preparation methods in dietary guidelines. About 830 million people are …