Health

Why the family of 12-year-old Lake Murray amoeba victim wants an investigation – The State

Why the family of 12-year-old Lake Murray amoeba victim wants an investigation  The State Family of boy who died from brain-eating amoeba raise awareness: “We don’t want his death to be in vain”  CBS News What to know about the brain-eating amoeba that killed a child swimming in a lake  AP News Family of boy who died from brain-eating amoeba speaks out: ‘Unimaginable’  USA …

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SNAP Food Program Linked to Slower Cognitive Decline in Older Adults – The New York Times

SNAP Food Program Linked to Slower Cognitive Decline in Older Adults  The New York Times Food assistance benefits are tied to slower cognitive decline in older adults, new study suggests  CNN Using food stamps can help slow down brain decline as you age: study  New York Post Federal food assistance program may slow cognitive decline, study suggests  NBC News FROM THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL …

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Most Americans’ hearts may be older than their chronological age

Most Americans’ hearts may be older than their chronological age

Biological aging is hot. Even if scientists don’t agree on its definition, estimating how old your body is despite what the calendar says has gained steam in recent years. Measuring telomeres or genetic variables may be more appealing than, say, predicting your chances of having a heart attack as a percentage over 10 years, but under either method, age can …

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Deadly lung disease outbreak spreads from New York City

Deadly lung disease outbreak spreads from New York City

Health officials in Michigan are sounding the alarm over the spread of Legionnaires’ disease after two people died of the infection this summer.  Wayne County officials confirmed that both people were living in Allegria Village, a continuing care retirement community in Dearborn, Michigan when they contracted the infection in June and July.  The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reportedly said that …

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What to Know About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease – The New York Times

What to Know About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease  The New York Times Philadelphia doctor says cases of hand, foot and mouth disease are growing throughout the region  CBS News The rash you should be on the lookout for as outbreaks are reported in Virginia  WTOP Philly doctor talks about the growing number of hand, foot and mouth disease cases in the region  CBS …

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Unregulated ‘Botox’ cases are ‘incredibly frightening’, says GP

Unregulated ‘Botox’ cases are ‘incredibly frightening’, says GP

Emma Baugh BBC News, Peterborough Reporting fromPeterborough Harriet Heywood BBC News, Peterborough Emma Baugh/BBC Dr Shabina Qayyum said it was “wholly unacceptable” for anyone to administer medication, such as Botox, without being qualified At least four people have been admitted to hospital after complications related to cosmetic procedures using the botulinum toxin. Peterborough City Council has begun an investigation into …

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The 1 Stretch You Should Be Doing More Of As You Age

The 1 Stretch You Should Be Doing More Of As You Age

Wisdom comes with age. But flexibility? It feels like we lose a little limberness every year — and that can come with some (*ahem*) stiff consequences. It’s not just that you can’t do the splits or touch your toes like you used to. Having tighter muscles can affect your ability to navigate day-to-day life, something you may have already started …

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