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HealthApr 23

Florida Couple Identifies Biological Parents in IVF Embryo Mix-Up Case

Tiffany Score and Steven Mills have identified the biological parents of a baby born through IVF who isn't genetically related to them.

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HealthMar 29

Study Suggests 'Mentally Active' Sitting May Help Reduce Dementia Risk

New research indicates that engaging in mentally stimulating activities while sitting may help counteract sedentary behavior's link to dementia risk factors.

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HealthMar 12

States Report Overdoses Linked to Cychlorphine, Synthetic Opioid Stronger Than Fentanyl

Multiple states have issued warnings about cychlorphine, a synthetic opioid reportedly 10 times stronger than fentanyl that has been linked to dozens of recent overdoses.

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HealthMay 1

Healthcare Professionals Face Scrutiny Over Prescription Drug Practices

Medical professionals are under increased attention regarding prescription drug distribution and psychiatric medication use.

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HealthMay 9

Five pedestrians struck by car in Nottinghamshire town, one critically injured

A red Vauxhall Astra hit five people in Arnold, Nottinghamshire early Sunday morning following an apparent argument, leaving one person in critical condition.

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HealthMar 20

CDC Updates Polio Travel Advisory to Include 30 Locations

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expanded its polio travel advisory to cover 30 locations where the virus has been detected in the past 13 months.

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HealthApr 22

Study Finds Yoga May Lower Blood Pressure as Effectively as Some Medications

British researchers found that yoga practice could reduce high blood pressure with effectiveness comparable to certain medications.

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HealthMar 28

PASTEUR Act Proposed to Address Antimicrobial Drug Development Crisis

Legislation would create subscription model between federal government and companies developing new antimicrobial drugs to combat growing resistance threats.

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HealthMar 7

Respiratory Virus HMPV Spreads Across West Coast, Health Officials Monitor Outbreak

Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is spreading through western states, with wastewater data showing elevated levels in Northern California.

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HealthMar 20

Jehovah's Witnesses Allow Members to Use Own Stored Blood in Medical Procedures

Religious organization modifies blood transfusion policy to permit use of patients' own stored blood while maintaining ban on donated blood.

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HealthApr 5

Health and Tax News: Stroke Risk Factors, Biological Age Tests, and Senior Tax Help

Recent developments include stroke risk prediction research, biological age testing options, and tax assistance for older Americans.

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HealthMay 9

Man who survived hantavirus 24 years ago shares story after losing family members

Gilbert Zermeño contracted hantavirus in 2002 after cleaning his family home following the deaths of his mother and sister from the disease.

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HealthMar 6

Weight-loss drugs may reduce heart attack complications, new research suggests

New research indicates GLP-1 medications like Ozempic could help prevent heart complications by improving blood vessel function after heart attacks.

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HealthApr 13

NYC Building Workers Threaten Strike Over Wages and Benefits

About 34,000 doormen, concierges and building workers in New York City are threatening to strike over wage and health insurance disputes.

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HealthApr 4

Experimental ALS Treatment Targeting Genetic Mutations Shows Promise in Early Trials

Researchers are testing an experimental treatment that targets specific genetic mutations in ALS patients through spinal infusions.

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