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JUL 23 - AUG 22
Yahoo LifeThe best seat on the plane to avoid germs and 5 other tips this health editor follows during cold and flu season
Here's how to stay a bit healthier this cold and flu season.
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Behold the 'carnivore board.' How a plate of steak, eggs and cheese became the new 'girl dinner.'
The carnivore diet has infiltrated wellness TikTok. But experts don't recommend it.
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Celebrate International Chocolate Day, book your COVID booster and check out the harvest moon: Your September guide to healthy (and happy) living
Go apple picking, upgrade your breakfast and other items for your September to-do list.
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Boar's Head discontinues liverwurst following deadly listeria outbreak. The latest info about foodborne illnesses.
What to know about foodborne illnesses, including listeria and salmonella, and their symptoms.
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It's Friday the 13th. Here's why some people still believe in superstitions.
Understanding the psychology behind good luck charms and bad omens.
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Is 'wild swimming' the answer to pool season ending? What to know about the risks — and benefits — associated with open-water dips.
Many swimmers swear by swimming in lakes, rivers and even the sea. But there are some safety concerns to consider.
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Jon Bon Jovi is praised for talking woman off the ledge of a bridge. Mental health experts say it's well deserved.
Suicide prevention advocates speak to the singer's efforts.
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Obesity rates are above 20% in every U.S. state, CDC finds. 4 key takeaways from its latest report.
Rates of obesity are highest in the Midwest and South, according to the CDC's latest report — but the entire U.S. is what one expert calls an "obesogenic environment."
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September is Better Breakfast Month. Why coffee doesn't count (but last night's leftovers do) and other ways to make the most of your morning meal.
Eating breakfast comes with several health benefits.
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More than 20% of older adults have used pot in the past year. Why over-50s are curious about cannabis.
Most people 50 and older who use cannabis do so at least once a month, saying it helps them sleep and eases pain, a new survey found.
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They went on Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise. What passengers learned, loved and are looking forward to after 9 months at sea.
The Ultimate World Cruise came with some challenges, but also lots of adventure.
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A daily pill from Wegovy maker shows promise and other news I’m reading on weight loss drugs
There's some good news about potential blockbuster benefits of weight loss drugs — and some serious concerns.
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This heart condition is 3 times more common than we thought, researchers say
A new study found that atrial fibrillation — an irregular heartbeat that's one of the most common causes of stroke — is more prevalent than previously thought.
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States with abortion bans saw a rise in tubal sterilizations after Roe was overturned, new study finds
Increases in women getting sterilization procedures were seen across the U.S. immediately after the Supreme Court's decision, but continued to rise in states where abortion was banned.
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A majority of young adults have high blood pressure and don't know it. What's behind the alarming trend?
Doctors have some theories as to why many young adults with hypertension , or uncontrollable high blood pressure, aren't aware of it.
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Alcohol, red meat, sugar and soda are linked to poor health. But you don't need to swear them off entirely.
If you want to enjoy these foods, but are still conscious about your health, there is a sweet spot to aim for.
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FDA advisers say phenylephrine doesn't work — so why do DayQuil, Theraflu and other popular decongestants still include it?
With cold and flu season approaching, here's the latest on where things stand with phenylephrine, which advisers to the FDA say is ineffective.
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Hurricane season is here. Experts explain how to stay safe during flooding, storms and more.
Severe storms sweep across the U.S. each year, bringing lightning, flooding, tornadoes and hail.
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Cancer gave Catherine, Princess of Wales, a 'new perspective on everything.' The mental health impact of the disease is profound, psychologists say.
For the princess and her family and other patients alike, a cancer diagnosis can bring about both growth and grief.
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Selena Gomez says she can't carry her own children due to medical issues. There's power in sharing her story.
The 32-year-old actress said that surrogacy or adoption are "huge possibilities" for her.