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JUL 23 - AUG 22
Yahoo LifeA flu vaccine you can administer yourself, stroke deaths on the rise and drug overdose deaths decreasing: Here's what happened in health this week.
Here's what you may have missed in health and wellness news this week.
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Spending 20 minutes in nature can lower stress levels — plus 3 more reasons to step outside
Nature is more than a beautiful backdrop. Spending time outdoors can improve mental health, stress levels, the immune system and creativity.
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'He put a face on the injury.' 3 ways Christopher Reeve and his foundation revolutionized spinal cord injury research.
After a life-altering accident, Christopher Reeve and his wife, Dana Reeve, worked to improve the lives of others with spinal cord injuries.
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Cancer death rates are falling, but more young people are getting diagnosed. The good and bad news from the annual cancer progress report.
Cancer deaths are down in the U.S., but the disease is taking hold in younger populations, likely fueled by obesity, alcohol and unhealthy diets.
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'It has pockets!!!' The joy — and tyranny — of women's desire for design equity
Why pockets for women still feel so exciting — and rare.
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'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' stars call dirty soda a vice. It's 'liquid Satan,' one doctor says.
How dietitians are responding to the spotlight on Utah's soda shops.
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Fall is the perfect time to exercise outdoors. Here's how to make the most of it.
There are major benefits to taking your exercise outdoors this fall.
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The 5 fruits and vegetables you should be eating this fall
A dietitian shares five autumn fruits and vegetables that are not only delicious but also pack a powerful nutritional punch.
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Is Zoom fatigue still a thing? Why video meetings are so draining, and what to do about it.
Video meetings require a lot more mental effort than you might think.
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Americans are more anxious about the election than they were 4 months ago, new Yahoo News/YouGov poll finds. Experts blame volatile times, tight race.
New polling finds that 67% of Americans are feeling anxious about the presidential election in November.
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Gout, a painful form of arthritis, is on the rise. Avoiding red meat and alcohol can help.
What triggers gout and who is most at risk for developing this common condition? Experts explain.
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It's 'Princess Diana weather.' Understanding the enduring appeal of the oversize sweatshirt, bike short and chunky sock look.
Why the royal's workout look has become a seasonal staple.
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7 secrets to the perfect nap, according to sleep experts — including why you shouldn't snooze too late or for too long
The best ways to nap so you wake up refreshed, not groggy — or unable to sleep later on.
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Many women are blindsided by perimenopause. 5 facts everyone should know about this time of life.
What to expect during perimenopause, including lesser-known symptoms and how long this phase lasts.
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COVID fall guide: The new variant in town, when to get vaccinated and what to do if you get sick
Experts are eyeing a new variant and are urging at-risk people to get vaccinated.
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Check out tonight's harvest moon, get your COVID booster and eat apples: 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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Drinking coffee linked to lower risk of diabetes, heart disease and stroke, study finds. Here's how much you should be having.
New research has linked moderate caffeine consumption to lower risks of three major cardiometabolic diseases.
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Chili's Triple Dipper has a day's worth of calories and a lot of sodium. How to make the popular appetizer a little healthier, according to dietitians
With options such as fried mozzarella and egg rolls, it's no surprise that the Triple Dipper is big on calories. But you don't have to pass up this dish entirely.
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Chemicals leaching from food packaging found in humans, new study shows. Experts call for more safety regulations.
Human exposure to chemicals, including forever chemicals or PFAS, from food packaging is widespread, according to the study. Experts call it "concerning."
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It's wildfire season. How smoke, poor air quality can impact health — even for people who live far away
Wildfires are raging in California and Canada right now. Here's what that means for our health.