What to know about weighted vests, according to a fitness expert
(NEW YORK) -- Walking or running with a weighted vest can enhance workouts and offer numerous health benefits.In addition to walking and running, weighted... Read More.
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1st fatal human case of bird flu subtype confirmed in Mexico: WHO
(MEXICO) -- The World Health Organization confirmed Wednesday the first-ever fatal case of a subtype of bird flu in Mexico.It is the first laboratory-confirmed... Read More.
Should people eat insects instead of meat? Experts explain the benefits of bugs
(NEW YORK) -- Consuming insects is common in many global cuisines -- from roasted grasshoppers in Mexico to deep-fried mealworms in Thailand. Many people... Read More.
New study finds most maternal-related deaths in the US happen after birth
(NEW YORK) -- A new study analyzing maternal mortality rates found that nearly two-thirds of maternal-related deaths in the U.S. happen up to a... Read More.
FDA advisers vote against recommending approval of MDMA as treatment for PTSD
(NEW YORK) -- A panel of independent advisers for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration voted against recommending approval of psychedelic treatment -- along... Read More.
US cities rank low on list of worlds most active, walkable cities, analysis finds
(NEW YORK) -- Plenty of travelers, whether visiting a new city or returning somewhere familiar, can relate to the surprise and delight of seeing... Read More.
Doctors say loneliness and social isolation should be discussed in health visits
(NEW YORK) -- Physicians are calling for primary care doctors to ask patients about loneliness and social isolation at routine health checks and when... Read More.
Whooping cough cases on the rise, nearly three times as high as last year: CDC
(NEW YORK) -- Cases of whooping cough are on the rise across the United States, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention... Read More.
LGBTQ+ people at higher risk of some cancers possibly, due to fear of discrimination
(NEW YORK) -- Ahead of Pride Month, a new report has highlighted increased cancer risk for those who identify as LGBTQ+ as researchers say... Read More.
Chicago health officials say citys measles outbreak is over
(CHICAGO) -- The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) declared the city's recent outbreak of measles over on Thursday.CDPH said 42 days have passed... Read More.
Second human case of bird flu confirmed in Michigan, bringing total this year to three
(LANSING, Mich.) -- A second human case of bird flu has been confirmed in Michigan, bringing the total number of cases in the U.S.... Read More.
More than 90% of chickenpox cases in New York City outbreak among unvaccinated people
(NEW YORK) -- Nearly all the patients affected by an ongoing chickenpox outbreak in New York City are unvaccinated, according to a report published... Read More.
