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What Using an Air Purifier Every Night May Do for Your Sleep and Blood Pressure - Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information
A nightly air purifier could potentially improve sleep and blood pressure levels. Here's what to know.
As scientists continue to learn more about the risks associated with indoor air pollutionincluding effects on blood pressure and sleepit may seem like using an air purifier overnight would be a simpl… [+3833 chars]
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Mental health and heart attacks: What a 22-million-person review suggests - Medical Xpress
The Department of Medicine at University of Calgary led an analysis comparing several clinical mental disorders with risk of acute coronary syndrome, a term that includes heart attack and emergency chest pain resulting from reduced blood flow to the heart. De…
The Department of Medicine at University of Calgary led an analysis comparing several clinical mental disorders with risk of acute coronary syndrome, a term that includes heart attack and emergency c… [+4179 chars]
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A newly identified protein is key to regulating cholesterol release - Medical Xpress
Two UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have identified a protein that plays a key role in controlling the liver's release of cholesterol-carrying lipoproteins into the bloodstream, a discovery that could lead to new treatments for atherosclerotic hear…
Two UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have identified a protein that plays a key role in controlling the liver's release of cholesterol-carrying lipoproteins into the bloodstream, a discover… [+3737 chars]
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Nearly half of chronic fatigue patients test positive for Bartonella or Babesia infection - Medical Xpress
A pilot study has found evidence of Bartonella and Babesia infection in almost half of 50 blood samples from patients suffering chronic fatigue syndrome, also called myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). The study appears in Pathogens.
A pilot study has found evidence of Bartonella and Babesia infection in almost half of 50 blood samples from patients suffering chronic fatigue syndrome, also called myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). T… [+3505 chars]
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Massive Global Study Rewrites the Biology of Type 2 Diabetes - SciTechDaily
A large global genetics study shows that many key drivers of Type 2 diabetes operate outside the bloodstream. Scientists are getting a clearer picture of why Type 2 diabetes is so hard to pin down. In a major international project led in part by the Universit…
A large international genetics study reveals that the biological roots of Type 2 diabetes vary widely across tissues and populations, challenging conclusions drawn from blood-based analyses alone. Cr… [+4674 chars]
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Nearly Half of Americans Have Hypertension—and Most Aren’t Doing Anything about It
A new study suggests that most Americans with hypertension don't have it under control.
Lots of Americans have a blood pressure problem, but plenty aren’t doing much to remedy it, according to research published today. Scientists studied nationally representative data from Americans ov… [+3130 chars]
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What If Cancer Holds the Key to New Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease?
Scientists have found a possible explanation for why cancer patients are less likely to develop Alzheimer's.
The enemy of our enemy could very well become our friend. Scientists have possibly uncovered a new approach to treating Alzheimer’s diseaseone tied to the development of cancer. Researchers at the H… [+2933 chars]
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Ozempic Brings Back the ‘Mac vs PC’ Ads for the GLP-1 Era
Novo Nordisk is worried about competition and wants to be seen as the cool kid... by using a 20-year-old ad format.
Novo Nordisks Ozempic kicked off the GLP-1 craze when it launched in 2018 for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. For years, the Danish pharma giant held onto its crown as the dominant player in the GL… [+3228 chars]
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Ozempic Quitters Pay a Heavy Price, Research Shows
People taking an obesity drug typically regain weight, a new review finds, often even quicker than people who lose weight through lifestyle changes alone.
There’s no such thing as a free lunch when it comes to losing weight with Ozempic and similar drugs. Research published this week finds that people who stop taking GLP-1 therapy tend to quickly exper… [+3934 chars]
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Finger-prick blood test could be early warning for children with type 1 diabetes
A simple finger-prick blood test can find those at risk so they can get the right treatment.
Michelle RobertsDigital health editor Thanks to the study, Imogen, who is 12, is now receiving medication to help delay her diabetes All UK children could be offered screening for type 1 diabetes u… [+4476 chars]
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First leukaemia patient to receive pioneering treatment on NHS says it is 'very sci-fi'
Oscar Murphy has an aggressive form of the blood cancer and is the first to get CAR-T therapy in the UK.
Fergus WalshMedical editor Oscar Murphy has now finished his CAR-T therapy and is hopeful for his future The first leukaemia patient to receive a breakthrough treatment since it was made available … [+5298 chars]
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Missed opportunity to take amateur footballer to hospital before sepsis death, inquest hears
Although a coroner says she cannot be sure Luke Abrahams' death could have been prevented.
Emma Baugh,in Northampton Luke Abrahams, 20, died in January 2023 of sepsis and necrotising fasciitis Paramedics missed the opportunity to take an amateur footballer to hospital who later died from… [+3802 chars]
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Why doing a mix of exercise could be the key to longer life
Don't just focus on one activity - doing a variety every week gives you more health benefits, a study suggests.
Philippa Roxby and Joe McFaddenHealth reporters Don't put all your eggs in one basket when it comes to exercise - doing a variety of different physical activities every week is the key to boosting y… [+4319 chars]
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A hotline to report vapers and caning if you're caught: Singapore's e-cigarette crackdown
The city-state wants to stamp out e-cigarettes with harsh penalties including caning and fines.
Tessa WongAsia Digital Reporter, Singapore It's a busy day at Woodlands Checkpoint, Singapore's main land crossing on the border with Malaysia, and thousands of cars are slowly trundling past the wa… [+13654 chars]
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I want to tell Jesy Nelson, there's hope, says mum of child with SMA
SMA is a progressive muscle-wasting disease that can cause death within two years if untreated.
Toni Connor and Rebekah WilsonBBC News NI Hollie, now five, pictured with her mum Ann A County Down mother, whose five-year-old daughter has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), has said singer Jesy Nel… [+4931 chars]
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Vets under increasing pressure to make money for corporate owners, BBC told
Questions have been raised about whether the pet-care market is giving customers value for money.
Richard Bilton,BBC Panoramaand Vets have told BBC Panorama they feel under increasing pressure to make money for the big companies that employ them - and worry about the costly financial impact on p… [+9879 chars]
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Because of Taylor Swift, I Tried an Acupressure Mat. Now I Can’t Live Without It
I also consulted acupuncturists to see if an acupressure mat is truly worth the hype.
As a wellness editor, I had one burning question while Taylor Swift was on her Eras Tour: What is she doing to recover after her physically demanding 3.5-hour shows? On the Aug. 13 episode of Jason a… [+9440 chars]
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Can 'Fibermaxxing' Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer? Registered Dietitians Weigh In
Many Americans aren't getting enough fiber, while colorectal cancer rates are increasing in younger adults. Is fibermaxxing the solution?
A 2023 report by the American Cancer Society revealed that colorectal cancer rates are increasing in younger individuals, as one in five people who are diagnosed are younger than age 55. However, a 2… [+9485 chars]
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Measles Cases Soar in South Carolina. Do You Need a Measles Booster?
The outbreak of measles in South Carolina has eclipsed the number of cases from last year's surge in Texas.
The measles outbreak in South Carolina continues to grow rapidly. On Tuesday, the state announced a cumulative total of 789 cases, making the outbreak larger than the one last year in West Texas. Th… [+11230 chars]
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Check Your CGM: Recalled FreeStyle Libre 3 Sensors Associated With 7 Deaths
This is now a Class I recall, meaning that the use of these continuous glucose monitoring systems could cause serious health consequences or death.
Health care technology company Abbott has recalled certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus continuous glucose monitoring systems because the sensors are displaying incorrect glucose read… [+2032 chars]
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9 Hidden Apple Watch Health Features You May Not Know About -- Revealed by a Doctor
Your Apple Watch may be able to do more for your health than you're aware of. Start using these features as you go on your 2026 health journey.
The Apple Watch is a powerful piece of technology, capable of doing many tasks at the tap of the screen. This smartwatch can not only do the tasks of your phone, but it can also monitor and support y… [+13678 chars]
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Improve Your Sleep in 2026 With CNET’s Favorite Sleep Headphones
These are the best sleep headphones, as recommended by sleep experts.
Keep the noise out of your bedroom with these sleep headphones. Cole Kan/CNET Sound can really affect the quality of your sleep. For some, the constant noise of a busy city makes sleep difficult. F… [+14704 chars]
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Too old to compete? This 87-year-old triathlete has tips for staying in the game
Despite issues with her heart, this octogenarian still competes in triathlons. She's proof that preventive medicine paired with smart lifestyle choices help seniors stay active longer.
With the Winter Olympics starting this week, the attention on world-class athletes may motivate some of us to get off the couch and move more ourselves. And if you think you're too out of shape, or … [+7531 chars]
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It's the foundation of psychiatric diagnosis. And it's about to get a makeover
The current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual is known as the DSM-5. What will the next version be called? That's one of several open questions as the "Bible of psychiatry" goes online.
The diagnostic manual known as "the Bible of psychiatry" is about to get a major overhaul. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) puts out the tome known in the field as the DSM-5. That stands f… [+6653 chars]
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Senators call for Alex Pretti death investigation. And, winter storm recovery efforts
Minneapolis strikes and protests continue after ICE's fatal shooting of Alex Pretti. And, states work to recover from a massive winter storm that has left widespread power outages and flight chaos.
Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top st… [+5830 chars]
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Scientists shed new light on the brain's role in heart attack
Researchers discovered a feedback loop between nerve cells, the immune system and the heart. They think it shows promise as a target for future therapies.
Scientists at the University of California San Diego have discovered a path between the brain and the immune system that could potentially lead to new ways to ease heart attacks. They showed that dis… [+6613 chars]
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GLP-1 drugs don't work for everyone. But personalized obesity care in the future might
As doctors learn why GLP-1s don't work for about 50% of people, they are also learning more about the complex drivers of obesity. They foresee a future of personalized obesity medicine similar to the way cancer is treated now.
Obesity shaped Anna Olson's earliest notions of herself, when she saw a photo and thought, "Oh, I look different than the other kids." Olson's obesity began in toddlerhood, ran in her family, and le… [+6262 chars]
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Your next primary care doctor could be online only, accessed through an AI tool
The shortage of primary care doctors is a national problem. To cope, a large health system in Massachusetts is using an AI tool to screen patients and refer them to other care.
When her doctor died suddenly in August, Tammy MacDonald found herself among the roughly 17% of adults in America without a primary care physician. MacDonald wanted to find a new doctor right away.… [+10817 chars]
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Can exercise and anti-inflammatories fend off aging? A study aims to find out
New research is underway to test whether a combination of high-intensity interval training and generic medicines can slow down aging and fend off age-related diseases. Here's how it might work.
There's a new study underway to test whether it's possible to fend off age-related diseases with a novel combination of high-intensity interval training and anti-inflammatory medicines and supplement… [+7014 chars]
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Community reacts to ICE shooting in Minnesota. And, RFK Jr. unveils new food pyramid
Minnesota law enforcement and the FBI are investigating an ICE officer's fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman. And, Health Secretary RFK Jr. unveils new dietary guidelines for Americans.
Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top s… [+6480 chars]
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