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Date: 2024/11/21 - 02:00

E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Carrots: Symptoms, Risks, and Recalled Brands

A new E. coli outbreak in 18 states has been linked to organic carrots. Here’s what to know about symptoms, recalled brands, and how to reduce your risk.

Date: 2024/11/16 - 00:32

STI Epidemic Slows As New Syphilis, Gonorrhea Cases Fall In US, CDC Says

Rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are slowing after decades of growth in the U.S., according to the latest statistics from the CDC. While STIs are still at record levels, new cases of chlamydia and syphilis may be stabilizing while gonorrhea cases have declined for two consecutive years.

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Date: 2024/11/12 - 16:31

5 things everyone should know about menopause

In this episode of In Conversation, we look at some of the most important information everyone should have about perimenopause and menopause with our special guest, Dr. Kate Clancy, from the University of Illinois.

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Date: 2024/11/09 - 04:00

Abortion Rights Expanded in 7 States, But Change Will Take Time

Voters in 7 out of 10 states, including several red states, approved measures to protect abortion rights during the 2024 presidential election.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

From Frozen Waffles to Costco Salmon: What to Know About Food Recalls

From frozen waffles and quarter pounders to Costco salmon and freeze dried meat, here's why it seems like there's an increasing number of food recalls in the US and what they reveal about food safety.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Can arm position affect blood pressure readings?

Certain commonly used arm positions may result in inaccurately high blood pressure readings and lead to a misdiagnosis of hypertension, a new study has found.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Carbs or fats for breakfast? Which is best for healthy weight in men vs women?

A recent study suggests that a carbohydrate-rich breakfast for men and a fat-rich breakfast for women may be best for maintaining a healthy weight, due to sex-specific metabolic differences.