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Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Paris Hilton Shares Why Living with ADHD Is Her ‘Superpower’

Paris Hilton opens up about her journey living with ADHD, why she believes neurodivergence adds value to the world, and why she feels it’s her “superpower.”

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Where Harris and Trump Stand on 7 Key Healthcare Policy Issues

Drug prices, Obamacare, abortion, and Medicaid are among the healthcare issues Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have starkly different stances on during the 2024 presidential election.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

How Prioritizing Heart Health Could Lower Your Dementia Risk Later In Life

A new American Heart Association statement emphasizes the link between heart disease and cognitive decline. Prioritizing your heart health from childhood to midlife can help prevent dementia later in life.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Around 1 in 4 U.S. Adults Suspect They Have ADHD. What Are the Signs?

A new survey reports that 25% of adults in the United States believe they have ADHD, but half of them don’t tell their doctor about their suspicions. People with undiagnosed ADHD may not be receiving the treatment they need to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Whooping Cough Cases Spiking in US. Here's How to Protect Yourself

CDC data shows that whooping cough cases are rising in the U.S. Experts say routine immunization is the best way to prevent the bacterial infection.

A street lined with palm trees in Florida.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

These Are the Best and Worst States for Mental Health Care in the U.S.

New research examined several key factors to determine which states rank the highest and lowest for mental health care.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Poor Sleep In Your 40s Linked to Faster Brain Aging Later In Life

A new study reports that people in their 40s who have difficulty sleeping have a brain age 1.6 to 2.6 years older by the time they're in their 50s compared to people who consistently get quality sleep.

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

Having a 'sweet tooth' may raise risk of conditions like depression and diabetes

The risk of developing type 2 diabetes, stroke, and depression may be higher in people with a "sweet tooth" who prefer sugary foods, new research suggests.

Date: 2024/11/02 - 18:16

Adopting pediatric readiness standards in emergency departments could save more than 2,000 lives each year

NIH-funded study suggests standards would range from no cost to $11.84 per child.