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Date: 2025/02/08 - 00:00
New Type of Bird Flu Detected in Us Dairy Cows. Is It Safe To Consume Milk, Beef?
A new strain of the H5N1 bird flu virus was detected in dairy cows, but the risk of human transmission remains low. The nation’s milk supply is safe because pasteurization kills the bird flu virus. While beef remains safe for consumption, experts advise cooking it thoroughly during the outbreak.
Date: 2025/02/06 - 18:00
How Jennifer Aniston's Low-Impact Workout Could Improve Your Menopause Symptoms
Jennifer Aniston has partnered with Pvolve, a fitness program backed by research showing the benefits of the low impact workout for menopausal females. The “Morning Show” star has said Pvolve is “kinder to our bodies.”
Date: 2025/02/06 - 00:32
Swapping Regular Salt for Substitutes May Lower Risk of Recurrent Stroke, Death
Swapping regular salt for salt substitutes may reduce the risk of recurrent stroke and death. In a recent study, compared to regular salt intake, salt substitutes reduced stroke-related mortality by 12% and recurrent stroke by 14%.
Date: 2025/02/01 - 01:00
Fate of Medicaid Uncertain During Trump's Freeze on Federal Grants
Medicaid is under review during the Trump administration's freeze on federal grants. Republican leaders are reportedly eyeing Medicaid as a major target in their plan to cut more than $5 trillion in federal spending over the next 10 years.
Date: 2025/01/30 - 15:32
Regular Flossing Linked to Better Heart Health, Reduced Stroke, AFib Risk
Poor oral health could be a potential risk factor for cardiovascular disease. New research shows that good oral health habits, such as flossing, may reduce the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation (AFib).
Date: 2025/01/29 - 23:00
Buying Eggs During the Bird Flu Outbreak? Here's What You Should Know
The ongoing bird flu outbreak is driving up egg prices, which had led to a nationwide shortage. When buying eggs, choose only refrigerated eggs and refrigerate them immediately once they are brought home.
Date: 2025/01/28 - 16:32
America’s Best Hospitals for 2025 Named by Healthgrades
Healthgrades has released its annual list of the top 250 hospitals in the United States. The health information website narrowed down that list to the top 100 hospitals and top 50 hospitals. California had 11 of the medical facilities named in the top 50 while Pennsylvania had seven and Florida had five.
Date: 2025/01/27 - 20:31
Can 150 minutes of physical activity a week help extend lifespan in older adults?
A new article reports that getting 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week can reduce all-cause mortality by 31% compared to a week with no appreciable physical activity.