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Get motivated to exercise regularly like these gym rats in their 70s and 80s
Here are some tips about how to start the habit and how to stay with it.
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Man on carnivore diet has cholesterol of 1,000, sees shocking symptom on his hands
A man who ate “very extreme amounts of fat and protein” as part of the carnivore diet suddenly developed yellow lumps on the palms of his hands — deposits of excess cholesterol under his skin, his doctor says.
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President Trump signs executive order to make IVF more affordable
President Trump signed an executive order this week, aiming to make fertility treatments more affordable and accessible to families.
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President Trump signs executive order to make IVF more affordable
President Donald Trump signed an executive order this week, aiming to make fertility treatments more affordable and accessible to families. Courtney Sisk reports.
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Dehydration in winter can take you by ‘surprise.' What symptoms to watch for
In cold weather, you may be thinking about frostbite symptoms to watch out for. But a lesser-thought about health condition from the cold can creep up, too: Dehydration.
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Dehydration, frostbite and more can occur during the extreme cold. Here's how to stay safe
Doctors recommend staying inside – if possible – as wind-chills across the Chicago area dip well below zero for the next few days. NBC Chicago’s Courtney Sisk reports.
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Texas measles outbreak rises to 48 cases. It's the state's worst in nearly 30 years
State health officials said that those who are infected are either unvaccinated or their vaccination status is unknown.
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‘I'm not normal anymore': Hair stylist sues companies over link between hair dye and cancer
Occupational studies stretching back decades have found an increased risk of bladder cancer among hairdressers.
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As bird flu spreads in cattle, some states still aren't part of US milk testing
Three of America’s top milk-producing states are not participating in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s program designed to catch the spread of the virus.
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Children with mild peanut allergy may be able to eat peanut butter, trial shows
Researchers cautioned that parents should only try the therapy under the supervision of an allergist.
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Flu season in the US is the most intense it's been in at least 15 years
The flu has forced schools to shut down in some states.
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Are eggs safe to eat as bird flu spreads? Food to eat and avoid
How is the bird flu outbreak affecting the safety of the food supply?
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Cardiac arrest, heart attack survivors raise awareness for heart health
A cardiac arrest and heart attack survivor each have different stories, but share something in common: CPR save their lives.
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Patients thank CPR while raising awareness for women's heart health
Two patients are thanking CPR for being alive while raising awareness for women’s heart health during February. NBC Chicago’s Jenn Schanz reports.
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New technology serves as major advancement in lung transplants
New technology that helps preserve a lung for more time before it’s transplanted to a recipient has served as a major advancement in the field. NBC Chicago’s Alex Maragos reports.
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Dwyane Wade reveals he was diagnosed with cancer at 41: ‘Thank God that I did do the surgery'
The retired NBA star spoke about his surprise cancer diagnosis and life-saving kidney surgery.
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Kansas sees ‘largest' tuberculosis outbreak in US history, nearly 70 cases reported
Kansas officials said the tuberculosis outbreak is ongoing, which means more cases could be reported.
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5 key health topics to watch at RFK Jr.'s Senate confirmation hearings
Kennedy is nominated to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, a position that would give him enormous control over public health in America.
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Screen breaks and the right desk setup offer relief from work-related eye strain
Digital screens are pervasive at work and in homes and schools stores. The American Optometric Association says an estimated 104 million Americans of working age spend more than seven hours a day in front of screens. All that screen time can take a toll. Too much exposure to screens can lead to dry eyes, blurry vision, headaches and watery eyes....
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Why is your hair so staticky right now? Experts weigh in on what you can do
Winter time can lead to everything from dry skin to chapped lips, particularly in the brutal temperatures being experienced across the Midwest this January, but what about your hair?