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Two dead and several seriously ill after meningitis outbreak

Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are trying to prevent the disease from spreading further.

New study: Severe respiratory infections may increase risk of lung cancer

New research is examining what happens in the lungs after severe respiratory infections.

A few minutes a day can help strengthen your balance

Balance in the body often worsens with age, but just a few minutes of daily exercise can help keep it strong.

Ricky Gervais’ partner Jane Fallon shares cancer diagnosis on Instagram

British author Jane Fallon has recently explained why she has been less active on social media.

Berberine is often called “natural Ozempic” – but researchers remain skeptical

A plant-based dietary supplement is often mentioned in connection with metabolism and weight loss, but how significant is its actual effect?

Two dead and several seriously ill after meningitis outbreak

Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are trying to prevent the disease from spreading further.

New study: Severe respiratory infections may increase risk of lung cancer

New research is examining what happens in the lungs after severe respiratory infections.

A few minutes a day can help strengthen your balance

Balance in the body often worsens with age, but just a few minutes of daily exercise can help keep it strong.

Ricky Gervais’ partner Jane Fallon shares cancer diagnosis on Instagram

British author Jane Fallon has recently explained why she has been less active on social media.

Your winter guide to injury-free snow shoveling

Snow shoveling looks simple, but doctors say it sends thousands to the ER every year. Here’s how to stay safe when the flakes pile up.

New genetic study links impulsive choices to multiple diseases

A major study suggests that the tendency to pick quick rewards over delayed ones is rooted in our biology, and may influence risks for a wide range of medical conditions.

Overview of drinks that may support reduced liver fat

Several natural drinks are being examined for their potential to reduce liver fat and calm inflammation.

Orange juice may trigger gene shifts, study finds

A small nutrition study suggests that orange-juice consumption might influence gene activity in immune cells.

New research suggests rising heat might trigger earlier births

Scientists uncover molecular signals that may explain why hotter days raise the risk of preterm delivery.

New study: Even a few cigarettes a day can damage the heart

New research suggests that smoking just a few cigarettes a day is enough to raise the risk of serious heart problems.