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FDA recall warns cream cheese could cause serious illness

Health authorities have issued their most serious recall warning after cream cheese products were linked to a potential bacteria contamination.

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.

FDA recall warns cream cheese could cause serious illness

Health authorities have issued their most serious recall warning after cream cheese products were linked to a potential bacteria contamination.

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.

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.

Lab-grown cardiac patch shows early promise

Researchers are testing a lab-grown heart patch that could repair damaged cardiac tissue through a small incision.

Researchers test new nasal drops that may help fight aggressive brain tumors

New nasal nanodrops may offer a noninvasive way to target one of the deadliest brain cancers.

Dermatologist: Lip balm doesn’t cause addiction

A long-running rumor claims that frequent lip balm use makes your lips dependent on it. A dermatologist explains what’s really happening when lips feel endlessly dry.

Doctors explain why urinating in the shower may affect bladder health

Health specialists say a common shower habit could subtly change the way your bladder responds to everyday cues.

Data show rising death rates among young people

Although people around the world are living longer, new research reveals that health conditions for teenagers and young adults are getting worse.