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8 silent warning signs of high blood pressure most people never notice

It's called the silent killer, but at dangerous levels the body often sends signals you can learn to recognize.

7 signs your body may be chronically dehydrated, and most people overlook them

That afternoon headache and 3 p.m. slump may not be what you think, and the fix is simpler than most people expect.

8 warning signs of a blood clot most people mistake for a sore muscle

An aching calf after a long drive feels like a pulled muscle, but it sometimes signals something far more serious.

Cervical cancer is almost fully preventable, yet two in three women have never been screened

A simple test can spot warning signs years before cancer appears, so why do so many women never get one?

One in five babies missed their first measles shot, and cases climbed 40%

The vaccination slide hit four continents at once, and the US is now feeling it harder than in decades.

8 silent warning signs of high blood pressure most people never notice

It's called the silent killer, but at dangerous levels the body often sends signals you can learn to recognize.

7 signs your body may be chronically dehydrated, and most people overlook them

That afternoon headache and 3 p.m. slump may not be what you think, and the fix is simpler than most people expect.

8 warning signs of a blood clot most people mistake for a sore muscle

An aching calf after a long drive feels like a pulled muscle, but it sometimes signals something far more serious.

Cervical cancer is almost fully preventable, yet two in three women have never been screened

A simple test can spot warning signs years before cancer appears, so why do so many women never get one?

GLP-1 drugs evaluated for potential impact on early Alzheimer’s

New findings from a major trial offer a clearer, more nuanced view of how GLP-1 medications may influence the course of Alzheimer’s disease.

New research links plant-based diet to stronger heart health

New research points to significant health benefits associated with diet.

These drinks can cause discomfort on an empty stomach

Several common beverages can cause discomfort when consumed without food. Here are some of them.

New research: Grains and potatoes cannot replace each other in the diet

A comprehensive analysis of nutrient content is reshaping the understanding of how potatoes and grains contribute to the diet.

New study examines whether dietary supplements can ease long COVID

Long-term effects after COVID-19 still lack well-documented treatment options. New research may point to a possible answer.

Hundreds of bacteria survive inside your microwave, study finds

Microwaves make reheating leftovers quick and easy, but research shows they can also harbor hundreds of bacterial species.