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HEALTH January 7, 2024

Fight cold and flu with these 10 immune-boosting recipes from a Texas registered dietitian

One way to combat seasonal illness is to consume nutrients and proteins that help improve immune health, according to Amy Goodson, a registered dietitian in Dallas-Fort Worth.

HEALTH January 4, 2024

New York health officials warn of whooping cough outbreak among children

An outbreak of whooping cough (pertussis) has been reported on Long Island, New York, according to health officials. A pharmacist and a medical doctor shared thoughts.

HEALTH January 4, 2024

As COVID cases rise, probiotics could reduce symptoms and infection, study suggests

In a study led by Duke Health, probiotics were shown to have a “significant ability to delay a COVID infection and reduce symptoms" among unvaccinated people. Doctors shared reactions.

HEALTH January 2, 2024

Smoking shrinks the brain and drives up Alzheimer’s risk, new study finds

Smoking is notorious for causing damage to the lungs, but recent research confirmed that it’s also harmful to the brain. We explore a new study and gather expert input.

HEALTH December 16, 2023

Red wine headaches could be caused by this intriguing culprit, study finds

For those who suffer from the dreaded “red wine headache," a new study from the University of California, Davis offers some insights into why it occurs.

LIFESTYLE December 14, 2023

Is 'Christmas tree syndrome' real? Yes, doctors say — here's how to handle it

Did you know you can have allergy symptoms because of your Christmas tree? "Christmas tree syndrome" is real, but there are a few methods you can follow to avoid these tree troubles.

New Jersey December 14, 2023

Union protesters blow cigarette smoke at NJ lawmakers as Atlantic City smoking ban remains in limbo

United Auto Workers members disrupted a New Jersey Assembly committee meeting Thursday after a preliminary vote on an Atlantic City smoking ban was canceled.

Cold and Flu December 9, 2023

Hong Kong to cull 900 pigs in wake of deadly swine fever outbreak

Hong Kong authorities have ordered more than 900 pigs to be culled after the presence of the deadly African swine fever (ASF) was found at a licensed farm in New Territories.

HEALTH December 8, 2023

Is mouth breathing bad for your teeth? Dental professionals share risks and remedies

Breathing through your mouth could impact your oral health. NYU dentistry professor Dianne Sefo and cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael Wei explain the risks and ways to remedy it.

INFECTIOUS DISEASE December 7, 2023

'100-day cough': Highly contagious infection that could fracture ribs soars 250% in UK

Health officials in the U.K. are warning the public about a sharp increase in whooping cough cases, a highly contagious bacterial infection that is dangerous for babies.

Health December 7, 2023

CDC's comments on today's pneumonia outbreaks vs. the early COVID cases, as compared by experts

Pediatric pneumonia outbreaks have some doctors and families concerned, but statements from public health agencies suggest there’s no cause for alarm — similar to their initial reaction to COVID.