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NYC legislators, COVID families rally in Albany for ‘baby bonds' to assist nearly 18K children
New York legislators and families are speaking at the state’s capital on Tuesday, in support of “baby bonds” for those children who lost a parent or caregiver during the COVID-19 pandemic, marking four years since it ravaged the country. State Senator Jamaal Bailey (D-NY) and Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz (D-NY) introduced a bill in May 2023 called the New York Covid-19…
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Measles outbreak extends to Long Island after CDC warning
The U.S. has already confirmed more measles cases this year than it did all of last year. NYC, New Jersey and Long Island have reported cases, and the CDC has issued a national warning.
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Doctors warn of potential measles exposure on Long Island
Doctors are working around the clock to contact patients and families who visited a children’s hospital in Nassau County. News 4’s Melissa Colorado reports.
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A 6-year-old went into cardiac arrest after he was hit by a baseball. His mom saved his life
“It was hitting me that I’m doing CPR on my son.”
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An ulcerative colitis flare led to dad, 34, receiving colon cancer diagnosis
Even after getting the flare under control, Michael Sheridan’s bowel movements didn’t seem right. It was early onset colon cancer.
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Woman, 25, announces her own death from cancer in final letter: ‘Enjoy the little things'
Her poignant last message, posted by her family on social media, has gone viral.
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What happens if you eat mold? Food safety experts share which types to avoid most
What happens if you accidentally eat moldy food? Experts explain the health effects of eating mold, when to toss moldy food out, and why blue cheese is safe.
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Can intermittent fasting have negative effects? Study finds higher risk of cardiovascular death
Restricting eating to eight or fewer hours a day, a type of intermittent fasting, may raise the risk of dying prematurely from heart disease over the long term, a new study suggests.
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CDC issues alert over rising measles cases in the U.S.
The nation’s health agency on Monday warned doctors about an increase in measles cases that in a little more than three months has equalled all of the U.S. cases from last year.
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Tallulah Willis shares autism diagnosis has changed her life
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore’s 30-year-old daughter Tallulah Willis shared she was diagnosed with autism over the summer: “It’s changed my life.”
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A 27-year-old woman is going viral for having chest hair. Why she refuses to shave it
“If women aren’t supposed to have it, why is it growing back?”
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Can the ‘sleepy girl mocktail' really help you fall asleep faster?
With one-third of adults struggling to get enough sleep, it’s no surprise that we’re all looking for the secret antidote to whisk us off into slumberland.
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Here's what to know about the Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool recommended by Olivia Munn
When Olivia Munn revealed this week that she was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a double mastectomy, she urged people to ask their doctors to figure out their score on a breast cancer risk calculator.
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Woman, 22, diagnosed with rare blood cancer after developing ‘weird' symptom on vacation
Johanna Mendoza developed red splotches on her wrist and belly and attributed it to something she ate. She felt stunned to learn she had leukemia.
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Doctors call attention to ‘margarita rashes' from sun exposure as spring approaches
Sitting in the sun after handling certain foods like limes may cause an itchy rash or sunburn called photocontact dermatitis, sometimes called “margarita rash.”
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Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy are meant for long-term use. Some patients want to stop
Millions of Americans who have used new obesity drugs like Wegovy to lose weight and improve health are wondering what happens if they stop taking them.
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Residents of these 10 states are the most stressed out in America—New York and California didn't make the list
Residents of some U.S. states seem to be more stressed than others. Here’s a ranking of the most and least stressed states in America.
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Busy ER doctors say these 8 sleep tips help them ‘wake up refreshed' every day
ER doctors and authors Adaira Landry and Resa E. Lewiss share the top habits that help them get quality sleep.
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Is green tea good for you? Drinking it every day can provide these health benefits
Green tea has developed a reputation as a superfood and health elixir, but which claims are true? Here’s what experts say.
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Tweens are getting rashes from some skin care products popularized on social media, dermatologists say
Retinoids and hydroxy acids are common ingredients in trendy skin care products, but they can irritate young skin.