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13 Aug
Taking the Stairs May Lower Your Risk of Dying from Heart Disease
In a large, new analysis, people who regularly climbed stairs had a significantly lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and were less likely to suffer a heart attack, stroke or heart failure.
12 Aug
Endometriosis Linked to Higher Type 2 Diabetes Risk
A study of nearly 3 million women found those with endometriosis had a 46% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
11 Aug
Study Finds Undisclosed Chemicals in Most Personal Care Products
A study of 113 personal care and cleaning products found nearly all contained chemicals not disclosed on the label, and most contained at least one undisclosed chemical with known or suspected health hazards.
Rare Bacteria In Coastal Waters Has Killed 7 This Summer
THURSDAY, Aug. 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — At least seven people in Florida and Louisiana have died in recent weeks from a rare bacteria that can destroy skin and tissue.
Louisiana reported five deaths so far this year, while Florida recorded its second death of the year from Vibrio vulnificus, reports USA Today
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Socializing: A Prescription For Healthier Brain Aging
THURSDAY, Aug. 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Imagine heading to a doctor’s office for memory problems and getting a prescription to hang out with friends.
Prescriptions calling for “doses” of social engagement could help seniors’ brains age more gracefully, a new study says.
Activities like bingo, church g...
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Taking The Stairs May Lower Your Risk Of Dying From Heart Disease
THURSDAY, Aug. 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Taking the stairs instead of the elevator may do more for your health than you think.
A large study published in the American Journal of Cardiovascular Drugs found people who regularly climbed the stairs were 39% less likely to die from cardiovascular disease. And 24% less likely to...
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Sweet Tooth? It Could Be Shaping Your Decisions, Study Says
THURSDAY, Aug. 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A taste for sweets — ice cream, candy, chocolates, pastries — might provide a window into the way you make decisions, researchers say.
People with a sweet tooth are more apt to make impulsive choices — but not necessarily because they are impatient, researchers reported rec...
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Gambling Linked To Mental Health Problems Among College Students
THURSDAY, Aug. 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Gambling is a powerful temptation for today’s college students, and those hooked have a greater risk of deeper mental health issues, a new study says.
Student gambling frequently occurs alongside depression, anxiety and substance use, researchers reported recently in the Internatio...
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Stressed Parents Turn To Screens For Help, Study Finds
THURSDAY, Aug. 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Parents under stress are more likely to use screens to help manage their children, a new study says.
As stress levels rise, parents tend to use screens to help calm or occupy their children, researchers reported recently in the journal Family Relations.
They also are more like...
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