Health and Fitness
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Fragrances may seem harmless. But the research is raising alarm.
Dec 27, 2024 1:18 am - Phthalates — found in popular perfumes, nail polishes and hair care products — have been linked to numerous adverse health outcomes: insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease and impaired neurodevelopment.
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What is ‘whole person care’ really?Dec 27, 2024 12:55 am - “We treat the whole person.” Are health care providers really offering “whole-person care,” or is it simply an advertising strategy?
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Brown fat plays role in regulating body temperatureDec 27, 2024 12:39 am - Brown fat burns energy to regulate body temperature and plays a role in blood sugar metabolism. Adults can protect their brown fat with a healthy diet, exercise and spending time in cooler temperatures.
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5 health changes to try in the new year, according to experts
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FDA says decongestant in many cold medicines doesn’t work. So what does?
Dec 26, 2024 9:24 pm - U.S. officials are moving to phase out the leading decongestant found in hundreds of over-the-counter medicines, concluding that it doesn’t actually relieve nasal congestion, kicking off a process that's likely to force drugmakers to remove or reformulate products.
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Hines VA Hospital’s transplant center celebrates fourth anniversaryDec 26, 2024 9:21 pm - Hines VA Hospital's kidney transplant center has performed over 270 successful transplants since 2020.
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Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes
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New Year’s wellness resolutions for the whole familyDec 24, 2024 10:23 pm - New Year’s resolutions are a great opportunity to recommit to your health and well-being. But many people struggle with accountability, This is one reason setting resolutions as a family is a great idea.
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Chicago middle-schooler finds goose poop that has cancer-fighting compound
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What you should know about ‘informed consent’Dec 21, 2024 8:00 am - Informed consent is the basis for a trusting relationship between patient and provider while maintaining the patient’s autonomy. It helps avoid misunderstandings and lapses in communication and ensures the patient knows what to expect.