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What should you do if your child hits their head during play or sports? Even a simple fall could lead to a brain injury—here’s what every parent needs to know to keep their kids safe.

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Child Concussion: What To Know If Your Child Takes a Blow To the Head

SUNDAY, April 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) — When a child tumbles to the floor from a blow to the head, a parent's inner alarms should sound. The child may have a brain injury. Here's what parents need to know:What is a concussion?A concussion is a mi...

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2 days ago

Did you know that conditions like migraines, blood clots, and even certain cancers could increase stroke risk—especially in people under 50? A new study reveals surprising risk factors that could more than double your chances—learn what to watch for.

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Stroke Among Younger Adults Linked To Non-Traditional Risks

Migraines, blood clots in veins, kidney or liver disease, and cancer aren’t typically considered conditions that put a person at increased danger for stroke

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3 days ago

What would you do if you suddenly couldn’t speak or move one side of your body? One mom’s terrifying morning turned out to be a major medical emergency—and her quick-thinking daughters helped save her life.

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Magnetic Stimulation Aids Speech Recovery Following Stroke

Lucy Mulloor woke one morning to find she couldn’t call out to her two daughters, who were bustling about the kitchen.She also couldn’t move the right side of her body, and only attracted her girls’ attention by falling to the floor after working her way to the side of th...

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4 days ago

Are you already feeling the sneezy, itchy effects of springtime allergies? You're not alone—but there are expert-backed ways to take control and breathe easier this season. Discover what you can do to ease your allergy symptoms tod#allergyreliefe#springallergiesr#pollenseasone#BreatheEasye#healthtipsh#SeasonalWellnesslness ... See moreSee less

Allergy Expert Gives Tips On Seasonal Allergies

Spring has sprung, and the battle with seasonal allergies is underway in earnest.But there’s a lot folks can do to manage their pollen-produced misery, according to

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5 days ago

Do you wonder if your child is getting enough outdoor playtime to support their development? A new study shows that just 30 minutes of active play each day can make a big difference in motor skill growth. Discover how simple daily habits can lead to stronger, more confident kids!

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Outdoor Play, Sports Can Promote Motor Skills In Youngsters

Children who spend more time playing outdoors or participating in different sports tend to develop better motor skills as they advance through elementary school, a new study says...

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6 days ago

What if your clothing could help detect your risk for heart disease? A new study reveals how a “smart shirt” with ECG tech tracks heart rate recovery and could become a game-changer in preventive heart health.

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Smart Shirt Might Predict Heart Problems

A “smart shirt” equipped with an electrocardiogram (ECG) can help identify folks who are at higher risk of heart disease, a new study says.The shirt monitors people&...

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7 days ago

Could your child’s favorite toy pose a hidden danger? Fisher-Price has recalled over 250,000 “Brunch & Go” stroller toys due to a choking risk — see if your family is affected and what to do next.

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Fisher-Price Recalls 253,000 Baby Toys Over Choking Risk

MONDAY, April 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Fisher-Price has recalled 253,000 baby stroller toys in the U.S. because of a choking risk, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). An additional 4,500 toys sold in Canada have also been recalled, according to a ...

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1 week ago

Could the meals you eat really help keep you out of the hospital? New research shows that home-delivered meals tailored to chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or cancer can boost health and save billions — find out how “Food Is Medicine” could change lives.

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Home-Delivered Medical Meals Could Prevent Millions Of Hospitalizations A Year

Home-delivered meals tailored to people’s chronic illnesses can prevent hospitalizations, help folks remain healthy and save billions of dollars each year, a new study says.In “Food Is Medicine” programs, people with conditions like

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1 week ago

Wondering how to keep your mind sharp as you get older? From fish oil to fitness routines, many older adults are giving it their all to stay mentally strong — discover which strategies may truly make a difference.

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How Savvy Habits May Help Head Off Dementia

From slurping daily spoonfuls of fish oil to giving up alcohol, lifting weights and playing word games, older Americans think just about anything that might keep their brains sharp is worth a try.After all, the risk of dementia — a loss of memory, problem-solving and thinking abiliti...

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1 week ago

Ever feel like your body is changing but you’re not sure why—long before your 50s? A new study shows that early menopause symptoms can sneak up sooner than many women expect. Learn what to watch for and how to manage the changes.

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Most Women Aren't Clear When Menopause Might Start

Early symptoms of menopause will first appear when many women least expect them, a new Ohio State University poll reports.

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2 weeks ago

Are your spring allergies feeling worse than ever this year? You’re not imagining it—the climate changing may be making allergy season longer and more intense. Find out what the research says and how to prepare.

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Seasonal Allergies Likely To Grow Worse Under Climate Change

Spring is officially here, and with it comes watery eyes, stuffy noses and constant sneezing for people with seasonal allergies.And climate change means things are only going to get worse for allergy suf...

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2 weeks ago

Can your pet bring you as much joy as your partner or best friend? A new study says yes — your furry companion might be the key to a happier, more satisfying life. Learn why pets could be your ultimate source of happiness!

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Pets May Boost Happiness As Much As Family or Friends

Your cat might not do the dishes, and your dog probably can’t fix your Wi-Fi, but they could be making you just as happy as a spouse or best friend.A new study found that having a furry friend may boost your overall life satisfaction as much as being married or regularly spending tim...

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2 weeks ago

What if the solution to caring for aging loved ones isn't hiring more help, but working together as a community? A new kind of co-op could be the answer to filling the caregiving gap — and it’s already showing promise.

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Co-ops Offer Welcome Alternative For Home Care Workers

There are all sorts of co-ops – credit unions, employee-owned businesses, utility providers, farmers’ cooperatives.But a new type of co-op might be the key to caring for aging Americans amid a shortage of paid caregivers, a new study suggests.Home care cooperatives could...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever struggled to sleep during a heatwave that just won’t let up—even at night? It turns out, those relentless hot days and nights could be doing more than just making you uncomfortable—they might be putting your heart at serious risk. Learn why “compound heatwaves” are more dangerous than you think.

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Heart-Related Deaths More Likely During Day/Night Heatwaves

More people die from heart problems during heatwaves where high temperatures stretch through both the day and night, a new study says.Heatwaves that offer no relief at night -- known as compound heatwaves -- are much more deadly than soaring daytime temperatures alone, researchers reported...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever noticed feeling more anxious, irritable, or down during days filled with wildfire smoke? It’s not just in your head—new research shows a link between short-term exposure to smoke-filled air and a spike in mental health issues. Find out how poor air quality could be affecting your mind as much as your lungs.

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Wildfire Smoke Increases Risk Of Mental Health Problems

Smoke from wildfires driving you mad?You’re not alone, a new study says.Short-term exposure to air choked with wildfire smoke increases peopl...

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2 weeks ago

Thinking about knee replacement surgery or supporting someone who is? Ever wonder what recovery actually looks like—how long the pain lasts, when you can walk again, or when life starts to feel normal?
Dr. Ayesha Abdeen, chief of hip and knee replacement surgery at Boston Medical Center, shares what to expect every step of the way—from day one to getting back to doing what you love.

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Knee Replacement Recovery Time: What You Need To Know

Wondering what recovery is really like after knee replacement surgery? Dr. Ayesha Abdeen, chief of hip and knee replacement surgery at Boston Medical Center, breaks down exactly what to expect -- from manag...

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3 weeks ago

Struggling to find time to exercise during the week? You're not alone—and the good news is, you might not have to! A new study shows that “weekend warriors” who squeeze all their workouts into just one or two days can get similar health benefits to those who spread their activity out during the week. Could this be the fitness flexibility we’ve all been waiting for?

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'Weekend Warriors' Reap Similar Health Benefits As Steady Exercisers

Life is busy, and some folks simply don’t have time until the weekend to work out.Turns out, that’s just fine for their health, a new study suggests.“Weekend warriors” who cram their week’s exercise into one or two days appear to gain as much benefit as...

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3 weeks ago

Have you heard of dysphagia? Most people haven’t—but maybe you should. While insomnia and vertigo are widely recognized (even inspiring movie titles), a condition called dysphagia—which affects swallowing—is actually more common. Yet, only 25% of Americans are aware of it, according to a new study. Why is this condition so overlooked, and who is at risk?

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Swallowing Disorder Not Widely Known, Understood By Public

Insomnia and vertigo are health conditions so well-known that movies have been named after them.But only a quarter of Americans know about a co...