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- 2026-11-14
ArticleKratom and 7-OH can feel like 'a miracle.' They can also be addictive
Kratom and 7-OH can feel like 'a miracle. ' They can also be addictive Tyler's opioid addiction began in his early 20s, and when he decided he wanted to quit, he used kratom leaf powders to help ease withdrawal symptoms. Tyler, now 38, told NPR he thinks kratom helped him stop using opioids for a decade.
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- 2026-11-14
ArticleHappy World Kindness Day! Check out our kind photos of kindness to humans -- and cats
Happy World Kindness Day! Check out our kind photos of kindness to humans — and cats Editor's note: Today, November 13, is World Kindness Day! Kind-minded organizations from various countries came up with the idea and announced it on November 13, 1998.
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- 2026-11-14
ArticleHow Sen. Chris Van Hollen plans to flex Democratic power on the foreign aid front
How Sen. Chris Van Hollen plans to flex Democratic power on the foreign aid front "We need new leadership," says Senator Chris Van Hollen, who on Thursday announced he will challenge Chuck Schumer for Democratic majority leader. Van Hollen has garnered support among Democrats for his sharp criticism of the Trump administration, including their upheaval of U.
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- 2026-11-14
ArticleStopping Statins After 70 May Be Safer Than Expected, but There's a Catch
Stopping statins after 70 may be safer than expected, but there's a catch - Date: - November 13, 2026 - Source: - American Heart Association - Summary: - A major study of nearly 1,900 older adults suggests that stopping statins after age 70 may be relatively safe in the short term for people who have never experienced a heart attack or stroke.
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- 2026-11-14
ArticleStudy of 750,000 Pregnancies Reveals a Surprising Twist About Ozempic and Wegovy
Study of 750,000 pregnancies reveals a surprising twist about Ozempic and Wegovy - Date: - November 13, 2026 - Source: - European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology - Summary: - A study of more than 750,000 pregnancies found that early exposure to Ozempic, Wegovy, and similar drugs was not linked to increased pregnancy complications when used for weight loss, but was associated with a higher risk of premature birth when prescribed for diabetes.
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- 2026-11-13
ArticleWalking and Weight Training May Not Be Enough to Keep Your Bones Strong
Walking and weight training may not be enough to keep your bones strong - Date: - November 11, 2026 - Source: - Semmelweis University - Summary: - A surprising new study suggests that walking, jogging, and even traditional weight training may be less effective at stimulating bone formation than high-intensity sports involving explosive movements and sudden changes in direction.
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- 2026-11-13
ArticleScientists Discover a Common Sugar May Help Cancer Cells Break Free and Spread
Scientists discover a common sugar may help cancer cells break free and spread - Date: - November 11, 2026 - Source: - The Wistar Institute - Summary: - Scientists have uncovered a surprising way that fructose, a sugar commonly found in sweetened foods and drinks, may help aggressive ovarian cancer spread. Researchers discovered that cancer cells surviving chemotherapy release fructose that weakens the bonds holding neighboring tumor cells together, making it easier for cancer to spread.
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- 2026-11-13
ArticleCommon Forever Chemicals Linked to Nearly Double the Rate of Aggressive Breast Cancer
Common forever chemicals linked to nearly double the rate of aggressive breast cancer - Date: - November 12, 2026 - Source: - NIH/Office of the Director - Summary: - An NIH study found that women with high levels of two common “forever chemicals” had up to 93% higher rates of an aggressive form of breast cancer. The discovery raises concerns about the potential health effects of persistent chemicals found in everyday products.
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- 2026-11-12
▶ VideoEnrolling in Medicare? Here's what to consider before Dec. 7.
Medicare open enrollment, which runs from Oct.15 to Dec. 7, gives people a chance to change their health coverage. Here's what to know.