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Severe obesity is on the rise in the US

YoopyaSep 24, 2024September 24, 20240

Obesity is high and holding steady in the U.S., but the proportion of those with severe obesity — especially women — has climbed since a decade ago,

Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month

YoopyaSep 23, 2024September 23, 20240

WASHINGTON (AP) — Starting this month, Americans will be able to order free COVID-19 test kits that will be mailed to their homes. U.S. households will be

A rare but deadly mosquito virus infection has Massachusetts towns urging vigilance

YoopyaAug 26, 2024August 26, 20240

A rare but deadly disease spread by mosquitoes has one town in Massachusetts closing its parks and fields each evening. Four other towns are urging

What is mpox? A microbiologist explains what’s known about this smallpox cousin

YoopyaAug 15, 2024August 15, 20240

On Aug. 14, 2024, the World Health Organization declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern. There have been over 15,600 cases and over 530

Racism and discrimination lead to faster aging through brain network changes, new study finds

YoopyaAug 6, 2024August 6, 20240

Racism steals time from people’s lives – possibly because of the space it occupies in the mind. In a new study published in the journal

Menstrual cycle is a vital sign and important indicator of overall health − 2 reproductive health experts explain

YoopyaAug 6, 2024August 9, 20240

“When was your last period?” For anyone who menstruates, this is a routine question during any visit to your doctor. Health care providers generally ask

Extreme heat and some medicines can be a risky combo. Here’s what to know

YoopyaJul 24, 2024July 24, 20240

Extreme heat can raise the danger of heat-related illnesses and threaten health in a more subtle way — by amplifying the side effects of many

Boost your immune system with this centuries-old health hack: Vaccines

YoopyaJun 21, 2024June 21, 20240

There are a dizzying number of tips, hacks and recommendations on how to stay healthy, from dietary supplements to what color of clothes promotes optimal wellness. Some of these tips are

6 Simple Breathing Exercises to Deal with Stress

YoopyaJun 5, 2024June 5, 20240

Breathing is something we all do throughout our lives. We all know that if we don’t breathe, we will die. Breathing is the body’s reflex

3 easy Ways to Drink More Water

YoopyaJun 3, 2024June 3, 20240

With a little research, it’s clear that no one actually knows where the saying that you should drink 8 cups of water a day came