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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

AI Tech Cuts Radiation Risk in Medical Imaging

Medical imaging is a big deal. It helps doctors see inside the body. But it comes with a problem: radiation. Too much radiation can hurt both patients and doctors. A new AI system, called GenDSA-V2, is trying to fix this. This AI was trained on a huge amount of data. Over 5 million images from 46,

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Vaccines: More Than Just Disease Fighters for Seniors

Vaccines are like superheroes for older adults. They don't just shield them from serious illnesses like shingles, RSV, and flu. They also come with some surprising extra benefits. Let's take a closer look. First up, the shingles vaccine. It's a big deal because it cuts the risk of getting shingles

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Flu Season Hits Hard: What You Need to Know

Flu cases are climbing fast in the Mahoning and Shenango Valleys. This comes after a sad event: a teenager from Greene County in Ohio became the first child to die from the flu this season. Health officials are reminding everyone that the flu is serious and can be deadly. They say it's not too late

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

How MRI Scans Help in Prostate Cancer Surgery

Prostate cancer is a serious health issue. Doctors often use a procedure called robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) to treat it. This method is quite effective, but sometimes, cancer cells are left behind. This is known as a positive surgical margin (PSM). It happens in about one out of five

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Tiny Food Heroes: How Gut Bacteria Can Brighten Your Day

Ever thought about how your diet can influence your mood? It turns out, the food you eat can be a game-changer for both your physical and mental well-being. Let's dive into the fascinating world of fermented foods and their superpowers. Your gut is home to a bustling community of bacteria, both goo

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Small Changes, Big Impact: How One Man Beat High Cholesterol

A man in the UK found out his cholesterol was too high. He wanted to fix it without medicine. So, he changed his diet. He focused on eating more fiber. After six months, his cholesterol improved. He shared his simple tricks. Cholesterol is a fat in our body. We need it. But too much bad cholesterol

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Quick Checks for Heart Trouble: A New Tool for Paramedics

Paramedics face a big challenge when someone complains of chest pain. They must decide fast if the person is having a heart attack or not. The tools they use now aren't always reliable. But a new approach might help them make better choices. This new method combines a few things. It considers the p

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

How Early Seizures Might Affect Kids Later in Life

Researchers wanted to see how babies who had seizures in the first few weeks of life would do when they reached school age. They looked at kids around 5 or 6 years old who had these early seizures. The goal was to understand how these seizures might affect their development and what factors could pr

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Hidden Dangers in Your Makeup Bag

PFAS chemicals, also known as "forever chemicals, " are found in many makeup products. These chemicals do not break down easily and can stay in the body and environment for a long time. A recent study found over 50 different PFAS chemicals in more than 1, 700 beauty products. This is a lot of potent

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Being Kind is Good for Your Health

Kindness is more than just a nice idea. It's actually good for your health. It makes you feel better and helps others too. It's like a superpower that everyone has. You don't need to be a superhero to use it. Just a little bit of kindness can make a big difference. Kindness is about being nice, hel

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