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Jun 04 2026HEALTH

How Reliable Are Self-Reported Menopause Ages?

Researchers wanted to check if women could accurately remember when their periods stopped naturally without medical records. They studied a large group over many years to see if these memories were consistent. The study focused on whether self-reported menopause ages matched up over time. Self-repo

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Jun 04 2026HEALTH

A New Look at Blood Tests for Autoimmune Diseases

Doctors often rely on blood tests to spot autoimmune diseases early. One method checks for specific markers called antinuclear antibodies (ANA). These antibodies sometimes attack the body’s own cells by mistake. A recent study compared two ways to detect ANA in a large group of people. One method us

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Jun 04 2026BUSINESS

Nurses push back as hospital system faces union push and layoffs

Across Chicago’s northern suburbs, nurses at four hospitals are fighting more than just long shifts—they’re battling their employer over how workers should have a say in their jobs. Nearly 3, 000 nurses at Endeavor Health hospitals like Evanston, Skokie, and Glenbrook have been openly organizing sin

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Jun 04 2026HEALTH

How Apple Watch data gets smarter with CardioBot’s new light and heart insights

CardioBot just added something new to its health toolkit and it’s not just another step count or heart rate alert. The app now looks at how much daylight you get each day and ties that back to how you feel physically. Your Apple Watch already tracks sun exposure without you noticing, but CardioBot a

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Jun 04 2026HEALTH

Ohio debates the need for another top trauma center in Cleveland

Some Ohio lawmakers aren’t convinced Cleveland needs a third Level 1 trauma center, despite plans by Cleveland Clinic to build one by 2028. Eleven state legislators recently asked the hospital system to pause and prove why the region truly needs the extra facility. They argue that expanding care sho

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Jun 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A new crime thriller series drops soon with a famous star /

Next month brings a fresh escape story on Apple’s screen. A new limited show called “Lucky” puts Anya Taylor-Joy in the role of Lucky, a smooth-talking thief who pulls off one bad robbery too many. The job falls apart fast: money goes missing, her crew scatters, and one very angry crime boss starts

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Jun 04 2026WEATHER

A Quick Weather Check for New England This Weekend

This weekend in New England will feel like a classic spring flip-flop—sunny and warm one day, then damp and cooler the next. Friday looks like the star of the weekend, with most spots hitting the high 80s or near 90. But don’t expect the coast to join the party. Places like Cape Cod and the islands

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Jun 04 2026WEATHER

Northeast Ohio braces for summer storms after a dry spell

Northeast Ohio has enjoyed a stretch of clear, sunny days with little change in weather. From now until Friday, the region will stay mostly dry under a stable weather system pushing in from the north. Daily highs will rise gradually—from the mid-70s on Wednesday to the upper 80s by Friday—as warmer

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Jun 03 2026POLITICS

Ultra‑Processed Foods: A Call for Action

The new edition of a leading public health journal urges lawmakers to step up against ultra‑processed foods. Researchers from many fields joined forces, showing that people across the political spectrum see these products as addictive and linked to obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. A surve

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Jun 03 2026HEALTH

Brain Boost: How Acupuncture and Good Food Can Help Your Memory

A lot of people notice their memory slipping as they grow older. This is a quiet problem that many families face, especially when a loved one has Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia. There is hope, however. Two approaches—acupuncture and proper nutrition—have shown promise in protecting the brai

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