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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Little-Known Chemicals and Your Baby's Growth

Chemicals called PFAS are everywhere. They are in our water, food, and even the air. These chemicals are known as endocrine disruptors. This means they mess with the body's hormones. They can cause problems for growing kids, especially in the first two years of life. One way babies get these chemic

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Feeling Like a Fake in Surgery: Why It Happens and Who It Hits

Surgery residents often feel like they don't belong. This is called the imposter phenomenon. It's when someone feels like a fraud, even when they are skilled and qualified. A recent study looked at this issue. It aimed to find out how common it is. It also wanted to see if certain groups feel this w

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Breathing Trouble: How Energy Poverty Hits Kids' Health Hard

Energy poverty is a big deal. It's not just about having lights at night. It's about health, the environment, and making sure everyone has a fair shot at a good life. For kids under five in some of the world's poorest countries, it's a serious problem. They're breathing in dirty air from cooking fir

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Heart Health Concerns: Clozapine's Impact on Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Australians

Clozapine is a powerful drug used to treat certain mental health conditions. However, it's known to cause problems like diabetes and heart disease. A recent study looked at how this drug affects the heart health of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. The study found that a large number of pe

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Vitamin D Deficiency: A Hidden Challenge in Portugal

Vitamin D is crucial for our health. It helps our bones and overall well-being. But many people don't get enough of it. In Portugal, this is a big problem. Experts call this lack of vitamin D "hypovitaminosis D. " It's common there and in many other places. Doctors measure vitamin D in the blood. T

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Jan 08 2026FINANCE

Amneal Pharmaceuticals: A Stock on the Rise?

Amneal Pharmaceuticals, a company with a market value of $3. 98 billion, has been making waves in the healthcare sector. Over the past year, its stock has seen a significant increase of 69%. This growth has caught the attention of many investors and analysts alike. The company's success can be attr

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

The Healthcare Subsidy Showdown

Democrats are facing a tough situation with healthcare subsidies. They promised these subsidies as a temporary fix, but now they're fighting to keep them forever. It's a common trick they use: promise something short-term, then fight to make it permanent. This has led to a lot of government spending

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Many Americans Want to Lose Weight, but Few Take Action

In a recent survey, it was found that more than half of Americans want to lose weight. But, only a small number are actually doing something about it. This gap between wanting and doing has stayed the same for almost 30 years. The survey also showed that 41% of people think they are overweight. Half

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

New U. S. Guidelines: Less Alcohol, More Protein, and Fewer Processed Foods

The U. S. government has just rolled out its latest set of dietary guidelines. This time, they're taking a different approach to alcohol. Instead of telling people to stick to one or two drinks a day, they're simply advising folks to drink less. This shift is part of the bigger 2025-2030 Dietary Gui

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Hunger in the Shadows: Nepal's Hidden Struggle

In Nepal, a serious issue is often overlooked: many people struggle to get enough food. This is especially true for certain ethnic groups who face social exclusion. These groups find it hard to put food on the table, and this problem is not talked about enough. Food insecurity is a big deal worldwi

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