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BATON ROUGE, La. – Health officials in Louisiana are urging beachgoers to take precautions during a summertime surge in infections from a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters

Mo. — An Ava man is facing allegations of harassment and assault following an incident involving an off duty Douglas County detention officer at a local gym last November

The ketogenic diet (KD), a high-fat, low-carbohydrate dietary regimen widely used for drug-resistant epilepsy and weight management, has been increasingly applied in adolescents. However, its long-term effects on juvenile cardiac development and functional homeostasis remain poorly understood. Here, juvenile mice (postnatal day 28–84) were fed a KD, and the underlying mechanisms were further investigated in…

A new study reports that people with type 2 diabetes who take GLP-1 medications may lower their risk for fragility-related fractures

When it comes to choosing a place for retirement, coastal destinations, with their ocean views, salt air, and laid-back lifestyle, tend to top many lists. Scientific studies have also shown that proximity to the ocean promotes health, and some research even suggests that coastal living increases longevity. While this appeal often comes with a sizable…

A major US university is set to stop showing letter grades for first-semester freshmen in an effort to help students adjust to college life and address what it calls a growing mental health crisis among college-aged students

Using the right fitness and wellness tech can help you to achieve your goals and also help with recovery. As CNET’s resident fitness expert, I’ve tested everything from the best treadmills to smart rings and smart home gyms. As great as some of these products are, there are a few I keep coming back to…

Your immune system is your body’s defense against germs. When you are exposed to bacteria, viruses and other germs, your immune system works to fight them off

Another temporary emergency room closure in 100 Mile House is raising concerns as wildfires continue to threaten the region