Health

Top Spots to Escape the Sweltering Heat This Season

As the mercury climbs this season, so does the danger of heat-related illnesses, sun damage, and dehydration. For many, the heat is too oppressive to enjoy extended periods outdoors. The wisest option is often to remain within — yet the convenience may come at the cost of soaring electricity expenses, as air conditioning runs incessantly (if it’s an option at …

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Ways to Enhance Your Colonoscopy Preparation and Minimize Discomfort

Colorectal cancer ranks as the third primary cause of oncological deaths for both genders in the U.S. and the second highest oncological mortality worldwide. However, there’s optimistic information: It is among the best preventable types of cancer. This is partly due to colonoscopic exams, wherein physicians inspect your large bowel with an instrument. A colonoscopy is deemed the most reliable …

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Less than 20% of Eligible US Citizens are Undergoing Recommended Screenings for Lung Cancer. Here’s Why.

Lung cancer is the most lethal type of cancer in the United States, yet recent studies indicate that a mere fraction of those who should be screened for the illness actually undergo the process. While the likelihood of staying current with lung cancer screenings increased with age, a paltry 5% of uninsured individuals reported participating in such screenings. This investigation, …

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1 in 5 children and adolescents globally have ‘excess weight,’ new study finds. Here’s what parents need to know about childhood obesity.

Excess weight and obesity in children and adolescents continue to be a global health issue. In fact, new research published by JAMA Pediatrics finds that, worldwide, 1 in 5 people under the age of 18 have experienced excess weight. The review of global studies revealed that the prevalence of obesity increased by 150% in the period covering 2012–2023 compared to …

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