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The truth about why you feel more aches and pains in the cold weather — and what to do about it

The truth about why you feel more aches and pains in the cold weather — and what to do about it

Doctors detail why so many people experience more aches and pains during the colder weather — and how to stay healthy and ward off discomfort by taking smart health steps.

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The Quiet Thrill of Keeping a Secret

The Quiet Thrill of Keeping a Secret

New research suggests keeping good news to yourself can be energizing.

The New York Times

Nurse who died by suicide inspires calls for change in health care system: ‘Need to take care of each other'

Nurse who died by suicide inspires calls for change in health care system: ‘Need to take care of each other'

Tristin Kate Smith, an ER nurse in Dayton, Ohio, took her own life on Aug. 7, leaving behind a note calling the health care system her "abuser." Her family and health professionals want change.

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Hidden belly fat could signal Alzheimer’s disease risk 15 years before symptoms show up, study finds

Hidden belly fat could signal Alzheimer’s disease risk 15 years before symptoms show up, study finds

Fat buried deep within the belly can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to research released from the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) on Monday.

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Coffee and COVID: Could drinking 1 or 2 cups a day reduce the severity of the viral illness?

Coffee and COVID: Could drinking 1 or 2 cups a day reduce the severity of the viral illness?

Drinking coffee daily could provide protection against COVID, suggests a new study from China Medical University. Fox News Digital spoke to doctors, who raised some questions.

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Menopause And Dementia Risk: Here’s What to Know

Menopause And Dementia Risk: Here’s What to Know

Neurological changes and menopausal symptoms are linked to dementia for some. Here’s what to know.

The New York Times

COVID is not a concern for Americans heading into Christmas, survey finds: 'Just another virus'

COVID is not a concern for Americans heading into Christmas, survey finds: 'Just another virus'

A new study from KFF revealed that most Americans aren’t worried about COVID-19 spread or prevention during the holidays. Dr. Nicole Saphier weighs in on why the virus isn't concerning people.

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Sleep problems worsen during the winter, US adults say in new survey

Sleep problems worsen during the winter, US adults say in new survey

Half of Americans would trade a year of internet access in exchange for better sleep, according to a survey of 2,000 U.S. adults, which was commissioned by Mattress Firm and conducted by OnePoll.

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Why Does Red Wine Cause a Headache?

Why Does Red Wine Cause a Headache?

Is it sulfites, tannins or another culprit? Here’s what the research says about the migraines some people get with a glass of merlot.

The New York Times

Why We’re Still Breathing Dirty Indoor Air

Why We’re Still Breathing Dirty Indoor Air

The pandemic and recent wildfires have shown how unhealthy indoor air can be. But scientific and governmental inertia have slowed the necessary remedies.

The New York Times

Patients with metastatic colorectal cancer could find hope in new FDA-approved treatment

Patients with metastatic colorectal cancer could find hope in new FDA-approved treatment

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Nov. 8 approved a new oral medicine called Fruzaqla (fruquintinib) for the treatment of patients with previously treated metastatic colorectal cancer.

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Thanksgiving Is All About Food. Will Ozempic Make It Better or Worse?

Thanksgiving Is All About Food. Will Ozempic Make It Better or Worse?

The weight-loss drugs that have swept into the cultural conversation crash into a holiday that’s all about food.

The New York Times

When should older drivers have to stop driving?

When should older drivers have to stop driving?

Tina Paff, president of Bick's Driving School in Ohio, spoke with Fox News Digital about how to ensure safety on the road for aging drivers — and how family members can recognize the warning signs.

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Experts recommend isolating dogs amid respiratory 'mystery illness'

Experts recommend isolating dogs amid respiratory 'mystery illness'

Experts believe the unidentified condition, which leads to severe antibiotic-resistant pneumonia, is contagious and contracted by dogs in group settings

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Kids’ sleep problems could be inherited, new research suggests

Kids’ sleep problems could be inherited, new research suggests

For the 30% of children who have problems falling or staying asleep, their genes may be to blame, according to a 15-year study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry.

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How to Avoid Awkward Thanksgiving Dinner Conversations: Tips From Experts

How to Avoid Awkward Thanksgiving Dinner Conversations: Tips From Experts

Setting boundaries can diffuse tension, experts say. Here’s how they do it.

The New York Times

Sickle-Cell Treatment Created With Gene Editing Wins U.K. Approval

Sickle-Cell Treatment Created With Gene Editing Wins U.K. Approval

The first treatment that relies on CRISPR is expected to receive U.S. approval next month. But it may cost millions of dollars per patient.

The New York Times

COVID and flu vaccine rates are declining for US health care workers, CDC reports: ‘Disturbing trend’

COVID and flu vaccine rates are declining for US health care workers, CDC reports: ‘Disturbing trend’

Fewer U.S. health care workers are keeping up to date on their COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, according to two separate reports this week from the CDC. Two doctors gave input.

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Cannabis for Seniors: Why Older Adults Are Opting for Medical Marijuana

Cannabis for Seniors: Why Older Adults Are Opting for Medical Marijuana

Older people are using cannabis more than ever. Here’s what to know about its potential medicinal benefits and side effects as we age.

The New York Times

Measles Cases and Deaths Climb Across the Globe

Measles Cases and Deaths Climb Across the Globe

The virus sickened an estimated nine million people worldwide in 2022, most of them children.

The New York Times

Older adult women caregivers have lower death rates than non-caregivers, study finds: ‘A sense of purpose’

Older adult women caregivers have lower death rates than non-caregivers, study finds: ‘A sense of purpose’

Caregiving was associated with a lower risk of death in older women in the U.S., per a recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. Psychologists offer input.

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How to Salvage Your Day After a Bad Night’s Sleep

How to Salvage Your Day After a Bad Night’s Sleep

You’ll need to adjust for your shortcomings (and take a well-timed nap).

The New York Times