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Shingles vaccine might lower risk of dementia
The newest shingles vaccine could reap a hidden benefit: A significant drop in their odds of developing…
Athletes can expect high ozone, pollen levels at Paris Olympics
High levels of ozone pollution and grass pollen are likely during the Paris Summer Olympics, researchers said.…
Double mastectomy may offer no survival benefit to breast cancer patients
Having a double mastectomy may not offer any real benefit in terms of survival, a new study of more than…
Some Abbott blood sugar monitors may give incorrect readings
Abbott has warned diabetes patients that some of its continuous blood sugar monitoring systems may need to be…
Odds of accidental gun death much higher in certain states
People in Southeastern states like Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama run the greatest risk of a gunshot…
Bird flu transmits mammal-to-mammal in new study
The bird flu is now jumping between species of mammals, a step that draws the virus closer to hopping into…
Where your body stores fat might affect risk of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s
Fat around your waist and arms may put you at heightened risk for neurological illnesses like Alzheimer's or…
Study: Pesticides rival smoking in raising risk of cancer
Farmers and folks living in agricultural areas may be exposed to levels of pesticides that confer cancer risks…
Moderate drinking won’t prolong your life, new research indicates
1 of 2 | Researchers say previous recommendations touting the life-extending benefit of wine…
Better screening key to closing ‘race gap’ in U.S. colon cancer deaths
Black Americans are almost a third more likely to die from colon cancer than their White peers, and one key to…