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Air Pollution Exposure Linked to Increased Dementia Risk, New Research Shows

Sep 22, 2025 19:54 Health 17

New research is strengthening the link between long-term exposure to air pollution and an increased risk of developing dementia. The study, published this week in a leading medical journal, analyzed d...

Pennsylvania Advocates Champion Expanded Access to Prostate Cancer Screenings

Sep 22, 2025 19:45 Health 27

Advocates in Pennsylvania are intensifying their efforts to broaden access to prostate cancer screenings, citing disparities and the critical need for early detection. The push comes amid growing conc...

Madison County Resident Diagnosed with Rare, Deadly Mosquito-Borne Virus

Sep 22, 2025 19:44 Health 18

Madison County health officials have confirmed the first human case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) ever recorded in the county. The diagnosis has triggered a public health alert, urging resident...

Idebenone Treatment for Leber's Optic Neuropathy Faces Scrutiny, Sparks Hope

Sep 22, 2025 18:49 Health 10

A potential treatment for Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), a rare inherited mitochondrial disease that leads to vision loss, is currently under review, igniting both hope and cautious anticip...

South Carolina Resident Dies From Mosquito-Borne Virus Complicating Health Concerns

Sep 22, 2025 18:36 Health 10

South Carolina health officials have confirmed the death of a resident due to a mosquito-borne virus, marking a grim reminder of the ongoing threat posed by these diseases. The individual, whose ident...

Magnesium Powers Up: Seven Health Conditions It Can Naturally Treat

Sep 22, 2025 18:22 Health 10

Magnesium, an essential mineral often overlooked, plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being. While many associate it with bone health, its benefits extend far beyond, influenci...

Measles Cases Surge in Arizona and Utah, Sparking Public Health Concerns

Sep 22, 2025 18:20 Health 12

Health officials in Arizona and Utah are scrambling to contain a growing measles outbreak, raising concerns about the potential for wider spread and the effectiveness of current vaccination efforts. T...

Red Light Therapy: Does the Science Support the Glowing Claims?

Sep 22, 2025 18:07 Health 11

Red light therapy, a treatment involving low-level wavelengths of light, has surged in popularity, promising a range of benefits from skin rejuvenation to pain relief. But is the hype justified? While...

Maryland Health Department Updates Vaccine Guidelines for Fall and Winter

Sep 22, 2025 17:53 Health 13

The Maryland Department of Health has released updated vaccine recommendations for the upcoming fall and winter seasons, urging residents to stay protected against respiratory illnesses. The updated g...

Perimenopause Symptoms Women Should Never Ignore: Experts Urge Awareness

Sep 22, 2025 17:44 Health 9

Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, often brings a cascade of physical and emotional changes that women should not ignore. While menopause marks the end of menstruation, per...