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FOX NEWS: How fighting with your spouse can make you sick

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How fighting with your spouse can make you sick Constant confrontation with your partner isn’t just bad for your relationship, it’s bad for your health. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Ndhe9z

FOX NEWS: Whole Foods issues recall of tortilla chips due to 'undeclared milk,' FDA says

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Whole Foods issues recall of tortilla chips due to 'undeclared milk,' FDA says If you’ve recently purchased 365 Everyday Value White Corn Tortilla Chips and have a milk allergy, beware: Whole Foods this week announced a recall of the chips because the product may contain “undeclared milk,” the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xO1ghE

FOX NEWS: Massachusetts fire department welcomes 9 babies in 1 year

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Massachusetts fire department welcomes 9 babies in 1 year These adorable pictures show a baby boom at a U.S. firehouse after nine firefighters welcomed babies in the space of a year. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NdhcOZ

FOX NEWS: Boy Scouts neckerchief sliders recalled due to high levels of lead

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Boy Scouts neckerchief sliders recalled due to high levels of lead Approximately 110,000 Boy Scouts neckerchief sliders have been recalled over lead content, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said Wednesday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xQ7MV4

FOX NEWS: High school football player sidelined as he waits for kidney

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High school football player sidelined as he waits for kidney A high school football player’s dreams were dashed last year when a rolled ankle led to the discovery of chronic kidney disease. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NcfAFu

FOX NEWS: Flu season last winter killed the most people since the 1970s, CDC says

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Flu season last winter killed the most people since the 1970s, CDC says Tens of thousands of American deaths last winter are believed to have been caused by the flu and its related complications, according to government officials, making it the most severe in at least four decades. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xKgG6r

FOX NEWS: Mom's warning about public bathroom changing tables goes viral

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Mom's warning about public bathroom changing tables goes viral A mother in Indiana is hoping to catch the attention of parents nationwide with her message about the importance of cleaning infant changing areas in rest stops and public areas. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NaFrxz

Sloan Kettering Executive Turns Over Windfall Stake in Biotech Start-Up

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By KATIE THOMAS and CHARLES ORNSTEIN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2xOKzCv

FOX NEWS: Florida mom claims newborn mistakenly breastfed by another woman

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Florida mom claims newborn mistakenly breastfed by another woman A new mom in Orange Park, Florida claims her newborn son was mistakenly breastfed by a different woman. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NSvPfW

FOX NEWS: How fighting with your spouse can make you sick

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How fighting with your spouse can make you sick Constant confrontation with your partner isn’t just bad for your relationship, it’s bad for your health. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2N8YyIk

Boy Who Was Tongue-Tied Speaks for First Time

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By STORYFUL from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2xMm1dr

FOX NEWS: North Carolina residents should avoid Florence-affected waters, officials say

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North Carolina residents should avoid Florence-affected waters, officials say In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, the North Carolina Coastal Federation on Thursday issued a strong warning for residents hoping to take a swim: Stay out of ocean and intracoastal waters. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Nct3gB

FOX NEWS: How fighting with your spouse can make you sick

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How fighting with your spouse can make you sick Constant confrontation with your partner isn’t just bad for your relationship, it’s bad for your health. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2R9Aw2Q

Ebola Likely to Spread From Congo to Uganda, W.H.O. Says

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By DONALD G. McNEIL Jr. from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2NKYQKx

FOX NEWS: Actress Cheryl Hines on the awkwardness of menopause

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Actress Cheryl Hines on the awkwardness of menopause Painful sex due to menopause isn’t the most comfortable topic to talk about, but actress and "Curb your Enthusiasm" star Cheryl Hines is opening up about the “painfully awkward conversation” to help educate more women about the possible treatments. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2OWXEjC

FOX NEWS: Actress Cheryl Hines says it’s ‘OK’ to talk about painful sex

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Actress Cheryl Hines says it’s ‘OK’ to talk about painful sex Painful sex due to menopause isn’t the most comfortable topic to talk about, but actress and "Curb your Enthusiasm" star Cheryl Hines is opening up about the “painfully awkward conversation” to help educate more women about the possible treatments. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2QlBNmz

FOX NEWS: Whole Foods issues recall of tortilla chips due to 'undeclared milk,' FDA says

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Whole Foods issues recall of tortilla chips due to 'undeclared milk,' FDA says If you’ve recently purchased 365 Everyday Value White Corn Tortilla Chips and have a milk allergy, beware: Whole Foods this week announced a recall of the chips because the product may contain “undeclared milk,” the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xX0a28

In the Nursing Home, Empty Beds and Quiet Halls

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By PAULA SPAN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2DFhTBk

FOX NEWS: Dad's apology to parents of hospital-stricken kids goes viral

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Dad's apology to parents of hospital-stricken kids goes viral A dad’s heartfelt message to parents of children battling illnesses has gone viral after the hospital where his son has been treated shared it. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2R4vTHD

FOX NEWS: Police officer diagnosed with brain cancer returns to force

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Police officer diagnosed with brain cancer returns to force A police officer in Illinois made his triumphant return to the force two weeks ago, just seven months after being diagnosed with brain cancer. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2QeOWha

FOX NEWS: UK's Pret chain vows 'meaningful change' after allergy death

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UK's Pret chain vows 'meaningful change' after allergy death The chief executive of British restaurant chain Pret A Manger has apologized to the family of a 15-year-old girl who died after suffering an allergic reaction to a sandwich she bought at London's Heathrow Airport. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xY04Yd

FOX NEWS: Sisters diagnosed with rare disease weeks apart recovering from brain surgeries

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Sisters diagnosed with rare disease weeks apart recovering from brain surgeries Two sisters diagnosed with the same one-in-a-million disease weeks apart are recovering side by side after undergoing matching brain surgeries. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2R1tzRD

FOX NEWS: 'Miracle' baby who weighed under 2 pounds thriving 6 months later

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'Miracle' baby who weighed under 2 pounds thriving 6 months later A “miracle” baby born severely prematurely and weighing less than a bag of sugar has defied the odds, and six months later is now a thriving little girl. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2OkITKt

FOX NEWS: Massachusetts fire department welcomes 9 babies in 1 year

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Massachusetts fire department welcomes 9 babies in 1 year These adorable pictures show a baby boom at a U.S. firehouse after nine firefighters welcomed babies in the space of a year. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Imy7y3

Not All Women Have a Clear Answer for How Sexual Assault Affected Them. That Doesn’t Mean It Had No Effect.

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By HEATHER MURPHY from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2R5SBz5

FOX NEWS: Puppies linked to 'multidrug-resistant' infection, CDC says

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Puppies linked to 'multidrug-resistant' infection, CDC says Could man’s best friend be linked to a multidrug-resistant bacterial infection? According to a recent Center for Disease Control and Prevention report, the answer is yes. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xUwcfa

FOX NEWS: Boy Scouts neckerchief sliders recalled due to high levels of lead

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Boy Scouts neckerchief sliders recalled due to high levels of lead Approximately 110,000 Boy Scouts neckerchief sliders have been recalled over lead amount, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said Tuesday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xGTwh0

Scientists discover genetic basis for how harmful algae blooms become toxic

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Scientists discover genetic basis for how harmful algae blooms become toxic Scientists have uncovered the genetic basis for the production of domoic acid, a potent neurotoxin produced by certain harmful algae blooms. In a new study appearing in this week's issue of the journal Science , researchers identified a cluster of genes related to the production of domoic acid in microscopic plants, or phytoplankton, called Pseudo-nitzschia . The researchers, whose work is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), found that the genes ... More at https://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=296536&WT.mc_id=USNSF_51&WT.mc_ev=click This is an NSF News item. Published September 27, 2018 at 07:00PM Read more at nsf.gov

FOX NEWS: Is your hospital bill accurate?

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Is your hospital bill accurate? Surprise hospital bills and bogus charges are more common than you might think. Here’s how you can push back when you find a problem. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Q8Gksa

FOX NEWS: CDC says 80,000 died from the flu last year

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CDC says 80,000 died from the flu last year The Centers for Disease Control says last year's flu season was the deadliest in at least 40 years. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Ofr1Re

FOX NEWS: High school football player sidelined as he waits for kidney

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High school football player sidelined as he waits for kidney A high school football player’s dreams were dashed last year when a rolled ankle led to the discovery of chronic kidney disease. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2R2r8hs

FOX NEWS: Number of newborns born with syphilis doubles in 4 years, CDC reports

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Number of newborns born with syphilis doubles in 4 years, CDC reports The number of newborns born with syphilis has reached a 20-year high, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Tuesday, tracking a general increase in several sexually transmitted infections. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2zzWhlK

NSF awards new level of support for tribal colleges, establishes STEM centers

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NSF awards new level of support for tribal colleges, establishes STEM centers The National Science Foundation's (NSF) Tribal Colleges and Universities Program (TCUP) has awarded $14 million to tribal colleges and universities (TCUs) to establish four new centers -- the first of their kind. The Tribal Enterprise Advancement (TEA) centers will build upon the scientific and engineering (S&E) expertise at the TCUs to prepare the next generation of scientific professionals who will serve as the decision-makers and intellectual resources for their tribes and ... More at https://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=296661&WT.mc_id=USNSF_51&WT.mc_ev=click This is an NSF News item. Published September 26, 2018 at 10:09PM Read more at nsf.gov

FOX NEWS: Flu season last winter killed the most people since the 1970s, CDC says

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Flu season last winter killed the most people since the 1970s, CDC says Tens of thousands of American deaths last winter are believed to have been caused by the flu and its related complications, according to government officials, making it the most severe in at least four decades. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2R2nxjJ

FOX NEWS: A mom’s warning: Public changing tables used by drug addicts

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A mom’s warning: Public changing tables used by drug addicts Jessica Wayman, a mother and a recovering addict, posted photos to Facebook of a changing area with black marks on it and revealed that it could be left over residue from drug use. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Of764L

In Rare Bipartisan Accord, House and Senate Reach Compromise on Opioid Bill

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By ABBY GOODNOUGH from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2OdztjU

FOX NEWS: UK health care worker contracts rare monkeypox virus in third case

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UK health care worker contracts rare monkeypox virus in third case A health worker in northern England has become the third person in Britain to contract a rare illness caused by a monkeypox virus after caring for a patient infected with the disease following travel to Nigeria, health officials said on Wednesday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2DxEwYe

FOX NEWS: Mom's warning about public bathroom changing tables goes viral

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Mom's warning about public bathroom changing tables goes viral A mother in Indiana is hoping to catch the attention of parents nationwide with her message about the importance of cleaning infant changing areas in rest stops and public areas. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NGGGtw

FOX NEWS: Man who lost hand in sausage-making ordeal cut off own arm

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Man who lost hand in sausage-making ordeal cut off own arm A North Dakota man who lost a hand while making sausage says he was forced to cut off his arm above the wrist with a butcher knife when it became stuck in an electric meat mixer. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2R0bBig

FOX NEWS: Bride paralyzed in boogie board accident days after Maui wedding

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Bride paralyzed in boogie board accident days after Maui wedding A Texas bride celebrating her dream wedding in Maui was paralyzed in a tragic accident while boogie boarding just four days after saying “I do.” via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2OPQpdi

FOX NEWS: Dad diagnosed with brain tumor during family trip to Universal

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Dad diagnosed with brain tumor during family trip to Universal A dad-of-two has spoken of his holiday horror after he was diagnosed with a brain tumor during a dream family trip to Florida. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xOhmH6

FOX NEWS: Baby who lived just 9 days saves another through organ donation

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Baby who lived just 9 days saves another through organ donation A grief-stricken couple whose daughter lived for just nine days say they are proud that her tiny organs were able to help save the life of another baby. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2xOMtSV

Cancer Center Switches Focus on Fund-Raising as Problems Mount

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By KATIE THOMAS and CHARLES ORNSTEIN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2Du1PSX

They Say Sexual Assault, Kavanaugh Says It Never Happened: Sifting Truth From Memory

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By BENEDICT CAREY and JAN HOFFMAN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2xS2HKP

FOX NEWS: Paralyzed patients take first steps after implant, intense rehab

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Paralyzed patients take first steps after implant, intense rehab Three people whose legs were paralyzed for years can stand and take steps again thanks to an electrical implant that zaps the injured spinal cord — along with months of intense rehab, researchers reported Monday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Q0a0aM

FOX NEWS: Researchers develop 'world's first' Alzheimer's treatment, study claims

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Researchers develop 'world's first' Alzheimer's treatment, study claims Scientists have developed a new way of battling Alzheimer’s. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2O8EtXc

FOX NEWS: College football running back forced to retire over neck condition

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College football running back forced to retire over neck condition Northwestern running back Jeremy Larkin will be forced to retire from football due to an ongoing neck condition, the school announced Monday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2OR7h3B

FOX NEWS: Pills for appendicitis? Surgery often not needed, study says

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Pills for appendicitis? Surgery often not needed, study says A new study says surgery isn't always needed for appendicitis and that antibiotics instead can often do the trick. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2OevzHq

FOX NEWS: Experiment that kills mosquitoes to stop malaria a success

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Experiment that kills mosquitoes to stop malaria a success Researchers at Imperial College London were able to stop the reproduction of caged Anopheles gambiae, a species of mosquito that is one of the major culprits in the spread of malaria. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2QU6uAl

FOX NEWS: Georgia jury awards $31M over boy's botched circumcision

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Georgia jury awards $31M over boy's botched circumcision A law firm says a Georgia jury has awarded $31 million to a boy for a botched circumcision he received as a newborn. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NEzFcE