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Are eggs bad for cholesterol? New study reveals how many you can eat
After years of doctors warning patients to avoid eggs for fear of raising their cholesterol, more and more research is disproving that notion.
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Biden announces new rule to protect consumers who purchase short-term health insurance plans
President Joe Biden is announcing new steps to protect consumers who buy short-term health insurance plans that critics say amount to junk.
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Novo Nordisk's $1,000 diabetes drug Ozempic can be made for less than $5 a month, study suggests
Researchers found Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic could be manufactured for an estimated 89 cents to $4.73 for a month’s supply, figures that include a profit margin.
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FDA approves Merck's drug for rare, deadly lung condition
The approval is a win for Merck, which is working to diversify its revenue stream as its blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda nears a loss of market exclusivity.
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How to avoid getting sick as norovirus outbreaks spike
Outbreaks of a nasty stomach virus are spiking, making millions of people sick. Norovirus is highly contagious, but as News4’s Eun Yang reports, there are ways to avoid getting sick and spreading the virus.
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Mifepristone access is coming before the US Supreme Court. How safe is this abortion pill?
The U.S. Supreme Court will take up a case Tuesday that could impact how women get access to mifepristone. That’s one of the two pills used in the most common type of abortion in the nation.
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Kate Middleton's diagnosis a reminder to pay attention to your body
The diagnosis for Kate, Princess of Wales, is a reminder that cancer can affect the young and healthy. News4’s Walter Morris shares a reminder that screenings save lives.
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A 6-year-old went into cardiac arrest after he was hit by a baseball. His mom saved his life
“It was hitting me that I’m doing CPR on my son.”
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Rare disorder causes man to see ‘demonic' faces
The condition causes faces to appear distorted. “My first thought was I woke up in a demon world,” the patient said
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A new type of bacteria was found in 50% of colon cancers. Many were aggressive cases
Scientists discovered that a common type of bacteria has two distinct subspecies. One of them shields tumor cells from cancer treatment.
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An ulcerative colitis flare led to dad, 34, receiving colon cancer diagnosis
Even after getting the flare under control, Michael Sheridan’s bowel movements didn’t seem right. It was early onset colon cancer.
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Woman, 25, announces her own death from cancer in final letter: ‘Enjoy the little things'
Her poignant last message, posted by her family on social media, has gone viral.
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Arizona lawmaker says she announced plans to get an abortion to underscore out-of-touch laws
A pregnant Arizona lawmaker who revealed in a speech in the state Senate that she’s planning to get an abortion says she wanted to share with the public the practical effects of abortion restrictions passed over the years. age.
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Medicare can now cover certain weight loss drugs in a big step for patients
Medicare patients can soon get coverage for Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy as long as it is prescribed to reduce their risk of heart attacks and strokes.
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New health warning issued about the dangers of water bead toys
The absorbent beads can grow to the size of a marble or golf ball when immersed in water. If swallowed, they can cause gastrointestinal blockages.
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In a warming world, children's allergies are getting worse. Here's what parents should know
Allergy season is getting longer and more intense as the planet warms. What can parents do to protect their children?