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Closing Your Eyes Could Muffle Your Hearing - Neuroscience News
health 2026/03/17 16:53:25

Closing Your Eyes Could Muffle Your Hearing - Neuroscience News

Closing your eyes in noisy environments impairs hearing by causing the brain to “over-filter” sounds.

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Strength training is hot right now. Here’s how to do it properly. - The Washington Post
health 2026/03/17 16:00:00

Strength training is hot right now. Here’s how to do it properly. - The Washington Post

Five experts weigh in on exercise form, how much and how often to lift, whom to ask for help and how to do a pull-up correctly.

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5 Must-Know Updates in the New Cholesterol Guidelines - Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information
health 2026/03/17 15:59:59

5 Must-Know Updates in the New Cholesterol Guidelines - Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information

Leading medical groups have released new guidelines for managing cholesterol, calling for earlier screening, lower LDL targets, and several other major changes.

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You May Not Need as Much Strength Training as You Think to Build Muscle, Study Finds - Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information
health 2026/03/17 15:39:37

You May Not Need as Much Strength Training as You Think to Build Muscle, Study Finds - Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information

A study suggests that only an hour of strength training a week can build muscle. Here’s what to know—and how to craft your own muscle-boosting routine.

Health.com
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Family 'beyond devastated' after meningitis death in Kent - BBC
health 2026/03/17 15:28:04

Family 'beyond devastated' after meningitis death in Kent - BBC

Health officials confirm that cases in the Canterbury area increased from 13 to 15.

BBC News
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Stop ignoring subtle signs of cancer. A doctor explains when to get medical help. - Business Insider
health 2026/03/17 15:08:00

Stop ignoring subtle signs of cancer. A doctor explains when to get medical help. - Business Insider

Vague health issues like fatigue, stomach pain, and bloating often go away on their own, but can be early warning signs of cancer, said a doctor.

Business Insider
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