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Cardiologist says ‘total cholesterol is not the number that matters’; shares 6 markers that predict heart disease risk | Health - Hindustan Times
health 2026/02/12 13:32:54

Cardiologist says ‘total cholesterol is not the number that matters’; shares 6 markers that predict heart disease risk | Health - Hindustan Times

According to Dr Yaranov, total cholesterol numbers do not tell the whole story. He shares 6 markers that assess the risk of heart disease more accurately. | Health

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Scientists Find Surprising Reason Vitamin D May Not Work for You - Prevention
health 2026/02/12 13:31:13

Scientists Find Surprising Reason Vitamin D May Not Work for You - Prevention

Taking a magnesium supplement may help regulate the body’s production of vitamin D, according to recent research. Here, experts explain the findings.

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4 Things to Do Every Day If You Have High Cholesterol - EatingWell
health 2026/02/12 13:08:16

4 Things to Do Every Day If You Have High Cholesterol - EatingWell

Lifestyle habits can play a role in managing high cholesterol. Dietitians share 4 things to do every day if you have high cholesterol.

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Using GLP-1s to maintain a normal weight? There are benefits and risks - NPR
health 2026/02/12 13:00:00

Using GLP-1s to maintain a normal weight? There are benefits and risks - NPR

Drugs like Zepbound and Wegovy are intended for people who are overweight. Some patients are using them after bariatric surgery to keep pounds from creeping back. Others may just want to lose a few pounds.

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What happens when pregnant people discontinue antidepressants? - statnews.com
health 2026/02/12 12:50:56

What happens when pregnant people discontinue antidepressants? - statnews.com

And other health news from the Morning Rounds newsletter

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Highly Fatal Virus May Finally Be Treatable with First Vaccine–Clinical Trials Starting - Good News Network
health 2026/02/12 12:00:27

Highly Fatal Virus May Finally Be Treatable with First Vaccine–Clinical Trials Starting - Good News Network

Nipah virus fatality rates are 40% to 75%. It’s typically spread between humans and bats through people consuming contaminated tree fruit.

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