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Guest column | Reasons you should get a colonoscopy earlier than recommended - The Washington Post
health 2026/03/09 10:02:53

Guest column | Reasons you should get a colonoscopy earlier than recommended - The Washington Post

An oncologist explains the situations when doctors recommend getting screened for colorectal cancer before age 45.

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'It's a very unique biological specimen': The scientists using menstrual blood to diagnose diseases - BBC
health 2026/03/09 10:00:00

'It's a very unique biological specimen': The scientists using menstrual blood to diagnose diseases - BBC

From endometriosis and cervical cancer, to diabetes, vitamin D deficiency and pollution exposure, scientists are finding period blood offers a window into women’s wellbeing.

BBC News
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More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Trump cuts and RFK Jr.'s anti-fluoride fight aren't helping. - CBS News
health 2026/03/09 09:00:00

More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Trump cuts and RFK Jr.'s anti-fluoride fight aren't helping. - CBS News

Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.

CBS News
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The #1 Vegetable for Better Gut Health, Recommended by a Gastroenterologist - EatingWell
health 2026/03/09 05:00:00

The #1 Vegetable for Better Gut Health, Recommended by a Gastroenterologist - EatingWell

Leafy greens are the best vegetables for gut health. Gut health experts explain why, plus other tips to support your microbiome.

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People who stay mentally sharp well into their 80s don't do crossword puzzles or brain games — they all quit doing these 6 things that most people never realize are slowly eroding their cognitive flexibility - Silicon Canals
health 2026/03/09 04:00:55

People who stay mentally sharp well into their 80s don't do crossword puzzles or brain games — they all quit doing these 6 things that most people never realize are slowly eroding their cognitive flexibility - Silicon Canals

While brain-training apps promise cognitive longevity, the sharpest minds in their 80s and 90s have quietly abandoned six common habits that most of us don’t realize are turning our brains into autopilot machines.

Silicon Canals
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Scientists Find Sneaky Factor Impacts Brain Health, Increases Alzheimer’s Risk - AOL.com
health 2026/03/09 01:21:33

Scientists Find Sneaky Factor Impacts Brain Health, Increases Alzheimer’s Risk - AOL.com

New research suggests one environmental factor may increase your risk of heart disease and Alzheimer’s disease: air pollution. Here’s what you need to know.

AOL
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