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Statins don’t cause most of the side effects on package warnings, study finds - statnews.com
health 2026/02/05 23:34:34

Statins don’t cause most of the side effects on package warnings, study finds - statnews.com

Many people who should be taking statins avoid them for fear of side effects. A large new study says most of those side effects don’t actually show up.

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Scruffy 'Gremlin' Turns Into A Handsome Tuxedo Boy After A Bit Of TLC - The Dodo
health 2026/02/05 21:47:04

Scruffy 'Gremlin' Turns Into A Handsome Tuxedo Boy After A Bit Of TLC - The Dodo

“He was in such poor shape …"

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We have a miraculous anti-aging vaccine. Why aren’t more people getting it? - vox.com
health 2026/02/05 21:00:00

We have a miraculous anti-aging vaccine. Why aren’t more people getting it? - vox.com

Shingles and its side effects are one of the worst consequences from getting chickenpox as a kid. Thankfully, there’s a shot — and it may also keep your brain and body younger.

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Adult with measles visited grocery stores, restaurant, animal shelter in Northern Virginia - WTOP
health 2026/02/05 20:37:31

Adult with measles visited grocery stores, restaurant, animal shelter in Northern Virginia - WTOP

An adult from Northern Virginia has contracted measles, marking the commonwealth’s fifth case of the contagious virus this year.

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WDH reports flu-related death of Fremont County child - County 10
health 2026/02/05 18:37:17

WDH reports flu-related death of Fremont County child - County 10

A recently reported flu-related death of a Fremont County child is a sad reminder that influenza can be a serious disease and should not be overlooked, according to a Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) official. Dr. Alexia Harrist, State Health Officer with W…

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These patients saw what comes after death. Should we believe them? - The Washington Post
health 2026/02/05 18:00:11

These patients saw what comes after death. Should we believe them? - The Washington Post

Researchers have developed a model to explain the science of near-death experiences. Others have challenged it.

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