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'I feel a migraine coming on, what can I do right away?': Ask a doctor

People who suffer from migraines — one out of every seven people globally, statistics show — know that time is of the essence. When the first signs and symptoms appear, taking quick action can help stop the headache in its tracks — while failing to take those steps can result in a potentially debilitating episode....

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Mpox declared public health emergency in Africa as authorities battle multiple variants

The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared this week that the increasing spread of mpox across the continent is a health emergency, warning the virus might ultimately spill across international borders. On Wednesday, the World Health Organization is convening its own expert meeting to consider making a similar emergency declaration over mpox. The...

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Men's cancer warnings, rare diseases revealed, and babies' chiropractic care

CONTROVERSIAL ‘CURE’ – Doctors clash on the safety of chiropractic care for babies, as one family claims that adjustments transformed their fussy newborn. Continue reading… ALARMING SPIKE – A new study finds that men’s cancer deaths are expected to skyrocket by more than 90% by 2050. Experts weigh in on potential reasons behind the projected...

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'America's healthiest community' is small town near Washington, DC

A Northern Virginia community is being recognized for its tip-top health status. Falls Church, Virginia, has been named America’s healthiest community by U.S. News and World Report. The annual ranking lists the top 500 healthiest communities nationwide using a score of zero to 100 across 10 categories, based on assessments of nearly 3,000 counties and...

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Men’s cancer deaths expected to spike more than 90% by 2050, study finds

The prevalence of cancer among men is expected to skyrocket globally in the coming decades, according to a new study from the American Cancer Society (ACS). To predict future risk, Australian researchers analyzed the mortality rates tied to 30 different types of cancer among adult men in 2022, based on data from the International Agency...

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Pain relief for IUD insertion: CDC updates its recommended guidance to help women

Having an IUD (intrauterine device) inserted for birth control is known to be potentially painful. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is now recommending pain management protocols for the procedure. Women on social media have documented their discomfort, with some TikTok users posting videos of themselves in visible pain while lying on...