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5 fitness products to help you get into shape this season and beyond

Are you hoping to get into shape? A well-structured workout plan with the right tools could set you up for success. Plus, exercise can release those “feel good” endorphins and improve your overall health. Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle, have more energy or simply adopt a healthier lifestyle, here are five products...

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Dementia has 2 shocking new risk factors, study finds, with total of 14 now on list

Two surprising new risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease are noted in a new study. Untreated vision loss and high levels of LDL cholesterol have been linked to a greater chance of developing the common dementia type. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL), which is sometimes called “bad cholesterol,” is associated with negative health effects when present in high...

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No cardiologists available in half of US counties as study reveals ‘incredibly concerning’ care gaps

Nearly half of all U.S. counties don’t have a practicing cardiologist on staff, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC). Rural communities are most affected, with Americans in those areas dying earlier and more often from heart disease that could have been prevented, according to a...

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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....