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Simple daily activity could reduce risk of lower back pain, study finds

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Taking longer walks could actually improve back pain, according to a new study. Researchers in Norway investigated how chronic low back pain, a “prevalent and costly condition,” could be reduced by regular physical activity, including accessible walking. The study, published in the journal JAMA Network Open, measured daily walking volume and walking …

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Diabetic patients taking GLP-1s may face increased risk of eye disease, study suggests

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in people between 18 and 64 years old, according to the American Diabetes Association — and the best way to prevent this is to control blood sugar levels. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1s), such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, have become popular medications for controlling …

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Dental experts reveal 6 essential tips to prevent tooth loss in aging adults

< div class=”featured featured-video video-ct” data-v-5f342d4c> < div class=”contain” data-v-5f342d4c> <!–> Dentist shares symptoms of ‘chemo mouth’ Dr. Rajiv Saini, a dentist and periodontal specialist from Katy, Texas, discusses one of those lesser-known side effects of chemotherapy and radiation for cancer patients. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Some may assume that losing teeth is just part of …

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Grandfather’s simple changes reversed pre-diabetes diagnosis that left him ‘petrified’

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A 66-year-old grandfather who exercised daily was stunned to learn he was pre-diabetic — and he says making one small change to his eating habits helped reverse it. Dance teacher Will McKechnie, from Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, told SWNS he had always considered himself healthy.  At 5 feet 10 inches tall and 167 …

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Former NBA star Vlade Divac undergoes surgery after suffering injury in motorcycle crash

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Former Sacramento Kings star Vlade Divac sustained a broken hip after he fell from his motorcycle in Montenegro. On Friday, doctors confirmed the retired Serbian basketball player had undergone an emergency operation to address the fracture.   The accident happened Thursday on a road near the Montenegrin Adriatic Sea coast. Doctors implanted …

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Has Kris Jenner found the fountain of youth? Experts weigh in on her stunning transformation

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Kris Jenner — known as the “momager” of the Kardashian-Jenner empire — has made headlines in recent weeks for her more youthful appearance, sparking rumors of a possible deep plane facelift. A representative for Jenner confirmed to another outlet that Dr. Steven Levine of New York City performed Jenner’s recent work, but …

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Angels manager Ron Washington steps away indefinitely due to health concerns

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Ron Washington is a baseball lifer, but some recent health concerns will force the Los Angeles Angels manager to take some time away from the game. Angels general manager Perry Minasian announced plans for Washington to step away indefinitely.  “We all know how important [baseball] is, but certain things are bigger than …

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Eating more fruits and vegetables linked to surprising effect on sleep

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Your daily meal selections could influence the quality of your sleep, new research says. A study from the University of Chicago Medicine and Columbia University found that increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables could help promote more restful sleep. Previous research has shown that people who lack quality sleep may be …

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Bill Gates reveals ‘next phase of Alzheimer’s fight’ as he shares dad’s personal battle

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Bill Gates is speaking out about his personal experience with Alzheimer’s — and his hope for progress in fighting the disease. In an essay published this week on his blog at GatesNotes.com, the Microsoft co-founder and tech billionaire, 69, reflected on the difficulty of spending another Father’s Day without his dad, Bill …

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Cannabis use raises risk of heart attack and stroke more than cocaine, other drugs, major review suggests

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The potential risk of cannabis use has been in the spotlight following recent research pointing toward negative health effects. This includes a new meta-analysis by French researchers, published in the journal Heart, which reviewed multiple studies to assess the link between cannabis and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE). The researchers analyzed data …

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