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Stanford researchers develop ‘game-changing’ stroke treatment that doubles effectiveness

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Researchers at Stanford University say they have developed a more effective way to treat strokes. The new technology, called the milli-spinner thrombectomy, has been shown to have more successful outcomes for patients who have experienced strokes, as well as heart attacks, pulmonary embolisms and other clot-related diseases, according to a press release …

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Your brain physically changes when you work too much, scientists warn

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! New research has found that being overworked can physically alter the brain. Researchers in South Korea set out to understand how working long hours impact the cognitive and emotional health of employees. The study, published in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine, assessed the brain volume of 110 healthcare workers who were …

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Experimental cholesterol pill cuts heart attack risk with ‘convenient’ once-daily dose

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A new daily pill could provide an easier, more convenient way to lower cholesterol and reduce heart attack and stroke risk. The experimental medication, called Obicetrapib, underwent a Phase 3 clinical trial at Monash University in Australia. The trial included more than 2,500 people averaging 65 years of age. All had either …

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Intermittent fasting’s surprising biblical roots revealed as diet trend grows

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A popular diet trend may have its origins in the Bible. Intermittent fasting, a pattern of eating based on time limits, is intended to assist with weight loss and other health benefits, according to Mayo Clinic. There are several types of intermittent fasting, but they all follow the same concept of alternating …

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Bedbug ‘massacre’ at Las Vegas hotels leads to multiple lawsuits from guests with ‘injuries’

Clients have also claimed emotional damage from bedbug exposure, as Virag noted that the resulting trauma is “super significant.” The attorney urged resort owners to prioritize guest safety by using housekeepers who are “very adequately trained” in recognizing and eliminating bedbugs. “Typically, guests don’t put two and two together right away if they have bites on their bodies,” said the …

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Hairstylists and medical expert confirm temporary hair loss affecting Ozempic users

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Side effects from GLP-1s can vary — but one lesser-known reported outcome of the popular weight-loss medications is hair loss or thinning. Some hairstylists have confirmed an uptick in clients who complain about losing hair while on weight-loss journeys. This includes Ashley DiMatteo, owner of Ashley Lauren Beauty Lounge in Westchester, New …

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6 simple ways to protect your hearing now before it’s too late, according to experts

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults, with about one in three Americans between 65 and 74 affected, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). While some of this loss is due to the hair cells in the inner ears breaking down with age and not …

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Low-calorie diets linked to surprising mental health effect, new research shows

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Embarking on a low-calorie diet could potentially lead to negative mental health, researchers in Toronto, Canada, have revealed. A new study, published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health, investigated how the adoption of restrictive diets could instigate depressive symptoms. Using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, researchers analyzed nearly 29,000 adults …

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AI tennis robot coach brings professional training to players

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Finding a reliable tennis partner who matches your energy and skill level can be a challenge.  Now, with Tenniix, an artificial intelligence-powered tennis robot from T-Apex, players of all abilities have a new way to practice and improve.  Tenniix brings smart technology and adaptability to your training sessions, making it easier to …

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Negative thoughts might be changing your brain in surprising ways, study suggests

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A negative mindset is known to trigger or heighten stress and anxiety — and new research has revealed other trickle-down effects on mental and physical health. Researchers from Amen Clinics, a nationwide brain health diagnostics company, examined brain scans and cognitive data of nearly 20,000 patients who had been diagnosed with anxiety …

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