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Memorial Day ‘Murph’: Could you complete this military fitness challenge?

Memorial Day is for remembering those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. As Americans honor the day in their own ways, people across the country will be participating in a tough fitness challenge honoring fallen Navy SEAL Lt. Michael Murphy. The challenge, known as “the Murph,” consists of a variety of strength training and cardio activities, which Murphy himself used …

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Dog owners who ruminate about work stress may pass anxiety to their pooch: study

If your job has you feeling tense, your dog might be feeling it too. A new study published in Scientific Reports finds that stress from work can affect your dog at home. The research, led by Tanya Mitropoulos and Allison Andrukonis, shows that when dog owners dwell on work problems after hours, a habit known as “work-related rumination,” their pets …

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Billy Joel diagnosed with brain condition — what to know about his treatment options

Following his diagnosis of a brain condition, singer Billy Joel has canceled all scheduled concerts. The five-time Grammy winner, 76, announced on Friday that he has normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), which occurs when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up inside or around the brain. “This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,” …

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US sees cases of new COVID-19 variant linked to surge in China: report

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has detected multiple cases of the new COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1, which has been linked to a spike in cases in China. A CDC spokesperson confirmed the findings to Fox News Digital, but said there had been too few cases for the strain to be included in the agency’s COVID Data Tracker. Puseletso Lesofi …

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Young police officer dies by suicide after ‘debilitating’ laser eye surgery complications

A young Pennsylvania man recently took his own life, months after he underwent corrective laser eye surgery.  His parents blame their son’s suicide on the “debilitating” side effects he experienced, but vision experts claim that the procedure is generally “safe and effective.” Ryan Kingerski, 26, a young officer with the Penn Hills Police Department, was “funny and witty — just …

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Doctors warn of ‘trifecta’ of chronic illnesses plaguing Americans after MAHA report

Chronic diseases have long been plaguing Americans, which HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called an “epidemic.” The MAHA Commission, which Kennedy chairs, released a report on Thursday assessing chronic diseases, particularly pertaining to children. An estimated 133 million Americans suffer from at least one chronic illness, according to the American Hospital Association. EVERYTHING TO KNOW ABOUT MAHA “The …

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Popular allergy medications linked to severe withdrawal symptoms, FDA warns

Two common allergy medications could cause a severe reaction in some people who stop using it. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert related to cetirizine (Zyrtec) or levocetirizine (Xyzal), warning that patients who stop taking it after long-term use may experience “rare but severe itching,” a condition called pruritus. The itching was reported by people who …

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Cold sores may play role in Alzheimer’s development, new research reveals

Cold sores may play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study published in BMJ Open. Researchers examined 344,628 “case-control pairs.” The pairs were matched in age, sex, geographical region and number of healthcare visits — but one had Alzheimer’s disease and one did not. Of the groups studied, 1,507 people with Alzheimer’s also had …

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Army unveils new fitness test with tougher standards — could you pass it?

“Army Strong” is more than just a tagline — for soldiers, it’s a requirement for duty. The U.S. Army requires that all active-duty soldiers prove their physical prowess by passing a rigorous fitness test. There have been multiple versions of the test over the years — and the Army recently announced that a new version has been adopted. On June …

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Memorial Day: Wild mustangs help veterans heal through Wyoming ranch program

JAY EM, Wyo. – While Memorial Day is a time for remembrance, it can also be a difficult period for many veterans, particularly those struggling with mental health. A program in Wyoming is helping to address those challenges by pairing veterans with wild mustangs in a unique approach to healing. VETERANS DAY: DENNIS QUAID, TRACE ADKINS AMONG HOLLYWOOD STARS HONORING …

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