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Korin Miller is a writer specializing in general wellness and lifestyle trends, with work appearing in Women’s Health, Self, Forbes and more. She has a master’s degree from American University and an undergraduate degree from The College of William & Mary. When Korin is not writing, she can be found chasing her four kids around.
Yahoo LifeIt's Grandparents' Day. 5 ways your grandparents might be affecting your health.
Your grandparents could be influencing your cancer risk, heart health and more.
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Endometriosis linked to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke, new study finds. Here’s why — and what to do.
Experts suggest ways to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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2023 had the highest number of heat-related deaths, according to a new study. Here are the heat illness symptoms to watch for.
What's the difference between heat exhaustion and heatstroke — and how can you prevent them? Experts share how to stay safe during extreme heat.
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Whooping cough, parvovirus and COVID rates are surging. Here's what might be fueling the rise.
What’s driving these waves of respiratory illnesses and how can you protect yourself? Infectious disease experts explain.
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The Kansas City Chiefs' cheerleaders are wearing cuffs to honor former squad member Krystal Anderson following her death: 'She was always sparkling'
Anderson suffered a cardiac arrest after contracting sepsis following a stillbirth. Now her death is drawing attention to the Black maternal mortality criss.
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Jack Russell, Great White singer, died after a battle with Lewy body dementia. What to know about the progressive disease.
Lewy body dementia is one of the most common forms of dementia. It typically begins in people age 50 or older.
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Will Guardian Caps solve football's concussion problem? The NFL is trying.
According to NFL research, the cap can absorb at least 10% of the force of a hit.
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Daily low-dose aspirin has its benefits — and risks. Here's how to figure out if you should take it or skip it.
Doctors used to recommend taking a low-dose aspirin daily, but this has changed in recent years. Here's why.
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Electric bike and scooter injuries are surging. Riders renting without helmets partly to blame.
Electric bicycle injuries increased by nearly 100% and electric scooter injuries went up by more than 45% annually. Experts say it underscores the importance of wearing a helmet.
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Simone Biles put her mental health first — and it paid off. 5 habits we can all adopt.
How meditation, social media limits and setting boundaries have helped the Olympic gymnast — and why experts say they're worth trying for our own mental well-being.
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Why you should always cross your legs on waterslides and other water park safety tips
Waterslides are a fun way to stay cool, but they also come with potential risks. Experts offer tips on how to stay safe.
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Parents of Olympic athletes are wearing heart rate monitors. Does this prove that spectating is really a sport?
Turns out, parents are also getting a workout of sorts just from watching their Olympic athlete children perform.
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Preteen suicide rates are rising 8% a year, study finds. Here's which groups are seeing the biggest increases — and what parents can do.
What new research shows about suicide rates among preteens and other young people, and what signs parents should look for.
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'Top Chef' alum Shirley Chung was diagnosed with tongue cancer — and 'a series of dental issues' were her first clue something was wrong
What to. know about the rare disease as Chung shares why she's fighting to "keep my tongue."
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Fruit intake may help with depression, study finds. But eating it isn't a mental health magic bullet.
Researchers found that eating fruit in midlife reduced signs of depression in old age, whereas eating vegetables did not.
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Most people taking GLP-1s like Ozempic are white women — plus 4 other takeaways from a new study
A new report has some interesting findings on who, exactly, is taking popular GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and how it's impacting access.
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Doing quick, easy exercises at night — even while watching TV — can help you sleep better, new study finds
A new study finds that doing some light activity in the evening, rather than just sitting, can help people sleep 30 minutes longer.
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Window falls are highest in July. Here are 8 tips for staying safe.
Window falls — which can happen at home, while visiting family or while traveling — can cause serious injuries. They can also be prevented.
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Biden's health is making headlines. Here's a guide to cognitive tests, age-related decline and more medical terms, defined by experts.
To help navigate headlines about Biden and his health, we've compiled a guide to terms being used and what they mean, defined by experts and put into context.
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The summer COVID wave is here. Should you mask up?
Given the big uptick in COVID-19 cases, questions about masking are surfacing right now. Here's what doctors recommend, including whether you can keep using your old masks.