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Baseball Great Hank Aaron Dies at 86
The Atlanta Braves, his former team, announced Aaron’s death at age 86. He died in his sleep, The Associated Press reported, and no cause of death was immediately released.
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Med Student Finds Buried Treasure Worth Millions
The student, Jonathan "Jack" Stuef, 32, understandably wanted to remain anonymous after finding the treasure hidden in the Wyoming wilds last June.
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‘James Bond’ Actor Sean Connery Dies at Age 90
Sean Connery, the first actor to portray James Bond on film, has died at the age of 90.
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A Closer Look at Joe Biden's Health
So just how healthy is Biden? Quite healthy, according to the most recent medical assessment released by Biden’s doctor in December 2019.
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Jamie Foxx's Sister, DeOndra Dixon, Dies at 36
Dixon was a well-known self-advocate for people with Down syndrome and was the first recipient of the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award -- the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s highest honor.
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Advocates Welcome Down Syndrome Guidance for Adults
Life expectancy has increased dramatically -- from 25 years in 1983 to 60 years today -- which is why advocates say these guidelines are sorely needed.
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Most U.S. Women Under 50 Use Contraception: Report
The most common types of birth control were female sterilization (18%), oral contraceptive pills (14%), long-acting reversible contraception, or LARCs (10%), and male condoms (8%).
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Virologists: What Do They Do?
Virologists are highly skilled medical experts who manage the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases such as hepatitis C, Ebola, and now COVID-19. Learn more about them.
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Homeless Get Help Through Innovative Businesses
Innovative organizations around the U.S. provide unhoused people with second chances at life through job opportunities, health education, long-term housing, and more. Read about a few of them.
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Cottonelle Wipes Recalled Over Bacteria Concerns
While no serious health issues have been reported, the brand says there have been some complaints about irritation and minor infection due to the wipes.
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Kristen Bell: Advocate for the Homeless
Actor Kristen Bell is well-known for her list of charitable ventures, and advocating for the homeless was a priority even before the coronavirus pandemic.
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Autopsies Show Microplastics in Major Human Organs
Researchers found evidence of plastic contamination in tissue samples taken from the lungs, liver, spleen and kidneys of donated human cadavers.
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First U.S. Face Transplant Recipient Dies
Her surgery was performed at the Cleveland Clinic, where she died Wednesday from complications from an infection not related to the transplant, the AP. said.
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Global Population Will Peak by Mid-Century
As a result of these population changes and ensuing economic shifts, India, Nigeria, China and the United States will be the dominant powers by the end of the century, the study predicts.
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Squirrel With Bubonic Plague Found in Colorado
Humans can be infected through flea bites, the cough of an infected animal or through direct contact with blood or tissue from an infected animal.
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Commentary: We Have to Do Something to Level the Playing Field
'It's frustrating when you work so hard for so long,' says cardiologist Eldrin F. Lewis, 'and you get confused for transport.'
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Bubonic Plague Confirmed in Herder, China Says
A herder in the Chinese region of Inner Mongolia was diagnosed with the bubonic plague and is being treated in a local hospital.
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Steph Curry Turns Focus to Kids During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Steph Curry and wife Ayesha support nutrition, education and physical activity for kids in Oakland through their foundation, including donating meals during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Take 10 With Betsey Johnson
Ten questions with fashion designer Betsey Johnson.
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Take 10 With Daveed Diggs
Singer and actor Daveed Diggs answers 10 questions.
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Common Lab Test Changes You Should Know
A doctor's visit often includes a stop at the lab for blood tests. But the last few years have brought changes to how some common lab tests are done.
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Finding Signs of Health Woes in Facebook Postings
Analysis of Facebook posts from as early as 2.5 months before those patients' emergency visits revealed that most had changes in their language before seeking emergency care.
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Neil Patrick Harris and Family Deliver Love With Food
Neil Patrick Harris talks about his family, his career, and his support of God's Love We Deliver.
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Take 10 With Millicent Simmonds
10 questions with actor Millicent Simmonds.
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Woman's Body Actually 'Auto-Brewed' Alcohol
The doctors, at the University of Pittsburgh, say it's a previously unrecognized variant of so-called auto-brewery syndrome. ABS, which has been reported sporadically over the years, occurs when yeast builds up in the gut and converts sugar from food into alcohol.
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