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Tattoo Science and Concerns
Tattoo Science and Concerns

Jul 31, 2023 06:30AM

While tattoo artists must be licensed to operate for safety reasons, the inks used for tattoos are unregulated in the U.S.

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Colon Cancer Rising Among Young Adults
Colon Cancer Rising Among Young Adults

Jul 31, 2023 06:30AM

Colon cancer is on the rise in young adults, according to a report published in the journal Science.

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Reducing Pain With Music Therapy
Reducing Pain With Music Therapy

Jul 31, 2023 06:30AM

After a single music therapy session, the patients reported clinically significant reductions in pain, anxiety and stress.

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Diet May Impact Risk of Miscarriage
Diet May Impact Risk of Miscarriage

Jul 31, 2023 06:30AM

One in six pregnancies ends in miscarriage. While there are many known causes, including chromosomal problems and infections in the womb, nearly half of pregnancy losses remain unexplained.

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Maximizing Lutein in Green Smoothies
Maximizing Lutein in Green Smoothies

Jul 31, 2023 06:30AM

Research indicates that lutein is essential for eye health, suppresses inflammation and offers cardiovascular health benefits.

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Seniors Want Fewer Prescriptions
Seniors Want Fewer Prescriptions

Jun 30, 2023 06:30AM

In a new National Poll on Healthy Aging by the University of Michigan involving adults aged 50 to 80, the vast majority of respondents expressed an interest in cutting back on prescription medications.

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Pilot Program Reveals Benefits of Four-Day Work Week

Jun 30, 2023 06:30AM

The nonprofit 4 Day Week Global conducted a six-month pilot of more than 2,900 workers from 61 companies in the United Kingdom from June to December 2022 in which the work week was reduced from a standard 40 hours to 32 hours for the same pay and benefits.

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Effects of Cannabis Use Before and After Surgery
Effects of Cannabis Use Before and After Surgery

Jun 30, 2023 06:30AM

In January 2023, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine published guidelines recommending that all patients undergoing anesthesia be screened and questioned about cannabis use.

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Mislabeled Melatonin Gummies
Mislabeled Melatonin Gummies

Jun 30, 2023 06:30AM

New research published in JAMA Network found that melatonin gummies may contain far more of the dietary sleep aid supplement than what is indicated on the label.

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Close Relationships May Influence Physical Well-Being
Close Relationships May Influence Physical Well-Being

Jun 30, 2023 06:30AM

A new study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science has found that a person’s close relationships may either benefit or undermine physical health.

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