Amber Heard’s Diagnosis: What Is Histrionic Personality Disorder?

A psychologist testified that Heard has both borderline personality disorder and histrionic personality disorder. Heard has said she has posttraumatic stress disorder. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20220429/amber-heard-diagnosis-what-is-histrionic-personality-disorder?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Can You Reverse Hearing Loss?

Many types of hearing loss are reversible. Is yours? WebMD explains. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/hearing-loss-reverse?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Nutrition and Aging: 7 Signs of Inadequate Nutrition

Many Americans, young and old, fall short on vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. But the challenge of getting adequate nutrition may be trickiest for seniors. Research shows that older people may need more of certain key nutrients, such as B vitamins and calcium. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/nutrition-aging-7-signs-inadequate-nutrition?src=RSS_PUBL...

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When Body Image Becomes a Problem for Female Athletes

Many female athletes struggle with body image, and it can put their physical and mental health at risk. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/female-athletes-body-image?src=RSS_PUBL...

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FDA Proposes Ban on Menthol Tobacco Products

Health care groups hailed the proposal as a critical step to keep cigarettes out of the mouths of children and Black Americans, who are particularly likely to smoke menthol tobacco products. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20220428/fda-proposes-ban-on-menthol-tobacco-products?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Moderna Seeks OK for Young Kids' COVID Vaccine as Parents Wait

Pfizer's request for the youngest kids is expected next. But there are a lot of moving parts, and families and doctors alike are concerned the FDA will not act quickly enough. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/covid-19-vaccine/news/20220428/moderna-seeks-ok-for-young-kids-covid-vaccine?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Scientists Are Working on How to Grow Replacement Teeth

Unlike many other types of human tissue, dental enamel doesn't regrow after it's damaged, so specialists are using stem cells to study how to restore affected teeth. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/news/20220428/scientists-are-working-on-how-to-grow-replacement-teeth?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Fauci Clarifies 'Out of the Pandemic Phase' Comment as Experts Agree

After Anthony Fauci made national headlines with a proclamation that the U.S. COVID-19 pandemic is over, he walked back his comments. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220428/fauci-out-of-pandemic-phase-experts-agree?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Child Hepatitis Cases Detected in Illinois, Canada, Japan

A growing number of severe child hepatitis cases have been detected in the United States and around the world. The cause of the cases is still uncertain. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/hepatitis/news/20220427/child-hepatitis-cases-detected-in-illinois-canada-japan?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Unvaccinated People Create Higher Risk for Vaccinated, Study Says

People who don’t get vaccinated against COVID-19 are creating a “disproportionate” threat to the health of vaccinated people, even in places with high vaccination rates, says a study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/covid-19-vaccine/news/20220427/unvaccinated-people-create-higher-risk-for-vaccinated-study-says?src=RSS_PUBL...

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'Brain Zap' Technology May Help Hardcore Smokers Quit

According to a new study, using low-intensity electric or magnetic impulses helped people go without smoking cigarettes. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20220427/brain-zap-technology-may-help-hardcore-smokers-quit?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Pfizer Recalls Another Blood Pressure Medication

Pfizer is recalling five lots of blood pressure medicine Accupril because of elevated levels of a nitrosamine, Nnitroso-quinapril, the company said in a news release posted on the FDA website. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/news/20220425/pfizer-recalls-another-blood-pressure-medication?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Smart Toilets: Next Tool Against Diseases (Including COVID)

Human stool contains a treasure trove of valuable health information. New tech-enabled toilets offer a way to capture key insights before they’re flushed away. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/news/20220427/smart-toilets-next-tool-against-diseases-including-covid?src=RSS_PUBL...

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As Teens Struggle With Pandemic Emotions, Recovery Is Uncertain

It’s unclear whether the disruption of the pandemic is a blip on the radar or the early signs of a generation permanently stunted in its social and mental health development. from WebMD Health https://teens.webmd.com/news/20220426/teens-struggle-with-pandemic-emotions-recovery-uncertain?src=RSS_PUBL...

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FDA Approves First COVID Treatment for Use in Kids

The FDA approved the antiviral remdesivir as the first COVID-19 treatment for young children. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220426/fda-approves-first-covid-treatment-for-use-in-kids?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Rise and Shine: A Carefully Considered Morning Ritual That Can Brighten Your Day

Strategies for getting ready to be at your best each morning from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/features/rise-shine-carefully-considered-morning-ritual-brighten-your-day?src=RSS_PUBL...

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More American Teens Carrying Guns These Days

Researchers say the number of U.S. teens carrying handguns has risen by 41% over the past two decades -- with notable increases seen among white teens from higher-income families. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20220426/far-more-american-teens-carrying-guns-these-days-study-finds?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Breaking News: Kamala Harris Has COVID-19

The vice president has no symptoms and will isolate and work from the vice president’s residence at the Naval Observatory. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220426/breaking-news-kamala-harris-has-covid-19?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Rise and Shine: A Carefully Considered Morning Ritual That Can Brighten Your Day

Strategies for getting ready to be at your best each morning from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/features/rise-shine-carefully-considered-morning-ritual-brighten-your-day.mpi?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Pfizer Recalls Another Blood Pressure Medication

Pfizer is recalling five lots of blood pressure medicine Accupril because of elevated levels of a nitrosamine, Nnitroso-quinapril, the company said in a news release posted on the FDA website. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20220425/pfizer-recalls-another-blood-pressure-medication?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Study Shows Long COVID Affects Women More Than Men

A new study shows that women are 33 percent less likely than men to make a full recovery from long COVID than men. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220425/study-shows-long-covid-affects-women-more-than-men?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Needle-Free Epinephrine Options Are On The Horizon

Epinephrine is the only effective treatment for serious allergic reactions called anaphylaxis, yet people with prescriptions for the lifesaving medication often don't carry their auto-injectors, and many hesitate to use them. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/allergies/news/20220425/needle-free-epinephrine-options-are-on-the-horizon?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Got A-Fib? Shed Pounds Before Treatment to Stop Its Return

In a new study, patients with a-fib who were overweight or obese when they underwent ablation to correct abnormal heart rhythm were more likely to experience a return of A-fib than folks who were not. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/atrial-fibrillation/news/20220406/got-a-fib-shed-pounds-before-treatment-to-stop-its-return?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Low-Fat Vegan Diet May Bring Relief From Rheumatoid Arthritis

New study suggests it might, but there are still plenty of questions from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/news/20220425/low-fat-vegan-diet-may-bring-relief-from-ra?src=RSS_PUBL...

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The Emotional Side of Breast Cancer

Breast cancer can bring on many emotions in people. From diagnosis to treatments, the journey may leave you feeling things you hadn't expected. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/osteoarthritis/oa-active-21-test/features/emotions-related-to-breast-cancer?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Pediatric Palliative Care: Easing Your Child's Suffering

Bringing normalcy to families' lives is a goal of pediatric palliative care, also known as pediatric advanced care (PAC). Many families, however, resist palliative care because they think it's limited to end-of-life care. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/palliative-care/pediatric-palliative-care-pediatric-advanced-care?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Guns Now Leading Cause of Death for US Children

Deaths linked to firearms topped those from car accidents for the first time in 2020, a new study found. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/children/news/20220422/guns-now-leading-cause-of-death-for-us-children?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Why Do We Freeze Under Pressure?

It’s happened to presidential candidates, Wheel of Fortune contestants, and (let’s be honest) you too – anyone can choke when stakes are high. Science explains why, and how to stop it. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20220422/why-do-we-freeze-under-pressure?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Feeding Toddlers: Feeding Chart, Meal Ideas, and Serving Sizes

Experts explain how to provide toddlers with the nutritious food they need for their growing bodies. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/parenting/features/what-and-how-much-to-feed-your-toddler?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Can You Be Pregnant and Not Know It?

Is it possible to carry a baby without knowing you’re pregnant? It happens more often than you think. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/baby/features/can-you-be-pregnant-not-know-it?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Serious Symptoms in Children: Signs not to Be Ignored

Wondering if your child’s condition is serious or not? WebMD discusses the possible signs of a serious health problem and what to do in case of a health emergency. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/children/features/serious-symptoms-in-children?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Caught Your Kid Masturbating?

Here's what to do and what to say -- because how you react matters. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/parenting/features/caught-your-kid-masturbating?src=RSS_PUBL...

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When Is It Time for My Baby to Use a Cup Instead of a Bottle?

Tips from WebMD for parents who are ready to transition their baby from bottle to a cup. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/features/bottle-to-cup?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Is the Opioid Crisis Masking Real Rates of Suicides?

Experts were optimistic at first, pointing to a number of potential drivers for the 3% drop in suicides nationally. But many believe the opioid epidemic is masking many deaths that in truth were suicides. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20220421/is-the-opioid-crisis-masking-real-rates-of-suicide?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Hate Taking Pills? For Some Drugs, You Won’t Need To

New dissolving films and mouth patches could replace pills for prescriptions from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/drug-medication/features/hate-taking-pills-for-some-drugs-you-wont-need-to?src=RSS_PUBL...

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7 Embarrassing Pregnancy Symptoms

Experts offer tips for coping with embarrassing pregnancy symptoms. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/baby/features/7-embarrassing-pregnancy-symptoms?src=RSS_PUBL...

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8 Mistakes After Surgery That Slow Your Recovery

WebMD explains how you'll recover from an operation faster if you avoid some common errors, like going back to work too soon or skipping your physical therapy exercises. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/rehab-mistakes?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Foods That Fight Hearbturn

You know certain foods can give you heartburn. But did you know others can help control it? from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/features/foods-that-fight-heartburn?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Can You Detox Your Lungs?

If you have or are at risk for a lung condition such as COPD, you may have heard about ways people try to “detox” their lungs. Here’s what you should know first. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/copd/features/lung-detox-facts?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Americans Anxious About Climate Change

The nationally representative poll shows that 51% of the 2,210 Americans surveyed are anxious about climate change and its impact on future generations. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20220420/americans-anxious-about-climate-change?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Over Half of American Parents Give Their Picky Eaters Supplements

From a new poll, about one-third of parents said their child is a picky eater and one-third didn't think their children eat enough fruits and vegetables. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/children/news/20220420/over-half-of-american-parents-give-their-picky-eaters-supplements?src=RSS_PUBL...

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When Pot Is Legal, Prescriptions for Pain, Depression, Anxiety and Sleep Drop

New research suggests when people have legal access to marijuana, they're less likely to take certain prescription drugs. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/news/20220420/when-pot-is-legal-prescriptions-for-pain-depression-anxiety-and-sleep-drop-study?src=RSS_PUBL...

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NASA ‘Holoported’ Doctor to International Space Station

A digital rendering of a doctor and an aerospace executive visited the International Space Station in 2021 through “holoportation,” a mix of “hologram” and “teleportation.” from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20220419/nasa-holoported-doctor-to-international-space-station?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Mask Mandate's End Further Divides Many Travelers and Experts

The controversial ruling from a federal judge in Florida caused some strong reactions, including from infectious disease experts. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220419/mask-mandates-end-further-divides-travelers-experts?src=RSS_PUBL...

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AI May Help Spot Alcoholism Relapse Risk

Researchers say artificial intelligence (AI) may be able to identify risk of relapsing to alcohol after treatment. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20220419/ai-may-help-spot-relapse-risk-in-alcoholics?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Docs Watch With ‘Some Anxiety’ For Post-Holiday COVID Spike

Just beyond our first batch of holidays since Christmas and New Year’s Eve – which led to a massive Omicron spike – the medical community is watching closely for a potential rise in cases. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220419/docs-watch-with-some-anxiety-for-post-holiday-covid-spike?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Microplastics in the Lungs, Blood Tissue: Should I Be Concerned?

New research on microplastics in our lungs and blood tissue can sound scary, but should we really be worried? Medical specialists answer this pressing question. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20220419/microplastics-what-to-know?src=RSS_PUBL...

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Coronavirus Found in Human Feces Up to 7 Months After Infection

This could explain why some COVID patients develop GI symptoms like abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220418/coronavirus-found-in-human-feces-up-to-7-months-after-infection?src=RSS_PUBL...

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3 Toddlers Hospitalized After Eating Goldfish Crackers Spiked With THC

Three toddlers were hospitalized in Virginia after eating Goldfish crackers laced with THC. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/children/news/20220418/toddlers-hospitalized-after-eating-goldfish-crackers-spiked-with-thc?src=RSS_PUBL...

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FDA Investigates Lucky Charms After Reports of Sickness

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating Lucky Charms after consumers complained about becoming sick after eating the dry cereal. from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/news/20220418/fda-investigates-lucky-charms-after-reports-of-sickness?src=RSS_PUBL...

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