As children, most of us will have been persuaded to eat our carrots with the promise of improved night vision. Clearing our plates might not have allowed us to suddenly see in the dark, but a colourful diet will have stood us in good stead for protecting our sight as we age. Despite this, very … Read more
BISMARCK, N.D. — The state of North Dakota is asking a judge to pause his ruling from last week that struck down the state’s abortion ban until the state Supreme Court rules on a planned appeal. The state’s motion to stay a pending appeal was filed Wednesday. State District Judge Bruce Romanick ruled last week … Read more
(NewsNation) — Adults under 50 have been developing breast and colorectal cancers at higher rates in recent decades. Alcohol may be a factor, a new report from the American Association for Cancer Research suggests. The report, released Wednesday, details the progress in a declining overall cancer death rate in the U.S. Still, researchers may be … Read more
An expert has revealed that eating a simple £1.50 fruit could help lower your risk of developing dementia. According to Dr Emer MacSweeney, eating more blueberries can lower your chances of developing age-related dementia and boost your memory skills. It is thought half a cup a day will help with your brain health. Speaking to … Read more
TOKYO — If you’re trying to lose weight and want a new way to do it, stair-climbing as a regular exercise — or just adding a few flights a day — might be for you. It’s accessible, and research shows it’s more effective than walking on level ground. “Overall, it is a fact that stair-climbing … Read more
(NewsNation) — According to the CDC, the number of whooping cough cases has climbed in the United States. In a report published Thursday, whooping cough cases were more than four times the amount at this time last year. The CDC said there have been 14,569 cases thus far in 2024, compared to the 3,745 through … Read more
Top doctors have issued a stark warning over the dangers of wood burners in urban homes, highlighting the serious risk they pose to children’s health. According to The Times, leading paediatricians are urging for these burners to be eliminated as air pollution emerges as a major threat, now the second leading cause of death for … Read more
BOSTON — Members of a U.S. Senate committee looking into the bankruptcy of Steward Health Care adopted two resolutions Thursday designed to hold CEO Ralph de la Torre in contempt — one for civil enforcement and another for criminal contempt — for not testifying before the panel. The votes come after de la Torre refused … Read more
Dr Oscar Duke revealed on BBC’s Morning Live that there is a way to tell the difference between a cold and a flu – although it can be tricky. The health expert said that with kids back at school and the colder weather setting in, it’s inevitable many of us will get sick and Google … Read more
An anti-abortion group’s lawsuit to invalidate an abortion rights measure appearing on South Dakota’s statewide ballot won’t be resolved until after the November election. Media reports of an apparent disconnect between attorneys and the Second Judicial Circuit over scheduling of the trial — initially set for Sept. 23-27 — led the court to issue an … Read more
