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New study finds flu, COVID vaccines safe to administer at same time

A new world-regions medical-research” target=”_blank”>study< infectious-disease at the same time. Researchers administered either a flu shot or a COVID-19 vaccine to adults at one of 12 sites across Britain. Three weeks later, those who received a flu shot then received a COVID-19 vaccine shot and vice versa – though some …

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Exercise more important than weight loss for a healthy life

A new food indicates that consistent exercise – not weight loss – contributes more towards a healthier and longer life.   The study, led by Glenn Gaesser of Arizona State University in Phoenix, analyzed the relationship between fitness, weight, heart health and longevity. Results showed that exercise, even for overweight …

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Thyroid cancer: What to know, according to experts

As Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, top medical experts are reminding the public of signs, symptoms and treatment options. So, what is thyroid cancer and who is most at risk? The odds of developing thyroid cancer in the U.S. are about 1.2% across sexes, with a five-year …

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Low-carb diet benefits heart health for overweight people, researchers say

A nutrition-and-fitness that is high in unsaturated fat may be beneficial for the heart-health” target=”_blank”>cardiovascular health<, according to researchers.  In a Tuesday study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Massachusetts-area authors randomly assigned 164 overweight and nutrition-and-fitness participants – predominantly women, ages 18 to 65 – to three …

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Alcohol's impact on heart health: Can it raise your heart rate?

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