Health Matters: The Latest News, Research and Trends

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  Jade Tonks

  

  17 hours ago

  As cases climb in the US, do you need another measles shot?

  BBC News - Madeline Halpert

  Debra Eichenbaum got her two young children vaccinated against the measles virus 20 years ago, and - like millions of other parents - hadn't thought about the highly contagious disease since. But when cases across the US began to climb this year, the 62-year-old began to worry about how best to …

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  Jade Tonks

  

  1 day ago

  Measles is back — and more dangerous than you think. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself.

  Vox - Dylan Scott

  The troubling ripple effects of more measles outbreaks, explained. One of America’s worst measles outbreaks in recent years continues to spread, with 292 reported cases in western Texas and eastern New Mexico as of March 17. A nearby Oklahoma county has confirmed its first case, which officials …

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  Jade Tonks

  

  1 day ago

  These Subtle Differences Between Coughs Can Reveal A Lot About Your Illness

  HuffPost - Sarah Bourassa

  Experts reveal how to identify the type of cough you have and what you can actually do about it. A cough can feel like a particularly annoying symptom to deal with, especially if it’s keeping you awake at night or lingering for weeks on end. But there’s probably a good reason you have that cough — …

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  Jade Tonks

  

  Mar 3

  Are Women Being Misled About Hysterectomy? The Surprising Research Findings

  fodmapeveryday.com - Dédé Wilson

  A hysterectomy is a complex procedure, and the type performed can significantly impact recovery, future health, and quality of life. Yet, studies and …

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  Jade Tonks

  

  Mar 3

  How to Stop Bleeding in 10 Seconds: A Lifesaving Trick Everyone Should Know

  yourhealthtube.com - YourHealthTuber.Victoria

  Bleeding from a cut or wound can be alarming, especially if it happens unexpectedly.While most minor cuts can be controlled with pressure and a …

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  Jade Tonks

  

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  What to Know About Measles

  

  Curated byThe Health Desk

  A measles outbreak has affected more than 100 people, mainly in Texas, and one child has died. Here's what to know about this highly infectious virus, from what the symptoms look like in adults, to how you know if you're still protected by childhood vaccination. Plus: The latest on the outbreak, and why misinformation on measles vaccination is rife.