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For most Americans, the 4th of July is marked by patriotic celebrations with family and friends — but for some, the festive holiday can end with an unplanned trip to the emergency room.More than 45,000 people visit the ER on July 4 and 5 each year, according to the Pew Research Center — which means Independence Day has the year’s highest number of daily medical emergencies."This time of year, we […]

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Flying with hundreds of other people at one time can be a gateway to illness.Various airplane surfaces — such as overhead bins, tray tables, instruction cards and seat covers — are some of the biggest sources of germs, according to flight attendants. Even the water in the bathroom can pose a risk — leading some people to question whether it's even sanitary to wash one's hands on a flight.4 BIGGEST HANDWASHING […]

Cancer is not typically associated with health benefits, but a new study suggests that it could reduce the risk of dementia for some patients.A study led by the Seoul National University College of Medicine suggests that breast cancer survivors could have a slightly lower chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease compared to those who had not undergone treatment.In the study, which was published in JAMA Network Open, data from more than […]

A new study linking daytime napping to increased mortality rates in older adults may have some rethinking that midday snooze.The study, presented last month at SLEEP 2025, the 39th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies in Seattle, Washington, found that frequent, longer and irregular daytime naps — especially in the early afternoon — were linked to a higher risk of death over an eight-year period."Our study fills a […]

A new study suggests gut microbes can help protect humans from toxic, long-lasting "forever chemicals."Scientists at the University of Cambridge have identified that a natural "gut microbiome could play a helpful role in removing toxic PFAS chemicals from our body" following a study on mice, according to a media release. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, better known as PFAS, "are widely used, long lasting chemicals, components of which break down very slowly […]

After Joe Rogan voiced his concerns about the bread offerings in America, experts are sharing their tips on choosing the healthiest varieties.On a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," the famed podcaster claimed that most of the breads in the U.S. are unhealthy and contribute to inflammation."A lot of inflammation comes from diet," Rogan said. "Our bread is f----d — if you go overseas, and go eat bread in […]

If living near a golf course seems scenic and relaxing, it may also be linked to a higher risk of Parkinson’s disease, according to a surprising new study that comes with some limitations.Led by the Barrow Neurological Institute in Arizona, along with Mayo Clinic, the study found that the greatest risk was found among those who live within one to three miles of a golf course."The strongest effects were in […]

Sleeping during the hot summer months can be a struggle for some.It’s necessary for the body to cool down for optimal rest — so what’s the best way to harness a good night’s sleep during periods of extreme heat?Dr. Michael Gradisar, head of sleep science at the sleep app Sleep Cycle in Australia, shared some tips with Fox News Digital.MOUTH TAPING TOUTED BY SOME FOR BETTER SLEEP AS EXPERTS CITE […]