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Secondhand Smoke and Ozone: A Hidden Danger in Your Home?

Discover the surprising downside of using ozone air purifiers and how they can react with secondhand smoke to create dangerous ultrafine particles, potentially harming your family's health.

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Hidden Conflicts? How Industry Payments Influence Medical Guidelines

A new study reveals a concerning trend: many doctors involved in creating medical guidelines have hidden financial relationships with pharmaceutical companies. Learn how these conflicts of interest could be shaping the advice you receive.

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Thyroid Health Check: How Levothyroxine Can Improve Your Lipid Profile and Kidney Function

This article explores the effects of levothyroxine treatment on lipid profiles and kidney function in individuals with hypothyroidism, revealing how proper thyroid hormone replacement can lead to improvements in overall health.

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Mushroom Magic: Boosting Immunity and Fighting Viruses Naturally

Unlock the power of mushrooms! This article explores the exciting antiviral properties of Agaricus brasiliensis, revealing how its natural compounds can help fight viral infections and boost your immune system.

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Unlock Your Vertical: Does Stretching Really Help You Jump Higher?

Explore whether different stretching techniques—static, ballistic, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)—actually improve your vertical jump. Get the science-backed answers you need to optimize your pre-jump routine!

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IGF-1's Secret Weapon: How PKM2 Phosphorylation Drives Cancer Cell Growth

Discover how PKM2 phosphorylation, triggered by IGF-1 and AKT, fuels cancer cell growth. This research reveals a potential new target for cancer treatments, offering hope for overcoming resistance to existing therapies.

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Can MRI Scans Predict and Prevent Trismus After Oral Cancer Treatment?

A recent study explores how MRI scans can be used to predict the severity and prognosis of trismus (difficulty opening the mouth) in oral cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy. Discover how this innovative approach could lead to more effective prevention and management strategies.

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Medicare's Site-Neutral Payment Policy: Will It Limit Access to Long-Term Acute Care?

Discover the projected impact of Medicare's site-neutral payment policy on long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs) and how it may affect access to care for older adults, especially in underserved regions.

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Dancing Without Pain: Treating Ankle Impingement and Tendon Issues in Dancers

Discover the latest insights on treating ankle pain in dancers. Learn about Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome (PAIS) and Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendinopathy (FHL), effective treatments, and prevention strategies to keep dancers performing pain-free.

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Climate Change and Your Health: What You Need to Know

Explore the direct and indirect health effects of climate change, from increased heat waves and air pollution to the spread of infectious diseases and nutritional challenges. Learn practical steps to mitigate these risks and safeguard your health.

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