Health

The Guardian view on meningitis in Kent: we must not take public health systems for granted

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The Guardian view on meningitis in Kent: we must not take public health systems for granted

This frightening outbreak is not yet over, and serves as a reminder of why plans to manage infectious diseases exist

8 months ago

Arizona desert town breaks record for hottest March temperature in US history

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Arizona desert town breaks record for hottest March temperature in US history

Martinez Lake, about 145 miles west of Phoenix, reached 110F (43.3C) on Thursday amid scorching south-west heat

8 months ago

Experts consider expanding meningitis vaccine eligibility after Kent outbreak

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Experts consider expanding meningitis vaccine eligibility after Kent outbreak

Scientific advisory committee to examine impact of offering routine MenB jabs to wider range of people

8 months ago

US company to pay $22.5m over newborn’s death after denying woman remote work

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US company to pay $22.5m over newborn’s death after denying woman remote work

Chelsea Walsh prematurely gave birth after firm rejected work from home request in 2021 amid high-risk pregnancy

8 months ago

Influencers are drinking shots of olive oil and lemon juice. Should you?

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Influencers are drinking shots of olive oil and lemon juice. Should you?

Wellness enthusiasts on TikTok and Instagram claim the combination bestows glowing skin and better digestion

8 months ago

University of Alabama student James Gracey's death was likely accidental, Spanish police say

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University of Alabama student James Gracey's death was likely accidental, Spanish police say

Updated on: March 20, 2026 / 11:00 AM CDT / CBS Chicago

8 months ago

I've been a neuroscientist for 20 years. I keep my brain strong and healthy by avoiding 6 things

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I've been a neuroscientist for 20 years. I keep my brain strong and healthy by avoiding 6 things

UCLA professor and neuroscientist Dr. Alex Korb shares the the habits he avoids to help strengthen his brain and manage his stress.

8 months ago

CDC Buried COVID Vaccine Death Data in Lancet Study, Internal Documents Reveal

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CDC Buried COVID Vaccine Death Data in Lancet Study, Internal Documents Reveal

CDC researchers altered their own study on COVID-19 vaccine adverse events to downplay deaths linked to the shots, according to documents obtained by Children’s Health Defense.

8 months ago

Chuck Norris, Action Icon and "Walker, Texas Ranger" Star, Dies at Age 86

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Chuck Norris, Action Icon and "Walker, Texas Ranger" Star, Dies at Age 86

March 20, 2026 / 11:22 AM EDT / CBS News

8 months ago

Book excerpt: "The Meaning of Your Life" by Arthur C. Brooks

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Book excerpt: "The Meaning of Your Life" by Arthur C. Brooks

March 20, 2026 / 11:04 AM EDT / CBS News

8 months ago

‘When he turned two we had party hats and cake’: how dogs became the new babies

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‘When he turned two we had party hats and cake’: how dogs became the new babies

One in three UK postcodes now has more dogs than children. Meet the Dinkwads (dual income, no kids, with a dog). Plus Tim Dowling’s guide to the best breeds for Dinkwads

8 months ago

The impossible task of caring for ageing parents who did not care for you: ‘There’s a lot of reliving old triggers’

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The impossible task of caring for ageing parents who did not care for you: ‘There’s a lot of reliving old triggers’

It’s hard under the best of circumstances. For those with difficult family relationships or estrangement, it’s even more complicated

8 months ago