Health
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PublishedMay 25, 2023
Maine has nation’s highest rate of hepatitis C, 2nd-highest rate of hepatitis B
State health officials say the number of cases should serve as a reminder for people to get vaccinated.
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PublishedMay 1, 2023
Ticks reemerging in Maine after slow start to the season
Experts are urging caution after a record number of Lyme disease cases were reported in 2022.
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PublishedApril 23, 2023
Fiddlehead food safety: How much boiling is enough?
Public health experts and chefs disagree how long to boil fiddleheads to make them safe to eat. 'A fiddlehead that’s been cooked for 12 to 15 minutes in boiling water is probably mush,' said one chef. It's a sentiment shared by many of his colleagues.
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PublishedApril 10, 2023
Stress linked to 37% higher chance of cognitive issues after 45
Add mild cognitive impairment to the health problems brought on by chronic stress, a study finds.
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PublishedApril 9, 2023
Commentary: America’s decline in life expectancy speaks volumes about our problems
Our response to the crisis of shrinking life spans has been sadly typical – despite remedies achievable at ground level, it’s become a search for the magic bullet.
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PublishedApril 2, 2023
Vegan Kitchen: May vegan milk call itself so? The FDA is leaning toward yes
But some say suggested nutrient label comparisons between plant-based and dairy-based milks are unfair.
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PublishedMarch 26, 2023
Cereal before bed? Food makers push ‘sleep’ snacks at night.
Marketing late-night meals as sleep enhancers is a food-industry tactic to create a so-called fourth meal. But some studies have shown late-night snacks can worsen your sleep.
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PublishedMarch 22, 2023
Coffee lovers gain 1,000 steps a day, but get less sleep, study shows
While coffee is beneficial for many people and can lower the risk of chronic diseases and perhaps even extend your life span, it can also disrupt your sleep and may cause some heart palpitations.
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PublishedMarch 21, 2023
A deadly fungal infection is spreading in hospitals. Here’s what to know
Candida auris is a drug-resistant fungus that 'presents a serious global health threat,' according to the CDC.
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PublishedFebruary 28, 2023
How does the brain age across the life span? New studies offer clues.
The good news is, that unlike other parts of the body, our brains are built to change over our lifetime, meeting the challenges set by every life stage.
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