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Lauren DeMello

Why The CDC Is Now Recommending A Booster Shot For All Vaccinated Adults

In light of the emergence of the Omicron variant, the CDC has updated its COVID-19 vaccine booster shot recommendations for all U.S. citizens.

Jenna Demmer

How Many Americans Really Eat Enough Fruits And Vegetables?

Fewer than 10% of American adults consume the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables, and teenagers miss the mark even more.

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Maria Faller

The Easiest Ways To Combat Seasonal Depression

Unfortunately, the extra number of dark hours and cold temperatures have a negative impact on many people, some of who develop seasonal depression.

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Erin Marie

Joe Exotic's Cancer Diagnosis Explained

Joe Exotic's cancer is described as "aggressive" prostate cancer. Diet choices and stress management can decrease the chances of developing this type of cancer.

Zrinka Peters

The CDC Is Warning How Your Aromatherapy Spray May Harm You

According to the CDC, certain aromatherapy room sprays have been recalled and are not considered safe to use.

Monica Beyer

Alaskan Bush People Star Billy Brown's Cause Of Death Explained

His unexpected death took his family by surprise, as well as the legions of fans who loved to tune in to the family's adventures. What happened to Billy Brown?

Katherine Alexis Athanasiou

How Millions Of Used Medical Gloves Reportedly Made Their Way To The U.S.

A CNN investigation found warehouses in Thailand where dirty and used gloves littered the floors. They were dyed, repackaged, and sold as new.

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Erin Marie

What Is Donovanosis And Should You Be Worried About It?

Donovanosis is a "flesh-eating" sexually transmitted infection characterized by the bacteria that damage skin tissue, and cases are on the rise.

Maria Faller

Friends Star James Michael Tyler's Cause Of Death Explained

James Michael Tyler, 59, died on Sunday. The actor was well known for his character, Gunther, the barista on the hit series "Friends."

Maria Faller

Tawny Kitaen's Cause Of Death Explained

Tawny Kitaen's actual cause of death was dilated cardiomyopathy, a common type of heart disease. The actress died earlier this year on May 7, 2021.

Catherine Caruso

Can Skin Care Products Protect You From Blue Light Damage?

YouTube star and gaming streamer Rachell "Valkyrae" Hofstetter is facing backlash for her supposed blue-light-blocking skincare line.

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Erin Marie

CNN's John King's Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis Explained

In light of Colin Powell's death, CNN chief national correspondent John King opened up regarding the details of his multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez

The Hidden Cost Of Coronavirus-Related School Closing

New research found that primary school students experienced mental health issues after schools shut down due to the pandemic.

Zrinka Peters

Colin Powell's Cause Of Death Explained

Tributes from around the world continue to pour in as leaders react to the passing of Colin Powell. He was 84 years old at the time of his death.

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Erin Marie

How Often Do Vaccine Mix-Ups Occur?

While extremely rare, two kinds of vaccine mix-ups have occurred as a result of human error within the health care community amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Catherine Caruso

Bill Clinton's Hospitalization Explained

Former President Bill Clinton has been hospitalized for a non-COVID-related infection. His doctors have since released a statement on his condition.

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Erin Marie

Why Are Doctors Seeing More Advanced Cancer Cases?

When it comes to prevention, detection is our most important line of defense against the development of cancer. Why are advanced cancer rates rising?

Anne Taylor

Is It Normal For Your Lymph Nodes To Swell After Getting A Vaccine?

Many people have been experiencing swollen lymph nodes in the underarm area after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Here's what you should know.

Nicole LaMarco

Rachel Maddow's Cancer Diagnosis Explained

Rachel Maddow, a political commentator and host of her eponymous show on MSNBC, took to Twitter on October 6, revealing her cancer diagnosis.

Kimberly Smith

Kelis' Husband Mike Mora's Cancer Diagnosis Explained

In September, Kelis' husband, Mike Mora, 37, revealed in a series of Instagram posts that for the past year, he'd been living with cancer.

Kimberly Smith

Chopped Junior Winner Fuller Goldsmith's Cause Of Death Explained

"Chopped Junior" winner Fuller Goldsmith, 17, died Tuesday after a yearslong battle with this disease.

Anne Taylor

What We Know About The First Malaria Vaccine Approved By The WHO

On Wednesday, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced its endorsement for the first-ever malaria vaccine. Here's what we know.

Maria Faller

Smash Mouth's Steve Harwell's Heart Issues Explained

Lead singer for the multi-platinum recording band Smash Mouth, Steve Harwell, has been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy. What does this heart issue entail?