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12/08/2025

During cold and flu season, a type of pneumonia known as walking pneumonia also becomes more common. Here's what parents should know about this respiratory illness, including what symptoms to watch for and how to prevent it from spreading.

12/08/2025

Have you ever caught yourself flinching or wincing when a character gets hurt on TV even though you know it’s not real? Scientists say there’s a fascinating reason behind why we react this way to on-screen pain. Discover what’s happening in your brain during these moments.

Ever wonder why you instinctively wince when you see physical harm come to a TV or movie character on screen?There’s a scientific explanation for why we flinch when watching painful events, even though we know it’s not real, researchers reported Nov. 26 in the journal

12/07/2025

Have you ever wondered whether the pots and pans you cook with every day are actually safe? A new FDA alert warns that 19 cookware products could release dangerous levels of lead into your food. Find out which items to look for so you can protect your home and health.

A growing list of pots and pans is now considered unsafe, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is urging folks to check their kitchens and get rid of them right away.In a new alert, the agency said 19 cookware products, all made outside the United States, may release dangerous l...

12/06/2025

Do you ever wonder if the foods you eat each day are actually helping your heart stay healthy? A new study reveals that everyday favorites like tea, coffee, berries, nuts, and whole grains thanks to their polyphenols may offer powerful protection. Discover how adding more of these foods to your routine could boost your heart health.

Tea, coffee, berries, cocoa, nuts, whole grains, olive oil: They’re all rich in antioxidant compounds called polyphenols, and they’re all good for your heart, a new British study shows.“This research provides strong evidence that regularly including polyphenol-rich foods ...

12/05/2025

Have you ever noticed subtle changes in the way you or someone you love drives and wondered if it could mean something more? A new study suggests that shifts in everyday driving patterns might actually be one of the earliest clues of cognitive decline, offering insights even more accurate than age, test scores, or genetic risk. Find out what researchers discovered and why it matters for all of us.

Researchers say changes in folks' driving patterns could be an early signal of cognitive decline.“We found that using a GPS data tracking device, we could more accurately determine who had developed cognitive issues than looking at just factors such as age, cognitive test scores and ...

12/05/2025

This winter, we're here to help you and your family get through cold and flu season without stopping or slowing down. Speak with our pharmacist the next time you pick up your prescriptions to learn more about how we can help.

12/04/2025

Do you struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep through the night? New research suggests that the ancient practice of tai chi may improve insomnia just as effectively as talk therapy for middle-aged adults. Find out how this gentle movement could help you finally get restful sleep.

Having trouble sleeping? New Chinese research suggests the age-old practice of tai chi might help. The study found it equalled talk therapy in helping middle aged people with insomnia

12/03/2025

Have you ever wondered why your thinking, learning, or memory seems to shift at different stages of life? A new study reveals that the brain actually goes through four major turning points from childhood through old age. Discover what these stages mean for your health and future.

From childhood to old age, the human brain doesn’t just slowly fade or steadily grow, it changes in stages.A new study suggests our brains go through four major turning points that shape how we think, learn and connect.Researchers said those shifts happen around the ages of 9,...

12/02/2025

Ever notice how your bedtime bounces around and wonder if it actually matters? New research says that simply going to bed at the same time every night could lower your blood pressure as much as exercising more or cutting back on salt. Discover how a small nighttime habit could make a big difference for your heart.

A step as simple at sticking to the same bedtime each night could improve a person’s blood pressure, new research suggests. In just two weeks, people whose more haphazard bedtimes shifted to a regular bedtime saw improvements in blood pressure that were equal to those seen when ...

12/01/2025

Between lowering temps and the busyness of the holiday season, you may find that you're starting to feel under the weather, and turn to over-the-counter cold and flu remedies. But you may notice they have some less-than-pleasant side effects. Learn more about how to avoid them so you can get back to feeling better.

12/01/2025

Have you ever wondered whether building muscle and reducing belly fat could actually help keep your brain young? A new study reveals a surprising connection between physical fitness and a more youthful, healthier brain and the findings might inspire you to rethink your workouts. Read on to discover how your body could be boosting your brain.

Fitter bodies and muscles could keep brains young and fit, too, a new study suggests.“Healthier bodies with more muscle mass and less hidden belly fat are more likely to have healthier, youthful brains,” said study senior author

11/30/2025

Have you ever dreaded needing a root canal but wondered if anything good could actually come from it? A new study suggests that successful root canals may reduce inflammation tied to heart disease and could even improve cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Find out how a dental procedure might support your heart health.

Nobody wants a root canal, but if you must get one there’s possible benefit for your heart.Researchers in Britain found that a successful root canal appears to lower inflammation linked to