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At least 1 in 4 former NFL players who died in recent years suffered from brain damage linked to repeated head impacts, a new study says.
That rate may be on the lower end, based on how many players donated their brain for research.
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After A Sleepless Night, Which Better Boosts Brain Power — Exercise Or A Nap?
A short bout of exercise appears to work quicker than a long nap to refresh a sleep-deprived mind, a new study says.
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Most Parents Struggle With One Back-To-School Routine
There’s one part of the back-to-school routine that parents aren’t looking forward to, a new poll indicates.
About 3 out of 4 American parents have trouble getting their child to eat breakfast before they head off to school, a new University of Michigan poll says.
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- August 26, 2026
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Clear Eyes Eye Drops Recalled Nationwide Over Sterility Concerns
Nearly 40,000 bottles of a widely sold eye drop are being pulled from shelves nationwide because the maker cannot guarantee the product is sterile.
Prestige Brands Holdings, of Tarrytown, New York, recalled 39,060 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said. The recall began July 29 and ...
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- August 25, 2026
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Want A Doc To Respond To Your Portal Message? These Tips Will Improve Your Odds, Study Says
Hoping for a quick response from your doctor to a message sent through your patient portal?
Then keep it cordial and positive, a new study suggests.
Doctors were more likely to respond to messages that addressed them by name and had a positive tone, researchers reported Aug. 24 in JAMA Network Open.
“One of the m...
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- August 25, 2026
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A Doctor's Take: Executive Orders On Childhood Vaccines Raise Public Health Debate
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These devices were once common in hospitals across the country, but now exist almost solely in...
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