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Traveling internationally? It could be illegal to bring along these medications, according to a pharmacist

As summer travel season gears up, 77% of Americans expect to pack a prescription medication for the trip — but nearly half don’t check to see whether it’s even legal to bring those meds into other countries. Additionally, more than a quarter of Americans have had medications confiscated during international travel, according to a May 2024 survey of 1,048 respondents …

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Ask a doctor: 'Why are my hands swelling and what should I do about it?'

If you notice your hands are swelling, it could be both uncomfortable and unsettling, but in most instances the cause could be situational — caused by factors such as temperature, exercise, diet, medications you’re taking or certain health conditions. You may notice your rings aren’t fitting correctly, among other things. To find out more about the condition, Fox News Digital …

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7 of this week's most noteworthy health stories, in case you missed them

Fox News Digital publishes a range of health pieces every day of the week to keep you up-to-date on the most important wellness news. Cutting-edge medical research, breakthrough medications, mental health challenges, personal medical dramas and more are all covered. In case you missed them, here are a few of the biggest health stories from this week. CLICK HERE TO …

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Traveler infected with confirmed case of measles at Seattle International Airport as cases in US increase

The Public Health – Seattle & King County issued an alert after they were notified that an adult with a confirmed case of infectious measles traveled through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after their travels in Europe. The confirmed infection came after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an alert to public health officials warning that the number of …

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Mental health and stress issues in America get new attention from National Geographic

This month of May, National Geographic has been giving a nod to Mental Health Awareness Month in the U.S. — with a new campaign unveiling a series of mental health check-ups in the form of articles, videos, photography and more. The material includes downloadable phone backgrounds, ASMR nature YouTube videos, sense-soothing Spotify playlists and a “How Stressed Are You?” questionnaire …

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Woman who received experimental pig kidney transplant back on dialysis after new organ failed

A woman who received a pig kidney transplant is back on dialysis just 47 days later after surgeons removed the gradually failing organ. Lisa Pisano was the second person to receive a kidney from a gene-edited pig, and NYU Langone Health announced that she is stable after an operation to remove the organ earlier this week. The first patient to …

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Women experience more dental health issues than men, experts say. Here's what to do about it

Your dental health could depend on your gender. Male and female teeth are very different, according to a TikTok posted by Dr. Ellie Phillips, DDS, an oral health educator based in Austin, Texas. Phillips’ viral video, which has amassed more than one million likes, explained the difference between men’s and women’s teeth. TO KEEP YOUR TEETH BRIGHT, WHITE AND HEALTHY, …

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First person with MS to play in the NBA shares his inspiring message: 'Make the most of it'

Multiple sclerosis is a life-changing diagnosis for one million people who are affected in the U.S. — but for a professional athlete, its physical limitations can seem particularly challenging. Chris Wright, 34, the first person with MS to play in the National Basketball Association (NBA), has been living with the disorder since his 2012 diagnosis. For World MS Day on …

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Ozempic and Wegovy could double as kidney disease treatment, study suggests

Semaglutide medications — including Ozempic and Wegovy — have been shown to reduce the risk of kidney failure and the risk of death among people with kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. In a trial led by UNSW Sydney between June 2019 and May 2021, researchers found that a small weekly dose of semaglutide lessened the likelihood of “major kidney …

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Early stroke symptoms, plus allergy prevention and foods that promote sleep

EVERY SECOND COUNTS – Jenna Gibson was just 39 when a stroke nearly killed her. Here, she shares her story to help raise awareness among young women. Continue reading… ‘PUBLIC HEALTH CONCERN’ – ADHD now affects 1 in 9 kids in the U.S., a new report reveals. Mental health experts discuss reasons for the spike and how families can help. …

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