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05 Feb
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Stroke Risk in Women
In a new study, women who followed the Mediterranean diet most closely had a much lower risk of all types of stroke, including those caused by bleeding in the brain.
04 Feb
Diabetes During Pregnancy Linked to Higher Epilepsy Risk in Children
A new study finds children exposed to type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes in the womb have a slightly increased risk of developing epilepsy.
03 Feb
Study Raises Red Flags About Noise Machines, Apps and Healthy Sleep
A new study suggests pink noise, a common sleep aide, may interfere with deep, restorative sleep necessary for both body and brain health.
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter February 6, 2026
Norovirus Sickens 13 Finnish Hockey Players, Postpones Canada Match
A fast-spreading stomach virus has sidelined the Finnish women’s hockey team, forcing officials to postpone a highly anticipated Olympic matchup against Canada.
The Finnish Ice Hockey Association confirmed that 13 players were either sick or placed in quarantine amid a norovirus outbreak. Olympic officials said delaying the game was ... Full Page
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Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter February 6, 2026
Surgical 'Add-On' Lowers Risk Of Ovarian Cancer
A simple surgical add-on can dramatically reduce a woman’s risk of ovarian cancer, a new study says.
Proactively removing the fallopian tubes during routine gynecologic surgeries like hysterectomy or tubal ligation can reduce the risk of ovarian cancer by nearly 80%, researchers reported Feb. 2 in JAMA Network Open.
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Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter February 6, 2026
Americans Optimistic About Heart Health Prospects, But Face An Uphill Battle, Survey Suggests
Americans could be facing an uphill battle when it comes to protecting their heart health as they age, a new Cleveland Clinic poll reveals.
Nearly 3 of 4 Americans (72%) feel confident in their ability to maintain heart health as they age, the survey found.
But nearly as many (69%) also report that they have at least one known risk f... Full Page
Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter February 6, 2026
Born to the Beat: Newborns Show Innate Understanding of Musical Rhythm
Even before they can crawl or speak, infants are essentially "wired" for music.
A new study reveals that humans enter the world with a built-in ability to anticipate musical beats, though the capacity to track a melody takes a bit more practice and time to develop.
The research, published Feb. 5 in PLOS Biology, explored whe... Full Page
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter February 5, 2026
Diabetes Drug May Slow Kidney Aging, Study in Fast-Aging Fish Finds
A group of medications often used to treat diabetes may also help protect aging kidneys, according to a new study.
Published recently in the journal Kidney International, the study tested drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors in African turquoise killifish, a small fish that lives only 4 to 6 months.
Because the fish age so qu... Full Page
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter February 5, 2026
Plastic Surgeons Urge Waiting Until Age 19 for Gender Surgery
A major group of U.S. plastic surgeons is now urging doctors to delay gender transition surgeries for young patients until they are at least 19 years old.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) announced the change Tuesday. It said there is not enough quality research showing long-term benefits of surgery for teens, and that newer... Full Page
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