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What's the deadliest month of the year?

By Elizabeth Rayne last updated

What is the deadliest month for people living in the United States?

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New RSV vaccine given in pregnancy protects newborns from illness, Pfizer says

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The drugmaker Pfizer announced positive trial results for its RSV vaccine designed to protect newborns.

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Best magnesium supplement 2022: Boost energy and aid restful sleep

By Alice Ball last updated

We’ve tested the best magnesium supplement to help improve sleep, relieve anxiety and ease muscle cramps

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Why it's time to abolish daylight saving time

By Robert Roy Britt last updated

Congress should set clocks permanently to standard time, for better sleep, health and public safety

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Oral-B iO Series 10 review

By Luke Edwards published

Review The Oral-B iO Series 10 is one of the most advanced toothbrushes you can buy, but is it worth the steep price?

Review
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Vitamin D: Everything you need to know about this essential nutrient

By Maddy Biddulph last updated

According to research, 42% of Americans aren’t getting enough Vitamin D. Here’s what you need to know about this bone-boosting vitamin

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Best vitamin D supplement 2022: Support your mental wellbeing this winter

By Anna Gora published

Buying Guide The best vitamin D supplement is an easy way to support your physical and mental health during the winter months

Buying Guide
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Why People Hear Voices When Climbing Mount Everest

By Charles Q. Choi last updated

People can get visual and auditory hallucinations and extreme altitudes, and altitude sickness may not be the cause, research found.

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Seven science-backed benefits of omega-3

By Anna Gora published

Reference From brain health to healthy bones, these are the key benefits of omega-3 fatty acids

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Save 50% on the smartmi HEPA air purifier with this early Black Friday deal

By Anna Gora published

Deal Don't miss this early Black Friday deal — the smartmi HEPA Air Purifier is now $110 cheaper on Amazon

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Vegan vs Mediterranean diet: Which is better?

By Lou Mudge published

Reference We’ve compared a vegan vs Mediterranean diet with help from some top nutrition experts, to see what effects they can have on our health

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Woman Tried to Treat Athlete’s Foot with Raw Garlic. It Burned Through Her Toe.

By Laura Geggel last updated

A woman in England learned the hard way that it's not safe to treat a foot fungus infection by covering it with slices of raw garlic, according to a new report of the woman's case.

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Four possible benefits of fasting, according to science

By Maddy Biddulph published

Reference From improved gut health to weight loss, we speak to a dietitian to find out more about the potential benefits of fasting

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How do we know when blood oxygen is too low?

By Kirsty Welsh published

Reference We've quizzed the experts on how to find out what blood oxygen is too low so that you can measure your levels yourself and monitor them accordingly

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How to clean the air in your home

By Sarah Finley published

REFERENCE Wondering how to clean the air in your home? We've got all the information you need

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DNA-damaging gut bacteria may fuel colon cancer in patients with inflammatory bowel disease

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Certain gut bacteria may explain the link between inflammatory bowel disease and colon cancer.

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'Zombie cells' in the body tied to aging may actually help heal tissue damage

By Nicoletta Lanese published

"Zombie cells" both contribute to age-related disease and help heal important tissues.

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What are calories?

By Joanne Lewsley last updated

Calories are units of energy. But how does an understanding of calories help with weight control and weight loss?

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What are the best supplements for sleep?

By Jack Phillips published

Reference Discover the best supplements for sleep concerns so you can doze off every single night

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Is fiber good for weight loss?

By Maddy Biddulph last updated

We ask the experts how upping your fiber intake could be good for weight loss