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An avocado a day could lower ‘bad’ cholesterol levels,
We’ve all heard the old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” According to a new study, however, the same may be true for avocados — at least when it comes to lowering “bad” cholesterol levels. The study, conducted by researchers at Penn State University and published in the Journal of Nutrition, suggests that eating one…
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Brazil bans Russia’s Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine due to carrying live cold virus
Health regulators in Brazil announced the country’s intention to ban Russia’s Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine after they said they found traces of the live common cold-causing virus in the drug, reports said. Angela Rasmussen, the country’s top virologist, told the AFP that the discovery raises concerns about the “integrity of the manufacturing process.” Her agency said in a statement…
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More blood clot cases following Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine reported
Federal health officials have identified several additional cases of a rare but serious blood clot in people who received the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. The cases were discussed during a meeting Friday as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advisory committee weigh data for potential updated policy recommendations. Dr. Tom Shimabukuro with the CDC COVID-19 vaccine…
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FDA lifts Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine pause
Federal health officials lifted an 11-day pause on use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine on Friday following a review and the recommendation of a panel of experts who determined it met safety standards despite rare instances of severe blood clots. The Food and Drug Administration and the Centers Disease Control and Prevention lifted the pause shortly after a…
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Blood pressure drugs don’t increase cancer risk
There is no evidence that blood pressure medication increases the risk of developing cancer, according to the largest, most detailed analysis on the matter yet, researchers say. The findings were presented in late August at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2020 digital conference. “Our results should reassure the public about the safety of antihypertensive drugs with respect to cancer, which is…
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Diet drinks linked to same heart issues as sweetened beverages
Artificially sweetened drinks may not be a healthier option after all, with a new study finding an increased risk of heart issues Results stemmed from the French NutriNet-Santé study with over 104,000 participants and their dietary records, completed every six months, according to a news release. Findings were published in the Journal of American College of Cardiology. “Compared to non-consumers, both higher consumers of sugary drinks and of…
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Oxford halts AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccinations in kids’ trial
The University of Oxford has suspended AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccinations in a small clinical trial for children, while the U.K.’s medicines regulator examines reports of rare blood clotting in vaccinated adults. An Oxford spokesperson said “there are no safety concerns in the pediatric clinical trial,” in a statement sent to Fox News. “Whilst there are no safety concerns in the…
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What you need to know about your COVID-19 vaccine card
The golden ticket to a post-pandemic world is a shot in the arm — and the flimsy paper proof of it. With close to a quarter of Americans now vaccinated against COVID-19, people are increasingly wondering what to do with their vaccine card. The small yet vital piece of documentation serves as the only physical proof many now…
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Can I still spread the coronavirus after I’m vaccinated?
Can I still spread the coronavirus after I’m vaccinated? It’s possible. Experts say the risk is low, but are still studying how well the shots blunt the spread of the virus. The current vaccines are highly effective at preventing people from getting seriously sick with COVID-19. But even if vaccinated people don’t get sick, they might still get…
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FDA approves 2 rapid coronavirus tests to be sold over-the-counter for at-home use
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week approved two rapid, over-the-counter coronavirus tests that will soon hit drugstore shelves for easy, at-home testing capabilities. The FDA in a Wednesday announcement said it has approved Abbott’s BinaxNow and Quidel’s QuickVue tests that the public will soon be able to purchase without a doctor’s prescription. “Screening testing, especially with…
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