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JUN 21 - JUL 22
Yahoo LifeCountry singer Mark Chesnutt just underwent emergency quadruple bypass surgery. What to know about the heart procedure.
Bypass is a major open-heart surgery, but a patient’s life expectancy and quality of life afterward are very good, experts say.
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This professor interviewed dozens of people about loneliness. Here's what we get wrong about it.
Being alone means being lonely — and other myths busted by "the scholar of loneliness."
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Barstool's Dave Portnoy had basal cell carcinoma removed. Experts explain the skin cancer's risks, causes and treatment.
Dave Portnoy says he "only had a basal," referring to basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer.
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Want to live a longer, healthier life? New research sheds light on the lifestyle factors that matter.
What a new study teaches us about longevity — and how you can live a longer life.
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Kourtney Kardashian Barker says son Rocky needed fetal surgery due to fluid in his lungs. Families share what the experience is like.
"Anything you can do to save our child, we're in," one mom says of undergoing fetal surgery, which is performed in utero.
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It's the summer solstice! Here's what you need to know — and how it may impact your health.
The summer solstice marks the official start of the summer season and the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
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I'm a grandma in my 60s, and most of my friends are 20 years younger. Here's why I recommend making friends with people who aren't your age.
Why there are benefits to intergenerational friendships — and what it's like.
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How extreme heat affects the body — and who's most at risk
Millions of Americans are under heat alerts this week. Here's how extreme heat affects the body and who is most at risk.
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Your beginner guide to the Mediterranean diet: Which foods to eat and what a sample menu looks like
The Mediterranean diet is easier to follow than you might think. Here's a list of the foods to eat to help you get started.
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Summer fruit injuries are real. Here's how to prevent and treat avocado hand, watermelon wounds and lime burns.
Here's how to stay safe while slicing, squeezing or depitting popular summertime fruit.
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Is it ever OK to ask if someone's on Ozempic? Here's what experts say about questions regarding weight loss drugs.
What's the etiquette for asking about weight loss in the age of Ozempic? Here's what experts — and people who have used medications to slim down — say.
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Cooling centers, Costco and the local cineplex: The best places to avoid extreme heat this summer
From malls to museums, here's where you can find air-conditioned relief from the heat.
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Hot car deaths: Why they happen and how to prevent them
Hot car deaths happen year-round and can happen to anyone. Here's what parents need to know to prevent them.
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WanaBana recall update: FDA sends warning letter to Dollar Tree over lead-contaminated cinnamon apple fruit puree
Health officials are still finding lead-contaminated cinnamon apple products in stores, months after the November recall.
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Do surgeon general warnings work? Experts weigh in.
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy wants a warning label on social media sites. Here's what we know about how they work to stem unhealthy behaviors.
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You saw the surgeon general's proposal and want to read more about social media and health. Start here.
Dive deeper into how social media is impacting teens and young adults and what is being done about it.
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Most Americans aren't eating an ideal diet, according to a new study. Here's how you can improve.
What does an ideal diet include? Nutritionists share tips to eat healthier.
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What is social media addiction?
Experts explore excessive use of social media as U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy calls for platforms to come with a warning.
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Do you have the 'birthday blues'? Mental health experts explain why you might feel sad on your special day — and how to improve your mood.
Not so happy about your birthday? Here's how to change your mindset.
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Some parents are determined to keep their kids away from social media and smartphones. Here's what it's like.
From banding together with other parents to create tech-free "nests" to setting strict rules around screens, some families are cracking down on social media.