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Measles cases identified at ICE’s largest detention facility for children - The Washington Post

Two detainees at a family immigration detention center in Dilley, Texas, have contracted measles, prompting concern among health experts that the virus could spread

Published At: 2026-02-03

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CDC Refuses to Take Blame for Measles Spiraling out of Control - Gizmodo

In a WSJ editorial this week, CDC principal deputy director Ralph Abraham tried to push back against criticism.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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Column | What science says we’ve been getting wrong about exercise - The Washington Post

Doctors and physiologists point to studies that show tiny, regular bursts of effort — like climbing a few stairs — can capture many of the benefits of the gym.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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New Mexico warns against consuming raw milk after newborn dies from listeria - NBC News

Health officials in New Mexico are warning against consuming raw dairy products after a newborn baby in the state died from a listeria infection that they say was likely contracted when the baby's mother drank raw milk during pregnancy

Published At: 2026-02-03

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Opinion | RFK Jr.’s attacks on vaccines just hit a wall of pediatricians - The Washington Post

The American Academy of Pediatrics issuing its own vaccine guidance is not just symbolic.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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More than one-third of cancer cases are preventable, massive study finds - Nature

Many cancers are linked to two modifiable habits: tobacco smoking and alcohol consumption.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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Just When Flu Cases Dropped, Doctors Say They Noticed This Concerning Pattern - AOL.com

Flu cases are increasing after weeks of decline; infectious disease doctors warn a second peak is likely. What’s behind the rise and how to protect yourself.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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The ‘bible for psychiatry’ is getting a rewrite: your guide to the next DSM - Nature

Could the next version of the DSM be a 'living' document that has more focus on the causes of mental illness?

Published At: 2026-02-03

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Why this nutrient is great for your gut health - The Washington Post

Resistant starch helps protect against chronic diseases and has other health benefits. Here are foods you can eat to get more of it every day.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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'Zombie' Remnants of COVID-19 Hunt In Packs And Kill Our Immune Cells - ScienceAlert

'Zombie' coronavirus fragments not only help drive inflammation in long-COVID, but also destroy our immune cells.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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Ultra-processed foods 'engineered' like cigarettes: study - DW.com

A new study has drawn parallels between the addictive qualities of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and tobacco products and called for similar levels of regulation.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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We Were Wrong About How Much Your Genes Shape Your Lifespan - ScienceAlert

Putting aside the risk of an early grave by accident or injury, your genes may have a much greater impact on your lifespan than previously thought, according to an unparalleled study of twin data.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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Victim of 'Celtic Curse' spent years blaming herself for poor health - BBC

Anne Campbell says being diagnosed with a genetic disease in her 80s came as a relief.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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A New Study Says This Common Breakfast Food Could Lower Cholesterol by 10% in Just 2 Days - Food & Wine

A new study by researchers in Germany shows that eating a high intake of oats for just 2 days could quickly lower participants' cholesterol by 10% and was more effective at lowering cholesterol than moderate, long-term consumption of oats. Researchers believe…

Published At: 2026-02-03

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Idaho is the healthiest state in the nation, a new report says. Here’s why - Idaho Statesman

The report credits Idaho’s low obesity rate, low alcohol consumption, low rate of inactivity and praised its access to national forests, mountains and lakes.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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'Efficacy will be secondary': RFK Jr.'s vaccine advisers have a new mission - Politico

The new mandate, the chair of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s panel told POLITICO, is to pay more attention to harms caused by vaccines.

Published At: 2026-02-03

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Dad Gets Horrible Gut Feeling After Friend’s Comment About Baby: “He Says Weird Stuff All The Time” - boredpanda.com

When you become a parent, it’s likely that everyone in your life will show excitement. Whether they’re now a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or honorary relative, it’s a huge joy to have a new baby in their life. But parents have to be careful about who they allow …

Published At: 2026-02-03

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A decade later, measles returns to Disneyland - SFGATE

Health officials warn the public about a child who visited Disneyland with measles while vaccination rates are below herd levels.

Published At: 2026-02-03