8 h. ago This odd dental habit could spark heart health risks, experts warn

The oral hygiene trend of tongue scraping may improve hygiene and reduce bad breath — but overdoing it could harm heart health by disrupting good bacteria and raising blood pressure risk.

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2 d. ago Google’s latest AI model report lacks key safety details, experts say

On Thursday, weeks after launching its most powerful AI model yet, Gemini 2.5 Pro, Google published a technical report showing the results of its internal safety evaluations. However, the report is light on the details, experts say, making it difficult to determine which risks the model might pose. Technical reports provide useful — and unflattering, […]

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4 d. ago Diabetes risk linked to these ultraprocessed food combinations

A new study found that certain combinations of food additives are linked to a higher chance of developing type 2 diabetes. Experts discuss how to mitigate risk.

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8 d. ago Genetic cholesterol eliminated by new drug, reducing heart attack risk, study finds

Researchers have discovered an experimental medication that significantly reduces a cholesterol-like particle that can increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

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8 d. ago Golfer Phil Mickelson’s strict weight loss diet: Doctor shares what to know

Professional golfer Phil Mickelson has said he follows a five-day prolonged fast, which led to him dropping 25 pounds in 2023. A fasting expert shares potential risks and tips on the diet plan.

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9 d. ago Trump's tariffs still risk inflation and recession amid China trade war, experts say

U.S. stocks plunged on Thursday as investors digested Trump's tariff policy.

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1 week ago Are Trump’s tariffs putting retirement accounts at risk? Experts weigh in.

As the stock market plunges, experts say, keep emotions out of decision making. The post Are Trump’s tariffs putting retirement accounts at risk? Experts weigh in. appeared first on Boston.com.

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2 w. ago Eli Lilly Drug Reduces Mysterious Lp(a) Particle Involved in Heart Attack Risk

The Eli Lilly drug caused a major drop in the blood levels of Lp(a), but further research is needed to show that it will prevent heart attacks and strokes.

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3 w. ago America's seniors are vulnerable to these digital threats, experts warn

Experts in senior care discuss the primary digital risks seniors face, including scams and fraud, and how they can stay safe through education and training.

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3 w. ago ‘A Tiny Bit of Math’ Might Improve Your Heart Health, Study Suggests

Your average daily heart rate is a useful metric; so is your daily step count. Combining the two might be even better.

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3 w. ago Trump team revokes $11 billion in funding for addiction, mental health care

The Trump administration says it hopes to save $11.4 billion by freezing and revoking COVID-era grants. Addiction experts say clawing back the federal funding is risky and could put patients at risk.

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3 w. ago Coffee from office machines could risk your heart health: study

Workplace coffee machines could be linked to heart health risks, according to a new study, due to filtering differences associated with higher levels of cholesterol-elevating substances.

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3 w. ago Children's ADHD risk linked to mothers' use of common OTC pain reliever

Use of a common pain reliever during pregnancy could increase the risk of children developing ADHD, new research has found. Experts weigh in on the findings.

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3 w. ago Heart disease risk higher for women who have these unhealthy lifestyle habits

A new study highlights that eight specific health and lifestyle factors could increase women's heart disease risk more than men's. Doctors share their insights.

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3 w. ago ‘Chaos and Confusion’ at the N.I.H., the Crown Jewel of American Science

Senior scientists at the National Institutes of Health fear that research on conditions like obesity, heart disease and cancer will be undermined by President Trump’s policies.

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last month Experts warn of major security risk as foreign recruiters eye fired federal workers

Thousands of fired federal workers offer appealing experience and skills -- to the private sector and foreign adversaries alike, experts tell ABC News.

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last month Closing Education Department puts 'American competitiveness' at risk, expert warns

The Trump administration plans to gut the Education Department office that measures student success. An education expert says this could hurt American competitiveness in the long run.

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