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Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer  The rate of young people having strokes has increased, according to a new CDC report.Researchers pointed to more young people having obesity and hypertension as a reason for rising numbers.You can mitigate your risk of stroke by making lifestyle changes, such as exercising regularly and eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables.
More young people are having strokes, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).The CDC found that, compared to rates from about a decade ago, the risk of stroke has increased by...

New CDC Report Shows Strokes on the Rise Among Younger Adults—What's Behind the Increase?

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer  Ozempic and Wegovy have been approved by the FDA to manage weight and control type 2 diabetes, but research has shown that it may have many other benefits.New studies found that semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, may protect kidney health.Other conditions semaglutide may be able to treat include dementia, pancreatitis, and polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS.
Semaglutide, the active ingredient in the diabetes and weight management drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, may offer yet another potential benefit: protecting kidney health.Clinical trial results published recently in The New England Journal...

Beyond Weight Management: 5 Other Potential Benefits of Semaglutide

California State

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Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Medically reviewed by Sameena Zahoor, MDMedically reviewed by Sameena Zahoor, MDCoughing is your body’s way of protecting your lungs from irritants. This reflex helps remove or eject harmful substances from your airways, preventing them from entering your lungs. Everybody coughs sometimes—but a frequent dry cough can be a sign of a health condition that needs treatment.A dry cough can be either acute (lasting up to three weeks), subacute (lasting 3-8 weeks), or chronic (lasting more than eight weeks). Coughing is one of the most common reasons people visit their healthcare providers. In fact, up to 12% of the world population...

What Causes a Dry Cough?

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDMedically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDHeartburn is a burning sensation in your chest caused by stomach acid refluxing (coming back up)  into the esophagus (the hollow muscular tube that connects your throat to your stomach). Over 60 million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month.You may experience heartburn every once in a while from overeating or eating too fast. Some people get occasional heartburn, but some experience it more regularly if they have a condition like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or chronic acid reflux.GERD is a gastrointestinal condition in which stomach acid flows...

What To Drink for Heartburn Relief

Medically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MDMedically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MDKidneys filter waste and balance fluids in the body. Supporting kidney health is crucial for maintaining overall well-being, and supplements may be able to help. By providing essential nutrients, some supplements can enhance kidney function and reduce the risk of nutritional deficiencies.That may be especially true for people with kidney disease, who often experience nutrient deficiencies due to reduced kidney function, dietary restrictions, and the effects of medications. Common deficiencies among people with kidney issues include vitamin D, iron, calcium, and B vitamins. Addressing these deficiencies through supplements...

8 Supplements That Support Kidney Health

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The zodiac signs that are perceived as lazy are those who are prone to procrastination. Such individuals love to work at their own pace and sometimes delay the delivery of assignments or tasks. People who love their comfort zone are sometimes seen as lazy people since their work rate is not as high as others.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Lazy

Maryland State

More than 60 ice cream products from 13 different brands are being recalled due to possible Listeria contamination, the Food and Drug Administration said Monday.The recall was issued by Totally Cool, Inc., a Maryland-based manufacturer, and affects products from brands including Jeni's, Friendly's, and ChipWich.No illnesses have been reported in connection to the recall, but consumers who may have any of the ice cream products at home are urged throw them away or return for a refund.
Certain pints of ice cream, ice cream cakes, ice cream cones, and more are being recalled due to possible Listeria contamination, the Food and...

Check Your Freezer: More Than 60 Ice Cream Products Recalled Over Listeria Concerns

Clark County, WA

Timothy A Gruver

Dentist Ellis B. Jardine of Clark County has been suspended for allegedly practicing outside the scope of his licenses and subpar care, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Friday.

Dentist Suspended for Subpar Care & Unlicensed Practices

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Medically reviewed by Lindsey DeSoto, RDMedically reviewed by Lindsey DeSoto, RDMint is the collective name for a number of plants that belong to the mint or Lamiaceae plant family.Mint, including peppermint, is commonly used as an ingredient in drinks, desserts, and other recipes and can also be taken as a dietary supplement.Studies show that supplementing with mint may benefit health in several ways, including improving certain digestive conditions and soothing nausea.May Benefit Digestive ConditionsMint has certain properties that make it an effective natural treatment for digestive conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and indigestion, a medical term for discomfort in the...

Health Benefits of Mint

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Washington State

The Washington State Board of Nursing has suspended the registered nurse and advanced registered nurse practitioner licenses of Percy Lynchard III, the Washington Department of Health reported on Friday.

Nurse's Licenses Suspended for Improper Rx: Investigation Reveals Substandard Care

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Governor Gavin Newsom announced, June 28, that 1,700 first-generation homebuyers have been conditionally approved for the Dream For All (DFA) Shared Appreciation Loan program.

CalHFA issues all 1,700 vouchers for down payment assistance program

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MDMedically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MDA calprotectin fecal test measures the amount of a protein called calprotectin in your stool (poop) to look for intestinal inflammation. When inflammation affects your intestines, your immune system sends neutrophils (white blood cells) to the affected area. Neutrophils release calprotectin, which mixes with stool.Gastroenterologists (doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract) use calprotectin fecal tests to help diagnose and monitor inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (UC).PurposeThe calprotectin fecal test is a non-invasive method for identifying intestinal inflammation. Collecting...

What To Know about a Calprotectin Fecal Test

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

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What Is Long COVID, Exactly? A New Universal Definition May Help More People Access Care

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick BlackmerLong COVID has been recognized since 2020 and affects an estimated 17,000 people in the U.S. Yet there’s...

What Is Long COVID, Exactly? A New Universal Definition May Help More People Access Care

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