Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Christian Azubike Enwuru1, Adenike Shola Aiyedobgon2, Morakinyo Bamikole Ajayi1 &. BMC Women's Health volume 24, Article number: 415 (2024) Cite this article. This study was undertaken to determine the prevalence of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), Trichomonas Vaginalis (TV) co-infection, and the antibacterial sensitivity profile of bacterial isolates. Methods. The study was...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) co-infection, and bacterial antibiogram profile of pregnant women studied in Lagos, Nigeria

New York Post

A nurse was diagnosed with a brain tumor which made her think people were speaking a different language – and she blames it on taking HRT.

Lucy Woodhouse, 43, says she experienced severe headaches which felt like hangovers and struggled to read aloud.

But then in a meeting with colleagues she found herself unable to understand what they were saying, and tests revealed she had a golf ball-sized tumor.



She says she believes the meningioma tumor is linked to the Depo-Provera contraceptive injection, rounds of IVF she had and HRT medication – all of which contain the hormone progesterone.

She says she had the...

I felt hung over and thought everyone was speaking a different language: Turns out I had a brain tumor

Deseret News

Plus the difference between heart attack symptoms for men and women.

Why is arm pain a common heart attack symptom? Here’s what you should know

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

People recognize that gentle, playful banter differs from aggressive, malicious jokes meant to cause pain. Sometimes, however, a lack of familiarity results in confusion: Who decides, and what should the response be?. Scholars Thomas Wilk and Steven Gimbel discuss when the “I was only joking” defense is and isn’t justified....

When Humor Hurts: Playful Ribbing or Malicious Ridicule?

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

It always seems like there’s some new anti-aging gimmick on the market. Instead of looking into every over-promising product, let’s look at the science. There are things that age us faster than we would otherwise, and you may be surprised to hear what makes that list. So, let’s...

5 Surprising Things That Can Make You Age Faster

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

A seven-year-old boy has become the first child in the UK to undergo surgery using a pioneering robot-assisted device. Reece, from Gosport, Hampshire, was treated for a kidney condition at Southampton Children's Hospital. The NHS centre is leading a UK trial of the use of the Versius Surgical Robotic System...

First UK child has surgery in robot device trial

J. Souza

Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

While sleeping pills may provide a short-term solution, these natural sleep aids are better at improving overall sleep health. It's 2 a.m. and you're still up. Frustrated, you grab a sleeping pill. While effective in the short term, sleeping pills can cause memory problems, muscle weakness and drowsiness, among other side effects.

6 Sleeping Pill Alternatives for a Good Night's Sleep

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

“The art of medicine consists in amusing the patient while nature cures the disease.”. The medical profession is rooted in trust and transparency, but there are certain realities that doctors may not readily disclose to their patients. Recognizing these truths can empower patients to make more informed decisions about their health and well-being.

The hidden truths in medicine: What doctors may not always disclose

Back in 2009, I had an “easy surgery” to get my gallbladder removed after multiple excruciating gallbladder attacks. Before the operation, my surgeon went on and on about how easy the surgery would be. He emphasized multiple times how simple it was. I went into that operating room...

What Doctors Really Mean When They Say It’s an ‘Easy Surgery’

If you’ve ever had a medical procedure that required general anesthesia, you know it’s a trippy experience. One moment you’re wide awake and the next you’re simply out, only to come to in a groggy state where you have no idea what just happened. Putting patients under has a long history that stretches back over 200 years, but exactly how the drugs work has been a mystery.

We Finally Know How General Anesthesia Knocks You Out

Alcohol has long been associated with social gatherings, celebrations, and moments of relaxation, but its impact on heart health is often overlooked and underestimated. If you’ve ever found your heart pounding in your chest after a night of intense partying, you might have just shrugged it off as a typical hangover symptom, assuming it to be a temporary discomfort.

Alcohol has a hidden impact on heart health

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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The Fascinating World of the Normal Curve

Imagine you're at a fair, and you see a booth with a giant dartboard. The booth owner challenges you to hit the bullseye. You take your...

The Fascinating World of the Normal Curve

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