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Cyclosporiasis cases are spreading across the U.S. — here’s how to protect your family and reduce risk of infection

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Cases of cyclosporiasis — an illness caused by a microscopic parasite often linked to contaminated fresh produce like strawberries — are climbing across the U.S. this summer, with outbreaks reported in multiple states and Michigan alone logging hundreds of cases in recent weeks. Currently, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) is investigating this multistate surge … Read more

How To Reduce Empty Miles In Freight Transportation Networks

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Trucks move across roads every day with no load inside. Fuel expenses rise when vehicles run without goods aboard. Driver output drops if long stretches go unused each trip. Emissions grow higher even though nothing gets delivered during such runs. Logistics teams focus closely on cutting these unproductive distances. Efficiency gains often follow when fewer … Read more

‘X-Men’ star Tyler Mane’s openness about his breast cancer could help reduce stigma, doctors say

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“X-Men” actor and former wrestler Tyler Mane’s announcement that he has breast cancer may prompt men to increase their vigilance about a disease closely associated with women, doctors say. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Mane revealed his diagnosis to fans in an Instagram post Monday, … Read more

GLP-1 drugs may reduce the risk of cancer progressing, study suggests

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GLP-1 drugs may be linked to a lower risk of cancer progression, according to new research that will be presented next week at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The list of health benefits tied to the diabetes … Read more

‘Mentally active’ sitting may reduce dementia risk, study finds

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Sitting for hours on a regular basis can be bad for your body and brain. A new study suggests that keeping your brain engaged helps counteract some of the harms of sedentary behavior. Engagement means activities such as knitting or solving a puzzle, instead of mindlessly scrolling or passively watching a screen. Scientists at the … Read more