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A tiny birthmark was 1st sign of Virginia college student's deadly cancer
Melanoma is the second-most-common type of cancer diagnosed in 15 to 19-year-olds and the most common form of cancer affecting young adults age 25 to 29. Here’s the story of Mari Tisera, who died at age 20
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1 dead in New Jersey, at least 9 sickened in tri-state from listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meats
One person in New Jersey has died and at least nine have been sickened in the tri-state from a listeria outbreaking likely linked to sliced deli meats, according to a new warning from the Centers for Disease Control. Another person died in Illinois and a total of 28 illnesses have been reported across 12 states, the CDC said. “Many people…
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Philadelphia Country Club hosts the Ernie Els #GameOn Autism Golf Clinic
Golfers in Montgomery County had a special opportunity to work on their swing. The Philadelphia Country Club was the site of the Ernie Els #GameOn Autism Golf clinic. The clinic was broken up into stations that used visual learning to teach basic golf skills.
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Tips for preventing leaving kids in cars during dangerous heat
NBC10’s Matt DeLucia shares some tips to make sure you don’t leave a young child in a car as it doesn’t take long on a hot day for the temperature in the car to become dangerous.
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Officials warn adults to keep children out of hot cars and for elderly to limit time in the heat
Warnings are in place across the region to protect vulnerable groups from the excessive heat. Officials are warning people to take precautions when doing any activities outside. They say not to leave children in hot cars and for workers and the elderly to limit time outdoors. NBC10’s Leah Uko has what people need to know to stay safe.
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Tips on preventing the deaths of children in hot cars
Hot car child deaths have dramatically increased in the U.S. over the years. Here are tips on how to prevent them.
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US health officials confirm 4 new bird flu cases in Colorado poultry workers
Four poultry workers in Colorado have been diagnosed with bird flu, bringing the U.S. total to nine since the first human case of the current outbreak was detected in 2022.
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Fitness icon Richard Simmons dead at 76
Fitness icon Richard Simmons is dead at 76, according to law enforcement sources.
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Mental health clinics across the US are helping Latinos bridge language and access barriers
The 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health showed that just over one-fifth of Hispanic adults reported having a mental illness.
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Man, 35, was perfectly healthy when mystery headaches led to startling diagnosis
John Shadock was diagnosed with a cancer so aggressive it’s been called “the terminator,” but he’s doing well five years later.
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How to know if you're using sunscreen correctly
Here’s some advice from medical experts.
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What is the bubonic plague? From symptoms to how humans catch it, here's what to know
Colorado health officials have confirmed a human case of the plague, the rare bacterial infection infamously known for killing tens of millions in 14th century Europe. Today, it’s easily treated with antibiotics.
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‘It's still concerning.' As COVID numbers rise health experts remind people to protect themselves
As COVID numbers are rising across the country the CDC is reminding people that it still exists even in the summer months. NBC10’s Deanna Durante spoke with a health expert about what people should be doing to protect themselves to prevent serious illness.
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The unique exercise this neuroscientist does for optimal brain health: ‘Physical activity is so powerful for our brain'
To keep your brain health in good shape, you should engage in physical activity as often as you can. Here’s a neuroscientist’s preferred form of exercise.
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Ozempic may be linked to condition that causes blindness, but more research is needed
People who were prescribed semaglutide were more likely to develop an optic nerve condition that can lead to sudden vision loss.
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Which sodas contain BVO? After FDA bans food additive, avoid these products
The FDA banned the ingredient in early July after the agency ruled it’s no longer considered safe.
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Colorado dairy worker tests positive for bird flu, fourth person linked to outbreak
A fourth farm worker has been infected with bird flu in the growing outbreak linked to dairy cows, health officials reported Wednesday.
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FDA approves new Alzheimer's drug from Eli Lilly
According to Eli Lilly, the drug has been shown to modestly slow a decline in memory and thinking abilities.
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Moms are going viral for sharing dramatic before-and-after photos of ‘pregnancy nose'
Tyreece Gilligan knew her body would change when she got pregnant. She wasn’t prepared however, for the “startling” transformation of her facial features.
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Survey says a clean home is a turn on for most people
In a new survey from Swiffer, 69% of Americans said seeing their significant other cleaning up was a turn on. NBC10’s Erin Coleman and Frances Wang weighed in on the results.