Ian Weissman, DO
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If you start to feel better with the flu and then begin to feel worse again, that could be a sign of bacterial pneumonia, a serious complication that people sometimes get after the flu.
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Flu Is Surging in the US. How Accurate Are At-Home Flu Tests?
The tests are helpful, but not perfect.
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January 5, 2026 at 4:13 AM
If you start to feel better with the flu and then begin to feel worse again, that could be a sign of bacterial pneumonia, a serious complication that people sometimes get after the flu.
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Here are the wellness trends that stood up to science, and those that were mostly hype.
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Wellness trends worth taking into the new year (and some that aren't)
We reported on all sorts of products and practices promising to make you healthy last year. Here are the ones that stood up to science, and those that were mostly hype.
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January 5, 2026 at 4:09 AM
Here are the wellness trends that stood up to science, and those that were mostly hype.
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The American Heart Association developed its Life’s Simple 7 metric to help people optimise their cardiovascular health. People should:
-Stop smoking
-Eat better
-Get active
-Lose weight
-Manage blood pressure
-Control cholesterol
-Reduce blood sugar
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-Stop smoking
-Eat better
-Get active
-Lose weight
-Manage blood pressure
-Control cholesterol
-Reduce blood sugar
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Could these 7 behaviors help extend lifespan after a cancer diagnosis?
A study has found that people exercise regularly, quit smoking, and practice five other health strategies can improve their chances of living longer after cancer.
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January 5, 2026 at 4:02 AM
The American Heart Association developed its Life’s Simple 7 metric to help people optimise their cardiovascular health. People should:
-Stop smoking
-Eat better
-Get active
-Lose weight
-Manage blood pressure
-Control cholesterol
-Reduce blood sugar
www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/7-h...
-Stop smoking
-Eat better
-Get active
-Lose weight
-Manage blood pressure
-Control cholesterol
-Reduce blood sugar
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Cuba is battling a surge of several infectious diseases, the country’s most serious crisis in recent decades. Infections such as chikungunya, dengue, and Oropouche are overwhelming the country’s hospitals and mortuaries.
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Cuba battling infectious disease ‘surge,’ Canadian travellers advised to take precautions
Cuba is battling a 'surge' of several infectious diseases, the country’s most serious crisis in recent decades, according to an article published earlier this week.
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January 5, 2026 at 3:56 AM
Cuba is battling a surge of several infectious diseases, the country’s most serious crisis in recent decades. Infections such as chikungunya, dengue, and Oropouche are overwhelming the country’s hospitals and mortuaries.
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Flu is particularly dangerous for people 65 and older, pregnant women, young children and people of any age who have chronic health problems, including asthma, diabetes, heart disease and weak immune systems.
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Flu is rising rapidly, driven by a new variant. Here's what to know
The CDC estimated there have been at least 7.5 million illnesses in the U.S., 81,000 hospitalizations and 3,100 deaths from flu so far this season.
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January 5, 2026 at 3:53 AM
Flu is particularly dangerous for people 65 and older, pregnant women, young children and people of any age who have chronic health problems, including asthma, diabetes, heart disease and weak immune systems.
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"These scientific discoveries brought us joy in 2025. Amidst a tough year for science, glimmers of joy burst through in revelations from the silly to the sublime."
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These scientific discoveries brought us joy in 2025
Amidst a tough year for science, glimmers of joy burst through in revelations from the silly to the sublime.
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January 4, 2026 at 4:26 AM
"These scientific discoveries brought us joy in 2025. Amidst a tough year for science, glimmers of joy burst through in revelations from the silly to the sublime."
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www.sciencenews.org/article/scie...
Commonly used tattoo pigments can influence immune activity, trigger inflammation, and reduce the effectiveness of certain vaccines.
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Tattoos Affect Your Immune System in Ways We're Only Beginning to Understand
From minimalist wrist designs to full sleeves, body art has become so common that it barely raises an eyebrow.
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January 4, 2026 at 4:20 AM
Commonly used tattoo pigments can influence immune activity, trigger inflammation, and reduce the effectiveness of certain vaccines.
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Of those infected, 172 were unvaccinated, four were partially vaccinated with one of the recommended two-dose measles-mumps-rubella vaccines, one was fully vaccinated and four had unknown vaccination status while four are still being investigated.
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Measles cases in South Carolina rise by nine to 185, state health department says
The South Carolina health department reported 185 measles cases related to the ongoing outbreak in the state on Friday, nine additional cases since its last update on Tuesday.
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January 4, 2026 at 4:16 AM
Of those infected, 172 were unvaccinated, four were partially vaccinated with one of the recommended two-dose measles-mumps-rubella vaccines, one was fully vaccinated and four had unknown vaccination status while four are still being investigated.
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New York reports record-breaking number of flu hospitalizations in a single week. During the week ending Dec. 27, 4,546 people were hospitalized with flu. Vaccination protects yourself and your community, and works to keep you out of the hospital.
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New York reports record-breaking number of flu hospitalizations in a single week
New York is reporting the highest number of flu hospitalizations recorded in a single week, the state department said on Friday.
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January 4, 2026 at 4:12 AM
New York reports record-breaking number of flu hospitalizations in a single week. During the week ending Dec. 27, 4,546 people were hospitalized with flu. Vaccination protects yourself and your community, and works to keep you out of the hospital.
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Federal officials have identified more than 1,700 cosmetic products that intentionally add 'forever chemicals' known as PFAS. Researchers found that safety data for most of these chemicals is unavailable or incomplete.
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'Forever Chemicals' Common in Cosmetics, but FDA Says Safety Data Are Scant
SATURDAY, Jan. 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Federal regulators have released a mandated report regarding the presence of "forever chemicals" in makeup and skincar
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January 4, 2026 at 4:06 AM
Federal officials have identified more than 1,700 cosmetic products that intentionally add 'forever chemicals' known as PFAS. Researchers found that safety data for most of these chemicals is unavailable or incomplete.
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Creative and artistic activities — such as dancing, making music, drawing, or even playing complex strategy video games — naturally combine many ingredients that are beneficial for the brain.
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Brain aging: Creative pursuits may help support brain health
Research suggests that individuals who partake in creative activities, such as arts and crafts, musical instruments, and gardening, typically have a more youthful brain on average.
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January 4, 2026 at 4:04 AM
Creative and artistic activities — such as dancing, making music, drawing, or even playing complex strategy video games — naturally combine many ingredients that are beneficial for the brain.
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What you need to know - you’re 🔩ed
January 4, 2026 at 1:13 AM
What you need to know - you’re 🔩ed
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"If you're using public transportation, if you're in the room with a lot of other people, if you're in a healthcare setting, it's really smart to wear a mask especially higher-quality masks. I was taking the subway yesterday, and I was wearing an N95 mask."
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Flu cases are surging and rates will likely get worse, new CDC data shows
Flu season is off to a rough start this year, according to new CDC data. The virus is spreading faster than in previous years and the surge is likely to get worse. Here's what you need to know.
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January 1, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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I'm so very sorry for your loss and theirs.
January 1, 2026 at 11:54 PM
I'm so very sorry for your loss and theirs.
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My sister contracted measles prior to a vaccine being developed. Measles wiped her immune memory, she was then exposed to and infected with TB. She spent a year at a live-in TB treatment facility, and saw no outside visitors. Sadly her health never recovered and she died at 16. So hard on mom.
January 1, 2026 at 11:52 PM
My sister contracted measles prior to a vaccine being developed. Measles wiped her immune memory, she was then exposed to and infected with TB. She spent a year at a live-in TB treatment facility, and saw no outside visitors. Sadly her health never recovered and she died at 16. So hard on mom.
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Yes. Including me.
January 2, 2026 at 5:12 AM
Yes. Including me.
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Mesmo com toda a preguiça que o ser humano tenha,duvido muito que a nossa espécie chegue aos 500 milhões de anos de existência,como a nossa querida lesma ou caramujo.
O nosso maior predador somos nós mesmos e será difícil comemorar 500 milhões de anos dos Sapiens.
Um viva à sapiência das lesmas!😁
O nosso maior predador somos nós mesmos e será difícil comemorar 500 milhões de anos dos Sapiens.
Um viva à sapiência das lesmas!😁
January 2, 2026 at 11:14 AM
Mesmo com toda a preguiça que o ser humano tenha,duvido muito que a nossa espécie chegue aos 500 milhões de anos de existência,como a nossa querida lesma ou caramujo.
O nosso maior predador somos nós mesmos e será difícil comemorar 500 milhões de anos dos Sapiens.
Um viva à sapiência das lesmas!😁
O nosso maior predador somos nós mesmos e será difícil comemorar 500 milhões de anos dos Sapiens.
Um viva à sapiência das lesmas!😁
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"A waist-to-height ratio >0.5 was considered a criterion for obesity"
More than 75% of U.S. adults may now meet the criteria for obesity.
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More than 75% of US adults may meet criteria for obesity under new definition: Study
A new definition of obesity could nearly double the prevalence of U.S. adults with the condition, a new study published Monday finds.
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January 2, 2026 at 12:28 PM
"A waist-to-height ratio >0.5 was considered a criterion for obesity"
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The ACA’s enhanced subsidies have expired. Here’s what you need to know.
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The ACA’s enhanced subsidies have expired. Here’s what you need to know | CNN Politics
The cavalry didn’t come to save the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium subsidies, which ended when 2025 did. And while the House is expected to vote in January on a Democratic proposal to extend t...
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January 2, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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Feeling a bit sluggish today.
January 2, 2026 at 11:47 PM
Feeling a bit sluggish today.
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Alarming
Chronic pain patients with six or more gabapentin prescriptions had a higher incidence of dementia and mild cognitive impairment. Dementia risk was more than double -- and mild cognitive impairment risk was more than triple.
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Gabapentin Under Scrutiny: 2025 Data Challenged Safety Profile
New research questioned old assumptions
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January 3, 2026 at 4:07 AM
Alarming
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My husband, who contracted pneumonia from this year's ugly type of flu just before Christmas, tested negative at home for the flu but positive in an ER several days later. His lungs are slowly recovering.
The treatment works best when started within 48 hours of symptom onset. Therefore, the CDC says treatment should not be withheld due to a negative test result if a person’s symptoms are consistent with the flu, especially if they are in a high risk group.
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Amid rise in flu cases, what to know about at-home flu tests
As flu cases rise across the country, here is everything to know about testing yourself for the illness at home.
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January 3, 2026 at 4:31 AM
My husband, who contracted pneumonia from this year's ugly type of flu just before Christmas, tested negative at home for the flu but positive in an ER several days later. His lungs are slowly recovering.
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The simple metal box that could change the world - Healthy Debate
This quiet, repairable metal air cleaner is an inexpensive long-term disease prevention tool for public spaces.
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January 3, 2026 at 4:34 AM
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One thing that's going to start having to happen is riskier earlier vaccinations for MMR because until the antivaxxers get cracked down on, measles is just going to wander around randomly killing newborns.
“There’s evidence from this study that very early vaccination delays lead to later vaccination delays and even missed vaccination for measles. This shows that vaccine hesitancy is really starting early and has a long arc with severe end consequences.”
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Missed first vaccines make babies far more likely to miss measles shot, study finds
Babies who don’t get their first round of vaccines on time at 2 months of age are much less likely to get vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella by age 2, a new study finds.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:38 AM
One thing that's going to start having to happen is riskier earlier vaccinations for MMR because until the antivaxxers get cracked down on, measles is just going to wander around randomly killing newborns.