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This Slap Fighter Was Hit So Hard It May Have Caused Memory Loss

The TBS show <i>Power Slap</i> was recently canceled. We asked doctors about the potential health consequences of slap fighting competitions.

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How One Radio Station’s Focus On Mental Health Helped Listeners Around The World Feel Less Alone

An independent radio station in Seattle has grown a massive, devoted following based on music, mental health, and helping people feel a little less alone.

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7 Must-Have Products For Cleaning Your Baby’s Teeth

We asked pediatric experts for a variety of colorful and effective washcloths, toothbrushes, and toothpastes to make brushing your baby or toddler’s teeth a little easier.

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08.05.2023

How To Get Rid Of Milia, Those Annoying White Bumps On Your Face

We asked dermatologists for their favorite at-home milia treatments, including exfoliants, serums, and over-the-counter retinols.

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Bindi Irwin Opens Up About Endometriosis Diagnosis And Pain

“I thought I’d never climb out. Thank you to the doctors & nurses who believed my pain. I’m on the road to recovery & the gratitude I feel is overwhelming.”

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08.05.2023

Why Does Air Travel Make Me Gassy And Bloated?

If air travel messes up your gut every time, there are steps you can take to prevent gas, bloating, and constipation when flying.

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08.05.2023

The Opioid Crisis Is Affecting Babies And Toddlers Like Never Before

“The study’s findings tell us that children, especially infants, are collateral damage in the current opioid crisis.”

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The Psychology of Cheating, Explored Through Scandoval

“You can’t change a cheater. A cheater can change a cheater.”

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08.05.2023

5 Water Flossers That Can Help Keep Your Teeth And Gums Healthy

Traditional dental floss is considered the gold standard for cleaning between your teeth, but the Quip water flosser is definitely benefiting my dental hygiene.

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08.05.2023

Those Claw Clips In Your Hair Could Be Dangerous

Claw clips are fantastic for holding lots of hair in place, but several people in car accidents have ended up with serious head wounds from the plastic accessories.

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The Best Cleaning Products According To A CleanTok Influencer

The right supplies could be just what you need to amp up your cleaning game. CleanTok influencer Brianna Ancheta says these are the best.

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What Does It Mean To Be 'Floxed'? The Antibiotic Risk Linked To Bobby Caldwell's Death

R&B singer Bobby Caldwell died this week, apparently after having severe complications related to antibiotic treatment, which is known as being “floxed.”

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08.05.2023

Seaweed ‘Blob’ Approaching Florida: The Health Risks

“It’s not the end of the world and Florida is not going to be buried in seaweed. But you have to assess the risks.”

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08.05.2023

Black Patients Are Less Likely To Receive Dementia Medications Than White Patients

“We know that it's not because we're Black and brown that these disparities have occurred. It’s the racism in the healthcare system and how it was built that has made these disparities happen.”

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08.05.2023

My Quest To Find Tampons That Won’t Leak. Period.

New-wave tampons have been hitting the market for years, but few seem to be specifically focused on maximum absorption. I tested three brands — August, Rael, and Viv — that veer from the traditional design.

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08.05.2023

The Best Vitamin C Serums, According To Dermatologists

Topical vitamin C is the skincare ingredient of the moment. We asked experts about the benefits of vitamin C for your skin and which serums are worth the money.

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08.05.2023

Got An Embarrassing Health Question? We Want To Hear It.

<i>Asking for a Friend</i> is BuzzFeed News’ health advice column. You share your weirdest questions about your body and we get answers from medical experts.

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08.05.2023

Pandemic Mental Health Survey Went Viral Calling Crisis "Minimal"

“We had Animal Crossing town meetings almost every morning”

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08.05.2023

Albuterol Shortage: Asthma Experts Say It's Likely To Get Worse

Albuterol inhalers are still available. However, the liquid version, which is used to treat small children or those with more severe asthma symptoms, is in short supply.

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08.05.2023

COVID May Be Causing Hearing Loss In Some People

There’s no definitive proof that COVID is causing hearing loss, but based on what researchers know about other viruses’ effects on the auditory system, it’s not an unreasonable connection to make.

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08.05.2023

All Adults Should Be Screened For Hepatitis B Virus At Least Once

More than half of the people living with chronic hepatitis B don’t know they’re infected.

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Children With Cystic Fibrosis Will No Longer Automatically Qualify For 'Make-A-Wish'

The nonprofit foundation made the change because treatments now give people with cystic fibrosis a better chance at life.

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08.05.2023

Spring Depression Is A Real Thing. Here’s Why You Might Be Feeling Bad Right Now.

Yes, it’s sometimes true that April, along with March and May, can be the cruelest months. The lingering impact of the daylight saving time change may not be helping.

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08.05.2023

Glowing Sunscreens To Try If You’re Looking For A Supergoop Dupe

Radiant skin plus SPF protection makes glow sunscreens the perfect product, IMO.

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Gwyneth Paltrow Has Tried Rectal Ozone Therapy And Here’s What Experts Think

Known as rectal ozone insufflation therapy, experts say there’s little or no proven medical benefit of the treatment.

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08.05.2023

These African Net Sponges Really Can Help Give You Smoother Skin

An African exfoliating net is affordable, supposedly better than a loofah, and you can keep using it for up to two years — plus it might help with back acne and keratosis pilaris. Sign me up.

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08.05.2023

The Best Products To Declutter According To CleanTok Influencers

It’s just about time for spring cleaning. Here are the containers and bins that cleaning influencers recommend that you use to declutter and get organized.

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08.05.2023

TikTok’s Everything Shower Trend: 12 Products To Try

The TikTok “everything shower” trend is perfect if you crave an occasional luxurious, long, foggy, rejuvenating shower. From exfoliation to face masks to a great razor, here are products I love for this stress-reducing self-care ritual.

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08.05.2023

Long Walks May Help You Live Longer, Even If You Only Do Them Once Or Twice A Week

If you walk just one to two days a week, it’s almost as good as doing it nearly every day, according to a study of people who took 8,000 steps, or about 4 miles, per day.

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08.05.2023

Gym Bros On TikTok Are Eating Dog Food But Experts Say It Might Be Harmful

“Tasted like little pieces of dirt and I definitely don’t think it was worth it."

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08.05.2023

The Hosts Of 'Mean Girl' Said They Don’t Wash Their Hands After Using The Bathroom. Doctors Say That’s Gross — And Not Safe.

“Sometimes with my roommates home, I'll, like, turn the water on because I'm like, I don't want them to think I'm, like, disgusting.”

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08.05.2023

12 Therapists That Made People Say “I Need A New Therapist”

“It was awful, like my worst fears confirmed, that I’m an unlovable, aging freak.”

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08.05.2023

Ohio's Attorney General Sues Railway In Train Derailment

"This derailment was entirely avoidable," Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said.

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08.05.2023

Eczema In Babies: 8 Dermatologist-Approved Skincare Products

There’s no cure for eczema, but here are some dermatologist-recommended moisturizers, bath products, and wipes that may help babies with the skin condition.

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08.05.2023

Pregnancy Is Getting More Dangerous In The US, New Data Show, Especially For Black People

“Let’s face it. We lie in America by saying we really value mothers, motherhood, and women when we clearly don’t.”

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08.05.2023

A Florida Man Died Of A Brain-Eating Amoeba And Residents Are Being Warned To Use Caution With Tap Water

A man in Florida died from a brain-eating amoeba infection possibly due to rinsing his nasal passages with unsterilized tap water.

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08.05.2023

Naomi Osaka Is Having A Baby. These Are The Pregnancy Products She Swears By.

The four-time Grand Slam–winning professional tennis player is expecting her first child with rapper Cordae. From skincare to an air purifier, this is what she’s using to fuel and protect her body throughout her pregnancy.

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Gel Manicures Aren't As Damaging As You Think, Here's Why

Maintaining A Healthy Vaginal PH Level: A Guide

My Aunt Got Colorectal Cancer At 34. That’s More Common Today Than Ever Before.

This Slap Fighter Was Hit So Hard It May Have Caused Memory Loss

How One Radio Station’s Focus On Mental Health Helped Listeners Around The World Feel Less Alone

7 Must-Have Products For Cleaning Your Baby’s Teeth

How To Get Rid Of Milia, Those Annoying White Bumps On Your Face

Bindi Irwin Opens Up About Endometriosis Diagnosis And Pain

Why Does Air Travel Make Me Gassy And Bloated?

The Opioid Crisis Is Affecting Babies And Toddlers Like Never Before

The Psychology of Cheating, Explored Through Scandoval

5 Water Flossers That Can Help Keep Your Teeth And Gums Healthy

Those Claw Clips In Your Hair Could Be Dangerous

The Best Cleaning Products According To A CleanTok Influencer

What Does It Mean To Be 'Floxed'? The Antibiotic Risk Linked To Bobby Caldwell's Death

Seaweed ‘Blob’ Approaching Florida: The Health Risks

Black Patients Are Less Likely To Receive Dementia Medications Than White Patients

My Quest To Find Tampons That Won’t Leak. Period.

The Best Vitamin C Serums, According To Dermatologists

Got An Embarrassing Health Question? We Want To Hear It.

Pandemic Mental Health Survey Went Viral Calling Crisis "Minimal"

Albuterol Shortage: Asthma Experts Say It's Likely To Get Worse

COVID May Be Causing Hearing Loss In Some People

All Adults Should Be Screened For Hepatitis B Virus At Least Once

Children With Cystic Fibrosis Will No Longer Automatically Qualify For 'Make-A-Wish'

Spring Depression Is A Real Thing. Here’s Why You Might Be Feeling Bad Right Now.

Glowing Sunscreens To Try If You’re Looking For A Supergoop Dupe

Gwyneth Paltrow Has Tried Rectal Ozone Therapy And Here’s What Experts Think

These African Net Sponges Really Can Help Give You Smoother Skin

The Best Products To Declutter According To CleanTok Influencers

TikTok’s Everything Shower Trend: 12 Products To Try

Long Walks May Help You Live Longer, Even If You Only Do Them Once Or Twice A Week

Gym Bros On TikTok Are Eating Dog Food But Experts Say It Might Be Harmful

The Hosts Of 'Mean Girl' Said They Don’t Wash Their Hands After Using The Bathroom. Doctors Say That’s Gross — And Not Safe.

12 Therapists That Made People Say “I Need A New Therapist”

Ohio's Attorney General Sues Railway In Train Derailment

Eczema In Babies: 8 Dermatologist-Approved Skincare Products

Pregnancy Is Getting More Dangerous In The US, New Data Show, Especially For Black People

A Florida Man Died Of A Brain-Eating Amoeba And Residents Are Being Warned To Use Caution With Tap Water

Naomi Osaka Is Having A Baby. These Are The Pregnancy Products She Swears By.

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