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Once you settle in for Sunday, check out this week’s top Health articles you missed or wanted to check out.
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Let’s take a closer look at this selection.
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This week’s recap includes (from left to right) stories about cancer within the royal family, the impact of gender-affirming treatments on young people, and the impact sleep deprivation has on overnight health. (Getty Images; iStock)
women champion heart health
For American Heart Month, doctors and patients are speaking out to help women get life-saving attention and treatment for their conditions.
Carol Pollard, 79, of San Jose, Calif., and Tina Marie Marsden, 49, of Georgia, talk about how their symptoms were overlooked and how their diagnosis was made. I will tell you how I fought for it. “Women’s health is a very important issue and requires advocacy to find the right health care provider who recognizes bias,” Dr. Philip Adamson told FOX News Digital. Click here to get the story.
Carol Pollard (left) and Tina Marsden (right) suffered a life-threatening misdiagnosis. Fox News Digital spoke to them about their experiences and why they encourage others to advocate for their health. (Carol Pollard, Tina Marston)
Some states cover Medicaid for housing.
The lines between housing and health care are becoming increasingly blurred as some states allocate Medicaid funds to provide housing for the homeless.
While some believe the measure could help alleviate health conditions that can result from poor living conditions, others say the funding does not address the underlying problem. Click here to get the story.
A homeless woman is begging on the sidewalk in the city. Her sign reads, “Homeless and Hungry – Please Help.” (Photo credit: © Viviane Moos/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images)
Cancer runs in the royal family
As King Charles III announces his cancer diagnosis, Fox News Digital looks back at other members of the British royal family who have battled the disease, from Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York to King Edward VII .
“When it comes to demographics, cancer is the big leveler,” said one doctor. Click here to get the story.
From left to right, British royals diagnosed with cancer include Queen Elizabeth II, Charles III, King George VI and Sarah Ferguson. (Getty Images)
Doctor shares ‘back to basics’ health tips
When it comes to health, it’s best to go back to basics, says Dr. Barbara Bower, a primary care physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
She shares six surprisingly easy ways to stay healthy, touching on things like sleep and immunity. Click here to get the story.
Dr. Barbara Bower, a family medicine physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, said checking with your doctor about any “fundamental” changes is important to maintaining your overall health. (The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center)
What’s your name?
Have you ever wondered how prescription drugs get their names? Johnson & Johnson’s former head of AI drug development tells Fox News Digital how drugs get their names. I revealed it. The process may surprise you. Click here to get the story.
According to one doctor, drug naming can be viewed as a “step-by-step process” based on drug advancement, starting with the chemical name. (Getty Images)
Health effects of staying up all night
Staying up all night can have a variety of physical and mental effects.
Two doctors have uncovered the short- and long-term effects of staying up all night, from weakened immune systems to mood changes and impaired judgment. Click here to get the story.
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Study finds ‘gender-affirming’ care does not benefit young people
A national organization of pediatricians and other medical professionals argues that “gender-affirming” therapies such as puberty blockers, surgery, and hormone therapy have not been shown to benefit young people with gender dysphoria. ing. Click here to get the story.
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