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Here are eight stories worth knowing about.
1. Breast removal surgery for girls under 12
Hundreds of girls under the age of 12 with gender dysphoria have undergone double mastectomies since 2017, and the number may be much higher, according to an analysis published this week by the Manhattan Institute. Experts have warned of the risks of this “drastic intervention.” Click here to read the article.
Psychologists have pointed to the impact that certain types of surgery on young women can have on their mental health. (iStock)
2. Top 10 causes of death in the United States
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the leading causes of death in the country. Find out where heart disease, cancer, and COVID-19 rank on the list. Click here to read the article.
Heart disease will once again be the leading cause of death in 2023. (iStock)
3. A “Zika-like” virus spreads to Europe
Oropouche virus is transmitted by mosquito and midge bites, with sloths and birds as hosts. Learn about symptoms, treatment and prevention tips. Click here to read the article.
As of the end of July, 19 cases of Oropauche virus had been reported in Europe, including 12 in Spain, five in Italy and two in Germany, according to reports. (iStock)
4. Avoid tragedies on the water
New data from the US Coast Guard shows that alcohol is involved in 17 percent of boating fatalities, and experts offer tips on how to prevent these tragedies. Click here to read the article.
Alcohol is known to impair judgment, balance, coordination and reaction time, all of which can put boat operators and passengers at risk of accident or death. (iStock)
5. Screen time limits benefit kids
Children who spent a certain amount of time watching screens each week experienced improvements in their mental health, communication and behavioral problems. Click here to read the article.
In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General issued recommendations regarding social media use among young people, highlighting mental health concerns. (iStock)
6. What to do if you have a migraine
Your doctor will explain the most important steps you can take to reduce headache pain and anxiety about your headaches. Click here to read the article.
Statistics show that one in seven people worldwide suffer from migraines. (iStock)
7. Lance Bass announces he’s been diagnosed with Type 1.5 diabetes
According to experts, here’s what you need to know about the disease, which is often mistaken for type 2 diabetes. Click here to read the article.
Pop singer Lance Bass recently revealed on social media that he has Type 1.5 diabetes, also known as Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA). (Getty Images)
8. Does chiropractic help with baby colic?
An Ohio couple claims chiropractic care has “transformed” their cranky baby, and doctors are weighing in on the potential benefits and risks of subjecting babies to the treatment. Click here to read the article.
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Top health news this week included risky surgeries, lesser known types of diabetes, a viral outbreak, tips for controlling migraines, and more. (iStock)
