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Hawaii’s Hidden Vacation Danger?!

Hawaii’s not just about beaches and luaus—turns out it’s now the epicenter of a wild brain parasite called rat lungworm disease. You can catch it from eating raw snails, slugs, or even unwashed veggies like kale and potatoes. The symptoms? Anything from feeling flu-ish to serious long-term brain issues. Experts are saying: cook your food, wash your greens, and skip the raw stuff if you’re heading to paradise. Who knew?! #Health #BodyHealth #TravelWarning

Kathleen Lucas

Periods & Pro Cycling: The Untold Struggle

Ever wondered how pro cyclists deal with periods during the Tour de France Femmes? Turns out, it’s a wild mix of cramps, mood swings, and even surprise energy boosts—all while racing at the highest level. Some athletes are now tracking their cycles to train smarter and avoid injuries, but there’s still a ton of stigma. Imagine losing 400 days of training to period-related injuries, then getting it down to just one by listening to your body! Time to talk about periods as a performance tool, not a setback. #Health #BodyHealth #TourDeFranceFemmes

Donald Jones DDS

Pregnancy & Antidepressants: What’s the Risk?

Major debate alert: doctors are pushing the FDA to add stronger warnings for pregnant women taking antidepressants like SSRIs. Some experts say these meds could affect a baby’s brain, heart, and even behavior, but others argue untreated depression is even riskier for moms and babies. Basically, it’s a tough call—experts agree women need all the info to make the best choice for themselves and their babies. Would you want more warnings if you were in this situation? #Health #BodyHealth #MentalHealth

Kristi Key

Your REM Sleep Might Predict Alzheimer’s

Wild new study alert: Turns out, taking longer to hit REM sleep (that dream stage) could mean a higher risk for Alzheimer’s down the road. Scientists say your brain uses REM to clear out the gunk linked to dementia, but if it takes too long to get there, that cleaning job isn’t as effective. You can’t really control how fast you hit REM, but keeping good sleep habits—think less caffeine, less screen time—still matters big time for your brain! #Health #BodyHealth #SleepScience

wilsonjames

Allergies: An Unexpected Cancer Shield?

Wild twist: Having allergies like hay fever or eczema might actually cut your lung cancer risk by 25%! Scientists dug through data from millions and found allergy sufferers—especially men with hay fever—were less likely to get lung cancer. The reason? Still a mystery, but it could be that allergies make your immune system extra vigilant. Who knew sneezing fits could have a silver lining? More research is needed, but this could change how we think about allergies and cancer risk. #Health #BodyHealth #LungCancer

Melanie James

Ice Cream Recall Alert: Did You Buy These?

Over 100,000 ice cream bars from Rich’s Ice Cream just got recalled in 23 states (and The Bahamas!) because of a listeria scare. If you’ve picked up Chocolate Crunch Cake Bars, Strawberry Shortcake Bars, or any of their other frozen treats lately, check your freezer! Listeria can be super serious, especially for pregnant people and those with weak immune systems. The company hasn’t shared next steps yet, but you can check their website for updates. Stay safe and double-check those treats! #Health #BodyHealth #RecallAlert

Lori Elliott

Paul Foot’s 3-Second Life Reset

Imagine living with crushing depression for 28 years, then—poof—it’s gone in three seconds. That’s what happened to comedian Paul Foot. After years of therapy, meds, and battling his inner critic, he had a sudden, wild epiphany while driving. Now, he says joy is his default setting, and he’s sharing his story (with all the weird, funny, and raw bits) in his new standup special. Proof that life can flip in an instant, even when you least expect it. #Health #BodyHealth #MentalHealth

Misty Brady

Billy Joel Breaks Silence on Health Scare

Billy Joel just got real about his rare brain condition that forced him to cancel all his shows—turns out, it messes with his balance and made him feel like he was on a boat 24/7. He says it’s scary but treatable, and he’s doing his best to recover. No word yet on when he’ll be back on stage, but he wants everyone to chill—he’s not deathly ill, just taking care of himself. His family and even Christie Brinkley are sending all the love! #Health #BodyHealth #BillyJoel

wilsonjames

Dad Beats 'Death Sentence' Brain Cancer

A dad diagnosed with glioblastoma—the deadliest brain cancer—just shocked doctors by going cancer-free after taking a new immunotherapy drug before any other treatment. This cancer usually kills within a year, but Ben’s scans have been clear for over two years! He’s the first person to try this approach, and now researchers are recruiting more patients. Imagine getting a second chance at life after a diagnosis like that. Total game-changer for brain cancer treatment! #Health #BodyHealth #BrainCancer

Lori Elliott

Must-Know Summer Safety Hacks for Kids

Summer’s here and the kiddos are everywhere! Cincinnati Children’s just dropped their top tips to keep everyone safe: Slather on SPF 30+ and reapply every 2 hours, rock those helmets and bright clothes for bike rides, and teach your little ones to cross streets like pros (phones down, eyes up!). Water fun? Sign up for swim lessons and go for bright swimsuits. And seriously—never leave kids in hot cars. Share with your parent crew! #Health #BodyHealth #SummerSafety

Tag Page health

Hawaii’s Hidden Vacation Danger?!

Periods & Pro Cycling: The Untold Struggle

Pregnancy & Antidepressants: What’s the Risk?

Your REM Sleep Might Predict Alzheimer’s

Allergies: An Unexpected Cancer Shield?

Ice Cream Recall Alert: Did You Buy These?

Paul Foot’s 3-Second Life Reset

Billy Joel Breaks Silence on Health Scare

Dad Beats 'Death Sentence' Brain Cancer

Must-Know Summer Safety Hacks for Kids