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Column | Here’s what an expert on accidental falls does every day to prevent them - The Washington Post

Column | Here’s what an expert on accidental falls does every day to prevent them - The Washington Post

Your risk of falling rises years before you’d expect.

New Zealand just had its first bird flu case. Now its taking a rare step to protect native birds - CNN

New Zealand just had its first bird flu case. Now its taking a rare step to protect native birds - CNN

The pacific nation is rushing to vaccinate 300 breeding pairs of its most endangered native birds to protect them from H5N1 strain of birdflu.

5th person dies in Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City - AP News

5th person dies in Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City - AP News

A fifth person has died in a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City. Health officials made the announcement Tuesday night. The New York City Health Department said it has confirmed the bacteria in 34 cooling towers in 33 buildings, all of which are b…

Science thought the human lifespan was 122 years. A new model says we could live decades longer. - Yahoo

Science thought the human lifespan was 122 years. A new model says we could live decades longer. - Yahoo

A July 2026 paper published in the journal "npj Aging" suggests that humans may have the potential to live up to 156 years.

Chase Field, Chandler mall among new measles exposure sites in Maricopa County - AZ Family

Chase Field, Chandler mall among new measles exposure sites in Maricopa County - AZ Family

Attendees of a Chase Field concert and shoppers at an East Valley mall may have been exposed to measles, according to health officials.

U.S. measles cases hit 35-year record with months left in 2026 - The Washington Post

U.S. measles cases hit 35-year record with months left in 2026 - The Washington Post

Data from Johns Hopkins University’s U.S. measles tracker shows that the nation reported 2,295 cases as of Tuesday. That count surpasses last year’s total of 2,289 cases.

The 5 Best Fruits for Better Brain Health, According to Experts - EatingWell

The 5 Best Fruits for Better Brain Health, According to Experts - EatingWell

Experts recommend five fruits that may help support brain health. Learn why blueberries, citrus fruits, dark grapes, strawberries and pomegranates are the top fruits to support cognitive function.

Rabid bat found near zoo restaurant sparks urgent public health warning: 'Extremely serious' - Fox News

Rabid bat found near zoo restaurant sparks urgent public health warning: 'Extremely serious' - Fox News

A dead wild bat found near a San Diego Zoo Safari Park restaurant tested positive for rabies, marking the 19th such case in the county in 2026, said experts.

Northern Nevada Public Health reports first cyclosporiasis case in Washoe County - KTVN

Northern Nevada Public Health reports first cyclosporiasis case in Washoe County - KTVN

Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) is reporting the first case of cyclosporiasis in Washoe County for 2026.