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The Return Of Measles: The Hidden Dangers Of This Preventable Disease

Despite being declared eliminated in America more than two decades ago, measles has made a significant resurgence and is on track to break modern records. With no known treatment, patients must try to manage symptoms like high fever and potential respiratory or neurological complications that can be fatal for unvaccinated children. Our expert explains the

todayApril 11, 2026

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Are You A Narcissist? The Truth Behind This Personality Disorder

Narcissistic personality disorder develops through a combination of genetics and childhood development. While the term is often used casually to describe selfish behavior, a true diagnosis reflects a much more complicated disorder. Our expert addresses common misconceptions and explains the roots of this often-villainized condition. Guest Information: Wendy T. Behary, clinical psychotherapist, author, Disarming the

todayApril 11, 2026

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Medical Notes: How To Heal Faster After A Heart Attack, How Sleep Deprivation Distorts Legal Evidence, And Is Keto Good For Your Brain?

Is ‘Keto’ the key to a more resilient brain? Research in the Journal Of Neurochemistry shows that a high-fat, low-carb diet may preserve cognitive health. It provides an alternative energy source for brains that struggle to process glucose. Scientists also found that mice with the strongest genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s had healthier gut bacteria

todayApril 4, 2026

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The Lead Legacy: How Toxic Metal Is Sneaking Into Your Life

Despite its historical prevalence in everything from ancient plumbing to 20th-century gasoline, lead is a highly dangerous metal that can accumulate in the human body over a lifetime. Researchers have been analyzing strands of hair to track long-term lead exposure and evaluate the impact of the EPA’s environmental regulations. Guest Information: Thure E. Cerling, distinguished

todayApril 4, 2026

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Childhood Sexual Abuse Pt.2: The Role Of Mothers In The Healing Journey

Psychologist Dr. Frank Putnam continues to detail the physical and mental impact of childhood sexual abuse. He also discusses his personal experience uncovering a child trafficking ring led by a coworker at the National Institutes of Health. Guest Information: Dr. Frank Putnam, child & adolescent psychiatrist, professor of clinical psychiatry, University of North Carolina School

todayApril 4, 2026

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Medical Notes: The Supplement That May Cause Birth Defects, The Biological Component Of Anorexia, And How Fish Are Improving The Shelf Life Of Drugs

Too much of a popular supplement could be setting the stage for unexpected birth defects. A study published in Frontiers In Cell And Developmental Biology warns that high doses of common antioxidants, like NAC, can negatively alter sperm DNA. In mouse models, this change led to differences in the offspring’s skull and face shape. Even

todayMarch 28, 2026

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Beyond Devotion: The Mental Health Impact Of Religious Obsession

Scrupulosity, or religious OCD, is a specialized form of OCD that targets an individual’s faith and moral values. This condition crosses the line into mental illness when obsessive fears about sin or salvation begin to negatively interfere with daily life. Our experts explain how to recognize the signs of scrupulosity and the specialized treatments that

todayMarch 28, 2026