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Yahoo LifePeople at high risk for obesity may need to get in more than 14,500 steps a day, new study says. Here’s what to know.
People with a genetic risk of developing obesity may need to increase their step count in order to lower their risk of developing the disease.
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What to know about mifepristone, the abortion pill at the center of a Supreme Court case
Mifepristone, a drug that’s used in medication abortions, has been under fire since Roe vs. Wade was overturned.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger just got a pacemaker. Here's what to know about the heart device that makes him 'a little bit more of a machine.'
Pacemakers, like the one Arnold Schwarzenegger recently had implanted, help regulate a patient's heartbeat.
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Going on a trip? Here are the medicines experts say you should pack in the event of illness.
Getting sick — or running out of your prescriptions — will traveling can be a real nightmare. Here's how to avoid it.
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Worried about muscle loss? Here are 4 simple ways to offset it.
Health experts explain why it’s important to maintain muscle mass.
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What's your breast cancer risk? Here's how to use assessment quizzes, check for symptoms and more.
Experts weigh in on how to use the breast cancer risk quiz that actress Olivia Munn credits with saving her life, and other ways to monitor your risks.
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Do parents have to play with their kids? Why a mom's TikTok about saying no stirred up debate — and what an expert thinks.
Why "parents shouldn't feel pressured to always be their child's playmate."
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25% of people go to bed after midnight, a new Yahoo News/YouGov poll finds. Is that a problem? What sleep experts say.
Does when you go to bed matter? What a new poll says about our sleep habits, and what experts advise.
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Powerball and Mega Millions reach a combined $1.9 billion jackpot. Experts explain lotto fever — and why so many people think they'll win.
Lottery fever is once again in the air. Despite low odds, experts explain how winning is a "powerful fantasy."
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Here's how I told my 6 kids I had cancer — and what I wish I'd done differently
An expert shares advice for sharing a cancer diagnosis with children.
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Erectile dysfunction is linked to computer use and smoking may increase belly fat. What to know about this week's health headlines.
What to know about this week's health news, from smoking to neti pots.
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Beauty influencer Jessica Pettway died of cervical cancer after being misdiagnosed with fibroids. Experts explain how that could happen — and what women should know.
Social media influencer Jessica Pettway died from cervical cancer after doctors said she just had fibroids. Experts explain how this misdiagnosis can happen and how women can advocate for themselves if something doesn't seem right.
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Lessons on aging from the oldest people in the world: Eat your veggies, avoid toxic people, move your body and more
This 117-year-old woman swears by "staying away from toxic people." The world's oldest man says to "work hard"' What else can supercentenarians teach us?
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Kate Middleton reveals she is undergoing 'preventative chemotherapy' after cancer diagnosis. Here's what it means.
The Princess of Wales has been diagnosed with an undisclosed cancer and is undergoing "preventative chemotherapy."
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How to watch the total solar eclipse safely — from why glasses are essential to making sure you've got the proper pair
Grab a pair of (authorized) eclipse glasses and watch safely with these expert tips.
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Lyme disease cases have gone up in the U.S. Here's why — and how to protect yourself.
A recent report found a nearly 70% jump in the number of Lyme disease cases. Here's why it may not be as alarming as it seems.
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Elmo says humming is good for your mental health in new 'Sesame Street' PSA. Here's what experts say.
Elmo is back with another mental health message. Is it legit?
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A 62-year-old man just received the world's first pig kidney transplant. Why experts say animal organs could 'turn medicine on its ear.'
Experts say transplants like this could someday help solve the ongoing organ shortage.
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These are the happiest countries in the world. Here are 7 mood-boosting lessons we can learn from them.
From volunteering to moving your body, these expert tips can increase happiness.
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What you need to know about over-the-counter birth control and emergency contraception, from how they work to where to buy them
Along with Opill, the first birth control pill available without a prescription, there are several options for OTC emergency contraception. Here's what to know.
