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Treating male partners along with women may help stop bacterial vaginosis

3 days ago from Sciencenews.org

In a clinical trial, treating both partners in a relationship significantly reduced the likelihood of recurrence of bacterial vaginosis.

Reports: Rebecca Gayheart, Eric Dane reverse divorce petition

3 days ago from UPI

Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane have reportedly filed to vacate the divorce petition they requested seven years ago.

K.C. Chiefs leading receiver Xavier Worthy arrested on assault charge in Texas

3 days ago from UPI

The Kansas City Chiefs' leading wide receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested on a domestic assault charge involving a domestic dispute in Georgetown, Texas.

Arsenic Detoxification: How Bacteria and Minerals Work Together

3 days ago from Newswise - Scinews

A pioneering study has uncovered a novel approach to detoxifying toxic arsenic in contaminated soils, offering hope for tackling one of the world's most pressing environmental health challenges.

Media Advisory: Advocate Health, Wake Forest University School of Medicine to Host Oncology Research Panel

3 days ago from Newswise - Scinews

Advocate Health and Wake Forest University School of Medicine to Host Going Beyond the Science: The Importance of Oncology Research for our Patients and Communities.

Exposing the 'DIRT' on Dust

3 days ago from Newswise - Scinews

In one of the few studies of its kind, a University of Miami doctoral student and others have documented the particle size of household dust found on children's hands after...

An Aerosol Test for Airborne Bird Flu

3 days ago from Newswise - Scinews

Researchers in ACS Sensors have developed a prototype sensor that detects a type of influenza virus that causes bird flu (H5N1) in air samples. The low-cost handheld sensor detects the...

Making Heart Scar Tissue a Nonissue

3 days ago from Newswise - Scinews

New Sanford Burnham Prebys scientist Ahmed Mahmoud, PhD, and his team focus on how to repair adult hearts by restoring the regenerative powers they once possessed early in development. He...

L.A. isn't a walking city? The man behind Great Los Angeles Walk would like a word

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Michael Schneider founded the Great Los Angeles Walk in 2006. Now in its 19th year, it's still going strong.

Food, fluoride and funding: How a new Trump term might affect health in California

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

From family planning to hospital bills, the new Trump administration has the potential to affect a wide range of policies in the Golden State and beyond.

Too many older Americans are getting tested for Alzheimer's

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Diagnosing 'Stage One Alzheimer's Disease' based solely on biomarkers is potentially dangerous to patients.

Is this 'slow' strength training method the fountain of youth? L.A.'s 90-year-olds say yes

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Strength training has many benefits for health and longevity. Now many older Angelenos are seeking out a method called slow-motion strength training to protect their joints and heal injuries.

Dave Coulier has Stage 3 cancer: 'Doesn't sound great,' but it's 'very treatable'

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Dave Coulier has cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy for Stage 3 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. The 'Full House' actor says the diagnosis was 'pretty overwhelming.'

California's protections for transgender care could be tested under Trump

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Donald Trump's return to the White House could undermine access to gender-affirming care in California, advocates and others say, despite vows by lawmakers to protect it.

Denzel Washington is nearly 10 years sober: Drug, alcohol use led to 'a lot of damage'

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

'Gladiator II's' Denzel Washington gets candid about his past drug and alcohol use, revealing 'drinking was a 15-year pattern.' He is nearly 10 years sober.

Highly contagious whooping cough rises in California to highest level in years

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Whooping cough — highly contagious and potentially dangerous — has surged in California to levels not seen since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Commentary: 'It's 5 o'clock somewhere' is no joke if you've seen alcohol's toll

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Opiate overdoses worry us all, but many people are cavalier about the one drug that's almost impossible to avoid. It's even worse at the holidays.

Elton John's vision has deteriorated since eye infection

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Elton John says his eyesight has deteriorated after contracting a severe eye infection over the summer. He says it has affected his ability to record new music.

Brian May stabilized, playing instruments again after stroke affected arm mobility

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Wife Anita Dobson says that Brian May, who suffered a 'minor stroke' over the summer, is playing piano and acoustic guitar after losing mobility in his arm.

'Golden Bachelor' Gerry Turner reveals cancer led to abrupt divorce. His ex disagrees

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

'Golden Bachelor' Gerry Turner reveals that a bone marrow cancer diagnosis early in his union to Theresa Nist partially led to their abrupt divorce.

The killing of a UnitedHealthcare executive won't improve anyone's insurance. This would

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Luigi Mangione was arrested in the slaying of Brian Thompson. To many, the crime highlighted anger over insurers' relative impunity in denying medical treatment.

Tell us: What's your favorite yoga studio in L.A.?

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Have a go-to spot in the city to stretch and flow? We want to know where you practice yoga in Los Angeles and why.

Gal Gadot had emergency surgery for 'massive blood clot' in her brain during pregnancy

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Gal Gadot said she endured weeks of headaches that confined her to bed before learning she had a 'massive' blood clot in her brain. Emergency surgery ensued.

California baby food labels will soon reveal levels of lead and mercury in their products

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

A new California law will now require baby food manufacturers to disclose to consumers how much lead, mercury and arsenic is in their products.

A lack of wastewater testing is blinding the Central Valley to its bird flu problem

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

The Central Valley is home to many of California's most vulnerable groups to bird flu: agricultural workers. It's also where wastewater surveillance of the virus is the weakest.

Get your back scratched and hair brushed at this cozy ASMR massage studio in L.A.

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Back scratches with metal finger extensions? Face tracing with feather-tipped wands? It's not S&M; it's self-care at a Pasadena spa.

Here's how to care for your eyes, sinuses and skin during a wildfire

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Wildfires can irritate our sinuses, skin and eyes. Here's how to care for each when it's smoky out from wind and wildfires.

Should pregnant people evacuate L.A. to escape the smoke?

3 days ago from LA Times - Health

Los Angeles' smoke levels pose unique risks to pregnant people and their fetuses. Here's what expectant parents should do to stay safe.