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World registers hottest day ever recorded on July 3
Monday, July 3, was the hottest day ever recorded globally, according to data from the U.S. National Centers for Environmental Prediction. The average global temperature reached 17.01 degrees Celsius (62.62 Fahrenheit), surpassing the August 2016 record of 16.92C (62.46F) as heatwaves sizzled...
Monday Was the Hottest Day Ever as Global Temperatures Rise
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The Acrobatic Immigrant Who Invented Pilates in a Prisoner of War Camp
Interned during WWI, circus entertainer Joseph Pilates used found materials and his fellow prisoners as his test lab, and imagined an exercise system that would captivate millions.
The Global Love of Boiled Peanuts — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER
A Southern staple that is beloved around the world.
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The Biologist Blowing Our Minds
Michael Levin is uncovering the incredible, latent abilities of living things.
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A Scientific Breakthrough in Noise Reduction
Ionized air and wires may take headphones to the next level.
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What Intense Rituals Signal to Your Brain
Risky and stressful ceremonies help crystallize who we are—and heal us, too.
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Immigrant Spaghetti — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER
Variations on spaghetti make it easy for many to find a taste of home in the South.
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Melba's Contains Multitudes — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER
New Orleans-based po’boy shop Melba’s sells more than just sandwiches, it offers literacy for lunch.
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The Hardest Bone to Break — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER
Shorlette Ammons writes about the motorcycle accident that taught her the strength of rural resilience and the need for freedom.
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It's official: El Niño has started. Here's what that means for B.C.
The WMO expects the event to be of moderate strength, and says it will 'greatly increase' the likelihood of breaking temperature records.
Just how big is B.C.’s largest wildfire? It would stretch beyond the Lower Mainland
The raging Donnie Creek fire would stretch beyond the Lower Mainland
Understanding prostate cancer in Canada: Risk factors, screening and treatment options
Statistics on prostate cancer in Canada
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Procure is helping prostate cancer patients through some of the darkest days of their lives
Where can I find support for a prostate cancer diagnosis?
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The One-Meal-A-Day trend: 'We're not cavemen'
Is the One Meal A Day (OMAD) diet good for you?
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'Did hockey do this to me?': CTE likely contributed to ex-Canucks Gino Odjick's deterioration
The former Canuck suffered a number of head injuries during his career, which always made it likely he'd suffer from CTE.
Forget 10,000 steps. 7 surprising tips for step counters
There is nothing magical or evidence-based about 10,000 steps a day. So feel free to let go of that goal.
B.C. giving $4.5 million to upgrade children's hospice facility
Denise Praill, CEO of Canuck Place, says the funding will allow for "much needed" repairs to the facility
Food insecurity: A healthy diet cost a B.C. family $1,263 a month last year, report says
People and households on low incomes, especially those on income or disability assistance, can't afford a healthy diet after paying rent
Canada has among the highest rates of inflammatory bowel disease in the world — and no one knows exactly why
Canada has among the highest rates of inflammatory bowel disease in the world and the most new cases are among young children.
Japan birth rate hits record low amid concerns over shrinking and aging population
The average number of children a woman gives birth to in her lifetime fell to 1.26 in 2022 from 1.30 a year earlier, tying the record low from 2005.
One in six people face infertility worldwide
In Canada, fertility rates have been steadily declining for more than a decade and that trend has increased since the onset of pandemic.
It's Time to Start Your Fall Garden
Here's everything you can plant now to enjoy throughout fall and winter.
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Here’s what we know about lab-grown meat and climate change
Cultivated meat is coming to the US. Whether it’ll clean up emissions from food is complicated.
The Case Against Time Management
Ignore the “productivity bros” and find inspiration to reclaim your time and attention, with advice from Jenny Odell, Oliver Burkeman, and more.
The Sugar in Fruit Doesn’t Make It Bad for You, Despite Some Trendy Diet Claims
It offers natural sugars wrapped in a fiber-rich, water-rich, nutrient-rich package.
A brain implant changed her life. Then it was removed against her will.
Her case highlights why we need to enshrine neuro rights in law.
How gene-edited microbiomes could improve our health
Scientists are engineering microbes to make healthier compounds. They hope they’ll help treat disease and save the planet.
Microplastics are everywhere. What does that mean for our immune systems?
Tiny particles of plastic turn up in our drinking water, blood and even regions of the Earth thought to be pristine—so it’s vital we learn what they’re doing to us.
Three Ways to Help Your Garden Recover From Wildfire Smoke
What your outdoor plants need to bounce back after the smoke clears.
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Don't Make These Gardening Mistakes After a Heavy Rainfall
How to help your garden recover after strong showers.
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Why Those Half-Dead Plants Are Actually a Good Deal
Your nursery, grocery store or big box store is hiding a stash of heavily discounted—but still viable—greenery.
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Why these six foods are key to reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes: study
A new global study led by Canadian researchers found that not eating enough of six key foods may be linked to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease and related deaths in adults.
'It has a rotten vegetable-type smell': Putrid water in Puslinch creating confusion
Some people living in Puslinch are having to plug their noses in their own homes because of the smelly water coming from their pipes.
Preliminary cost of London’s homelessness strategy in the hundreds of millions
A municipal document obtained by CTV News is the first to shed light on the anticipated cost to build and operate London, Ont.’s Whole of Community Response to Homelessness.
Canada only 'halfway through' record-breaking wildfire season: officials
Drought conditions and above-normal temperatures are expected to cause abnormally intense wildfires across Canada in July and into August, the federal government said Thursday.
Damning report into BCEHS workplace culture released after CTV News FOI request
BC Emergency Health Services has made public a damning report into its workplace culture two months after CTV News made a freedom of information request for the document.
What the Alzheimer's drug approval in the U.S. could mean for Canada
The U.S. FDA approved North America’s first Alzheimer’s treatment Lecanemab, also known as Leqembi. What does that mean for Canadians living with the disease?
Saskatchewan has longest waits in Canada for hip and knee replacement surgeries
A Saskatchewan NDP health critic says the province not only has the longest wait times in Canada for hip and knee surgeries, it ranks well below other jurisdictions.
How hot is too hot for survival? Researchers cranked up the temperature on volunteers to find out
A new study suggests that once temperatures hit 104 to 122 degrees, our bodies may stop working optimally.
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3 unanswered questions about the newly approved Alzheimer's drug Leqembi
Experts say questions about its safety and effectiveness remain.
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A high BMI is not necessarily associated with a higher risk of death, study finds
A body mass index in the range considered overweight is not linked to a higher mortality risk for many people — more evidence that BMI alone is not a reliable indicator of health.
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Depression after a brain injury is a distinct condition, study finds. That could change how it's treated.
The findings have led researchers to propose a new name for the condition: TBI affective disorder.
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BelVita breakfast sandwiches recalled for possible peanut contamination
The Dark Chocolate Creme variety and the Cinnamon Brown Sugar with Vanilla Creme variety are affected by the recall.
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CTE diagnosed in a female professional athlete for the first time
The disease was diagnosed in the Australian rules footballer Heather Anderson, who died at age 28 in November, a paper outlining the postmortem analysis said.
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Kidney stones on the rise in children, doctor says
Kidney stones are largely associated with older men but are now on the rise in children. NBC News’ Dr. John Torres explains what factors could be to blame.
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Brain scans of coffee drinkers suggest there's more to feeling alert than just the caffeine
Coffee and caffeine can have different effects on brain activity, a new study suggests.
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Kidney stones are rising among children and teens, especially girls, research shows
Doctors aren't sure why younger people are at increased risk, but a combination of diets high in ultraprocessed foods, overuse of antibiotics and hotter summers may be to blame.
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WHO reports dozens of babies sickened by rare, deadly viral infections
Infectious disease experts in the U.S. report a slight rise in enterovirus infections among newborns. They urged pediatricians and families to watch for rare side effects.
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Health News: Disease, Nutrition, Healthcare & More
Find the latest news on food & diet, healthcare and healthy living on NBCNews.com. Read headlines and watch videos on medicine, mental illness, and more.
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Many young women and girls have low levels of this essential mineral. Why symptoms are often missed.
Doctors don't typically screen for it, but almost 40% of teenage girls and young women had low levels of the important mineral needed to make red blood cells, new research shows.
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Men more likely to use opioids with tranq and die from overdose, CDC reports show
The powerful animal tranquilizer, xylazine, is being detected more often in the illegal drug supply, but it's fentanyl that's killing opioid users, experts warn.
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Texas heat isn’t letting up at night
Heat at night disrupts sleep and prevents the body from recovering and cooling down, making minimum temperatures a critical indicator of a heat wave’s severity, experts said.
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Pedestrian deaths hit a 41-year high. Reckless driving and bigger cars may be to blame.
The U.S. last year had the most pedestrian fatalities since 1981. Experts highlight several factors driving the trend.
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Have a summer cold? Common viruses are back from a pandemic hiatus
Common cold viruses appear to be returning to pre-pandemic levels of circulation. Adenovirus in particular is more common this summer than last.
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Medical credit cards scrutinized by feds for possible predatory practices
Three U.S. agencies are looking into whether medical credit cards can harm consumers with features such as exorbitant deferred interest fees.
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While Earth Hits Record Temps, Scientists Find the Upper Heat Limit for the Body
Findings presented at The Society for Experimental Biology conference reveal that at 104 degrees Fahrenheit and above hinder body's ability to cool itself.
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Is The Fountain of Youth Under The Sea? This Sea Creature Might Be The Key
A study published Friday found that in aquatic Hydractinia symbiolongicarpus, senescence drives regeneration.
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Inside the Race To Create the World’s First Anti-Fungal Vaccine
A growing number of researchers are working on vaccines to prevent the deadliest of fungal infections.
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Thomas Oxley Wants to Transform Our Brains’ Relationship With Computers Forever
Neuroscientist Thomas Oxley thinks Synchron’s brain implant, which is essentially a stent placed at the base of the motor cortex, is the Goldilocks of brain-computer interfaces. Here's how it works.
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How Poisonous Are Blowfish? A Fish Biologist Reveals the Truth About The Deadly Delicacy
Takifugu rubripes is one species of pufferfish that's known as a delicacy around the world, but must be specially prepared otherwise the diner suffers risk of death.
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How the Digital Workplace Broke Our Brains
Calvin Newport and Derek Thompson discuss why the ability to perform deep, focused work is becoming rare at exactly the same time it is becoming most valuable in our economy
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The Secret to an Excellent Sandwich
In search of the perfect, flavor-layered bite, sandwich shops are focusing on restraint, approaching every element with a high level of care.
What’s the Difference Between All the Types of Tomatoes?
Beefsteak vs. cherry vs. grape vs. heirloom vs. plum.
My family of 4 went to Ruth's Chris for the first time, and our $500 meal at the upscale steak chain felt like a true value
We tried Ruth's Chris Steak House for the first time. My family agreed the upscale chain had good food and drinks and was a great value for our money.
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Eat at regular times, take three minute breaks and hum – how to fight feeling exhausted
In the age of hyper-fatigue, a good night’s sleep is often hard to come by. Here are eight ways to get through the day when you’re knackered
6 Counterintuitive Things Successful and Productive People Do on Sunday
Sunday holds untapped potential if you’re willing to think differently.
Should I worry about how much processed meat I eat?
All those sausages, hotdogs, ham and salami can spice up your diet. Do they also increase the risk of cancer and Alzheimer’s?
A moment that changed me: I lost my hair to cancer – and the trauma taught me an essential lesson
I found being bald truly distressing. But losing a vital part of my armour for that long year gave me a whole new perspective
Almost two years after my husband’s death I’m still grieving – but I’m also living in his honour
For Margaret McNally, a chance encounter helped spark her realisation that during bereavement there is joy – and a life to live
‘Only 12 other people have completed it’: cycling the 7,600km European Divide
From the Norwegian fjords to the mountains of Portugal, this epic bikepacking adventure through nine countries has beauty – and challenges – in spades
Middle-aged people ‘need sleep to see mental health benefits of exercise’
Researchers find physically active short sleepers in their 50s and 60s suffer cognitive decline as fast as those who do less exercise
B.C. father shares barriers he faced getting help for teen daughter before her overdose death
Each day, Greg Sword said he questions whether there was something he could have done to prevent his teenage daughter from dying of an overdose. He asks why a parent cannot get their underage children the help and support they need.
'They don't care that you're a kid': Teen shares how drug dealers market substances as 'safe supply'
Cassidy knows of at least three teenage girls who have lost their lives to a drug overdose in just over the past year. The 16-year-old said she turned to drugs to help with her anxiety.
Palliative care doctor calls for broader change as province discusses allowing MAiD at St. Paul’s Hospital
Allowing medically assisted dying at St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver isn't good enough, says a palliative care doctor who wants to see an end to all religious exemptions that force patients in B.C. to transfer in order to access MAiD.
'I hope to inspire everybody': Charity runner halfway through 10 marathons in 10 days
A Victoria marathon runner completed her fifth marathon in as many days on Friday with a goal of completing 10 in a row by next Wednesday.
First Canadian trial successfully uses phage therapy to stop life-threatening UTI caused by superbug
The first Canadian study using phages to treat superbug infections is underway with scientists reporting a preliminary but encouraging early success case.
What the Alzheimer's drug approval in the U.S. could mean for Canada
The U.S. FDA approved North America’s first Alzheimer’s treatment Lecanemab, also known as Leqembi. What does that mean for Canadians living with the disease?
Family game nights boost children's math skills, 20 years of studies suggest
Sitting down and playing numbers-based board games like chutes and ladders with your young children could help improve their skills in math, a recent review of nearly 20 studies over more than two decades suggests.
The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of MSG
You probably know monosodium glutamate from its link to so-called ‘Chinese Restaurant Syndrome’ — and that’s precisely the problem.
Can Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Change Our Minds?
The theory behind C.B.T. rests on an unlikely idea—that we can be rational after all.
How Tom Cruise and Simon Pegg got in shape for Mission Impossible 7
From the inexhaustible Tom Cruise to a pregnant Rebecca Ferguson,and an in-the-shape-of-his-life Simon Pegg, team Impossible is firing on all cylinders
I did a 7-minute pillar bridge plank every day for a week — here are my results
This one is spicy
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Taurine may help slow the aging process, new animal study shows
Researchers say taurine, a compound found in the human body, was effective as an anti-aging agent that promoted longevity in mice. More research needs to be done on taurine's effect on reversing aging in humans.
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I’m a psychologist with a history of anxiety. Treating it as a permanent problem might make young people feel worse | Lucy Foulkes
When we give children the label but no tools to challenge it, their worlds grow smaller, says Dr Lucy Foulkes, an academic psychologist
The 5 Longevity Exercises a Physical Therapist Recommends To Stay Strong and Pain-Free as You Age—No Equipment Required
Whether you’re 25 or 75, these exercises will help set you up for safe, comfortable movement for life.
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What to Do If You Don't Feel Like Working Out
I went to my garage to work out this afternoon and realized, “Man, I don’t feel like working out today.” But I still started my warm-up on the deadlift anyway, knowing that sometimes motivation follows action and all that jazz. As I worked through my warm-up sets, things just felt heavy. Weight...
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What’s the Best Time of Day To Walk? Two Sleep Experts, a Registered Dietitian, and a Fitness Expert Answer
There are specific benefits, and potential downsides, of walking at morning, noon, or night, according to experts.
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Forget sit-ups — this 10-minute standing ab workout builds real strength
Blast your mid-section with this standing ab routine.
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Over HALF of US beaches contain unsafe levels of FECES
Environmentalists have revealed that 55% of America's beaches were contaminated with sewage on at least one day last year. Experts warned the situation was 'troubling'.
10 foods than can cause inflammation in the body and 10 that fight it
Discover the 10 foods you are eating on a daily basis which could be causing your health problems and find our 10 foods which fight inflammtion to combat it
Foods that fight inflammation - Harvard Health
Pro-inflammatory foods include fried foods, sodas, refined carbohydrates, and red meat. Foods that fight inflammation include green vegetables, berries, whole grains, and fatty fish....
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Judge: Dead ‘Sperminator’ Doc’s DNA Must Be Preserved
Dr. Morris Wortman died last month in a plane crash while his alleged secret daughter was pursuing a fertility fraud case against him.
www.thedailybeast.com
Youth forum explores diversity, inclusion, reconciliation
A Canadian youth forum focusing on diversity, inclusion and reconciliation took place in Calgary this weekend.
CMA calls for better access to family physicians, reduced wait times as premiers meet in Winnipeg
The Canadian Medical Association has made recommendations for improved health care as premiers meet in Winnipeg to discuss the allocation of government health-care funds.
Here's how often you should reapply sunscreen, according to an expert
Fun in the sun could lead to sunburn, or worse, DNA damage, one dermatologist says. To avoid any skin irritation this summer, here’s when you should apply sunscreen and how much to use.
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