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Flu Frenzy! The Worst Influenza Outbreak in 15 Years Overwhelming Hospitals

Have you caught a bad cold or the flu this year? We are in the middle of a terrible influenza outbreak! Has the flu shot let us down?

Joe Graedon - February 13, 2025

Wegovy or Ozempic: Semaglutide to Prevent Heart Attacks & Alcohol Misuse?

Terry Graedon - February 12, 2025

Salt Substitute Can Cut the Risk of High Blood Pressure

Terry Graedon - February 12, 2025

Newer Birth Control Pills Still Pose Risks of VTE

Joe Graedon - February 10, 2025

Turmeric Raises the Risk for Severe Bleeding

Joe Graedon - February 10, 2025

Toilet Seats Are a Touchy Topic-Do You Have TP (Toilet Phobia)?

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