Dozens of people ill due to salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers
At least 16 people have been hospitalized after eating cucumbers produced by Florida-based Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce…
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Salmon sold at Aldi stores recalled
Santa Monica Seafood has announced a recall of 16-ounce packages of Atlantic salmon portions with seafood…
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THC edibles tied to early heart disease
People who regularly smoked marijuana or ate THC-laced edibles showed early signs of cardiovascular disease; similar to tobacco…
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Losing weight in middle age has added benefits
According to a study in the journal ‘Jama Network Open,’ losing weight in middle age may lower your risk for major health issues including heart…
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Hitting the snooze button may be bad for your health
Your first instinct could be to hit the snooze button when your alarm goes off, but according to a new study that could actually be causing you to…
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Arizona Governor visits Yuma to discuss Medicaid funding
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is visiting Yuma County to talk about the importance of Medicaid…
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Refreshing Summer Kale Lemonade
Here’s a refreshing take on lemonade pack with lots of vitamins, Kale…
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Second farm in Maricopa County tests positive for bird flu
Poultry began showing clinical signs consistent with the disease about a week ago. The farm in Maricopa County has been placed under…
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Critically ill child and her family face possible deportation
A critically ill four-year-old girl is facing possible deportation, and if her care is halted, she could die within…
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Imperial Valley health provider encourages community to take action on asthma and allergies
As Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month is wrapping up, an Imperial Valley health provider encourages the community to take…
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Local high school student nominated for the Congress of Future Medical Leaders
Chloe Comet, a sophomore at Yuma Catholic High School, has been nominated to be a delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders next…
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signs HB2175 into law
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed a bill where health insurance companies in the state “can no longer deny medically necessary care without a…
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Changing future COVID-19 vaccine approvals
The Food and Drug Administration is adjusting the standard of evidence needed for shots to be approved by the general…
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FDA cracking down on off-brand weight loss drugs
The crackdown on off-brand weight loss drugs and diabetes treatments are about to take effect, meaning supplies or treatments are likely to tighten…
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Arizona health care providers file lawsuit to remove abortion restrictions in state
Health care providers in Arizona have filed a lawsuit aiming to remove several abortion restrictions still in place, including a 24-hour waiting…
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Going to bed angry may be good for your overall health
It might be time to stop listening to that age-old adage, “You should never go to bed…
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Working longer hours may alter your brain’s structure
Working longer hours might not just be bad for you, they could also be altering the structure of your brain, a new study…
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A Cut Above With Chef Jonathan: Paprika Grilled Salmon with Mediterranean Lentil Salad
This is a great dish to break out for barbecue season. Well still keeping it light and fresh in the…
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Bird Flu found at Arizona farm but officials say risk is low
Bird flu, also called H5N1, was found last week at a poultry farm in Maricopa County,…
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Researchers say bees are facing a growing list of threats
A report out of England says bees are under pressure from microplastics, heavy metals, pesticides and even light pollution from street lamps.…
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