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Hydration Myths Debunked: Why the 8-by-8 Rule Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All

Cameron R. Hayes December 31, 2025

> At a Glance > - The 8-by-8 rule calls for 64 ounces of water daily, but it may be too much or too little for many people. > - Official...

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Hidden Sugars in ‘Healthy’ Foods: What You’re Really Eating

Derrick M. Collins December 30, 2025

At a Glance Consumers think "natural" foods are sugar-free, but many hide added sugars. The average U.S. adult eats 17 teaspoons of added sugar...

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States to Get $10B Rural Health Funding, But Conditions Loom

Megan L. Whitfield December 30, 2025

At a Glance States will receive $10B for rural health care next year. Funding tied to Trump-era policies and can be clawed back. Average 2026 award...

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2026 Health Resolutions: Simple Wins Beat Overhyped Fads

Megan L. Whitfield December 29, 2025

At a Glance 2026: Experts recommend simple habits over pricey fads. Protein & fiber: Eat enough, skip extra charges. Skin care: Sunscreen beats a...

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Chevy Chase’s Near-Death Heart Attack Revealed in New CNN Doc

Megan L. Whitfield December 28, 2025

At a Glance Chevy Chase survived a 2021 heart failure crisis that left him in a coma for eight days. The ordeal is the focus of the upcoming {brand}...

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Dallas’ Nexus Family Recovery Center Celebrates First Christmas for Newborns

Megan L. Whitfield December 27, 2025

Seven newborns at Dallas’ Nexus Family Recovery Center are enjoying their first Christmas with their mothers, a moment that has become a centerpiece...

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Katie Begley’s $60 Spell on Etsy Sparked a Viral Success Story

Ryan J. Thompson December 27, 2025

When Katie Begley, a 25‑year‑old New York content creator, bought a $60 spell on Etsy, the next day she landed a commercial with Philadelphia Eagles...

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Former ‘Big Brother’ Star Mickey Lee, 35, Dies After Heart Attacks Linked to Flu Complications

Derrick M. Collins December 27, 2025

The former Big Brother contestant Mickey Lee, 35, died Thursday after multiple heart attacks linked to flu complications, her family...

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Aluminum in Vaccines Comes Under Scrutiny as U.S. Health Agency Re-examines Childhood Vaccine Schedule

Ryan J. Thompson December 27, 2025

The U.S. health agency is re‑examining the safety of aluminum salts in childhood vaccines, a move that could reshape the nation’s vaccination...

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Medicare Drug Price Cuts Set for 2024, While ACA Subsidies Expire in 2026

Derrick M. Collins December 25, 2025

A major health‑care divide is coming in 2026. Some Americans may finally catch a break on rising costs, as the first negotiated Medicare drug prices...