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Flu Surge Hits 32 States, Hospitalizations Double as Variant Ramps Up

Natalie A. Brooks December 31, 2025

> At a Glance > - Flu activity at "high" or "very high" in 32 states, up from 17 the week before. > - Hospitalizations rose to 19,053, nearly double...

Lone figure standing under giant measles‑shaped thermometer with shadows and footprints to a concerned crowd in street.

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South Carolina Measles Surge Threatens U.S. Elimination Status

Derrick M. Collins December 31, 2025

At a Glance South Carolina reports 20 new measles cases, raising U.S. risk of losing elimination status The U.S. has over 2,000 measles cases this...

Minnesota Capitol marked with a large red X and scattered paperwork in afternoon light signaling halted child‑care payments.

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HHS Freezes Minnesota Child-Care Funds After Viral Fraud Video

Natalie A. Brooks December 31, 2025

At a Glance HHS freezes all federal child-care payments to Minnesota after a viral fraud video. New payment rules require justification and photo...

Person sits on couch wearing Omron EKG monitor with steady heartbeat reading and light through window

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Cardiologists Reveal Top FDA-Approved Home Blood Pressure Monitors

Megan L. Whitfield December 31, 2025

At a Glance Cardiologists identify top FDA-approved home blood pressure monitors. Best models include Withings BPM Connect, Omron Complete with EKG,...

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Fitness Health News

Cardio vs. Weights: Which Order Wins Your Fitness Goals

Derrick M. Collins December 31, 2025

At a Glance Cardio burns more calories than a 30-minute weight session. Weights first may preserve strength and reduce fatigue. Combining both...

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Light Therapy Lamps Can Match Antidepressants for Winter Mood Drops

Natalie A. Brooks December 31, 2025

At a Glance 40% of Americans say their moods worsen during winter. Seasonal affective disorder affects about 5% of adults. Lamps that emit...

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WiseCode AI App Promises Transparent Food Ratings

Caleb R. Anderson December 31, 2025

At a Glance WiseCode can scan over 700,000 foods via barcode or photo. It assigns a WiseScore from 1 to 100, labeled Poor to Excellent. The platform...

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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...

Glass counter displays bruised kiwis with natural and organic claims and hidden sugars behind the healthy facade

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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...