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This protein-packed bagel sandwich is my go-to breakfast when I have a workout planned

This protein-packed bagel sandwich is my go-to breakfast when I have a workout planned

Fit & Well · May 30

Build strength and boost your calorie burn in just two moves with this every minute on the minute workout

All you need is a kettlebell and a stopwatch for this full-body workout

Fit & Well · May 30

Millions of breast cancer patients could avoid chemotherapy with new genome test

Doctors said the test shows people with certain forms of the disease can safely avoid chemotherapy

The Independent UK · May 29

Phoenix Confirms First Heat Death of 2026 Amid 108°F Warning — Maricopa County on Track for Another Lethal Summer

Maricopa County health officials have confirmed the first heat-related death of 2026, an older adult male whose passing serves as a grim annual marker that the desert Southwest's deadliest season has officially begun.

Medical Daily · May 29

LA Drinking Water Tests Positive for Lead, Cancer-Linked Chemicals — City Council Demands Emergency Investigation

In an unanimous 10-0 vote, the Los Angeles City Council has demanded an immediate investigation by the Department of Water and Power and the city's Housing Authority after samples of drinking water in the Watts neighborhood were found to contain elevated levels of lead.

Medical Daily · May 29

The US hantavirus cruise passengers may soon go home ahead of the 42-day symptom period. Here’s why

21 days is the highest risk period for the rodent-borne illness

The Independent UK · May 29

Dermatologists rubbish ‘dangerous’ claims that tanned skin protects against sunburn

Melanoma is the most aggressive form of skin cancer causing about 2,600 deaths a year in the UK – many are linked to sunbed use

The Independent UK · May 29

Houston Heat Season Begins with 329% Surge in ER Visits as Officials Warn of Worse Ahead

HOUSTON — As the first days of meteorological summer descend on Southeast Texas, the Houston Health Department (HHD) and Harris County Public Health are bracing for what is shaping up to be another potentially lethal heat season.

Medical Daily · May 29

Chicago Issues Air Pollution Alert as Unhealthy Ozone Threatens 9.4 Million Residents

The greater Chicago metropolitan area is under an active Air Quality Alert this week after the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency declared an Air Pollution Action Day, warning that ground-level ozone has reached concentrations categorized as "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups."

Medical Daily · May 29

Salmonella poisoning in England hits decade high – and the cost of living crisis could be to blame

Scientist suggests the cost of living crisis could be driving the increase in salmonella and campylobacter cases

The Independent UK · May 29