Category Archives: Health Notes

Health Notes- Measles are back in Oregon

Posted on January 22, 2026 by tomdwyer

Measles are back in Oregon Oregon Health Authority reports third measles case this year Amanda Rhoades at KOIN6TV, Jan 2026 “PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A third measles case has been confirmed by health officials in Oregon. The Oregon Health Authority … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- Are you healthier than a Roman?

Posted on December 18, 2025 by tomdwyer

Are you healthier than a Roman? These ancient secrets for longevity are still shockingly relevant Think of the Roman empire or ancient Greece, and your first thoughts might be of political scheming, cultural innovation and incredibly violent warfare, rather than … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- Battle cancer AND look your best doing it

Posted on November 14, 2025 by tomdwyer

GLP-1 Drugs Linked to Dramatically Lower Death Rates in Colon Cancer Patients Lizelda Lopez at University of California San Diego, Nov 2025 “A new University of California San Diego study offers compelling evidence that GLP-1 receptor agonists — the class … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- Got teeth problems? Grow new ones

Posted on October 15, 2025 by tomdwyer

Researchers in Japan Discover Medicine Capable of Regrowing Third Set of Teeth for Humans Stan Goff in Dentistry Today, Apr 2025 “Researchers in Japan have been developing a medication that may allow people to grow new teeth, and they’re hopeful … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- A drug-free way to fight dementia

Posted on September 17, 2025 by tomdwyer
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Health Notes- A small change can help your hurting knees

Posted on August 26, 2025 by tomdwyer

No Pills, No Surgery: Scientists Discover Simple Way To Relieve Arthritis Pain Evan Lerner on SciTechDaily, Aug 2025 “A new study led by a Utah engineering professor shows that gait retraining can reduce pain and slow cartilage damage. Almost one … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- American kids increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades

Posted on July 15, 2025 by tomdwyer

American kids increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades: new study Laura Ungar and Jonel Aleccia in Associated Press, Jul 2025 “The health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to have obesity, … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- Ultra-processed foods are everywhere. Here’s how to avoid them

Posted on June 12, 2025 by tomdwyer

  Ultra-processed foods are everywhere. Here’s how to avoid them NPR’s LifeKit, Jun 2023 SEGARRA: …From NPR. Hey, everybody. It’s Marielle. Next time you’re at the supermarket, pick up some packaged foods and look over the ingredient list. You’ll start … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- Keep your kids healthy with the Power of Love

Posted on May 15, 2025 by tomdwyer

The One Big Thing You Can Do for Your Kids Arthur Brooks in The Atlantic, Apr 2025 The research shows that you probably have less effect on your kids than you think—with one major exception: Your love will make them … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- Test how well you’re aging

Posted on April 14, 2025 by tomdwyer

Health Notes  A simple test to tell how well you’re aging Sit-to-stand: The simple test that reveals how you’re ageing Jasmin Fox-Skelly on BBC, Apr 2025 The sit-to-stand test takes just 30 seconds to complete, but its results can provide … Continue reading →

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