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Metabolism doesn't slow down until senior years, researchers say

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Metabolism doesn't slow down until senior years, researchers say

Metabolism is actually highest at 1 year old, then gradually declines through the teen years until it reaches a consistent level that is maintained through adulthood until reaching senior status, researchers say.

Black people in U.S. have lower liver transplant survival, study says

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Black people in U.S. have lower liver transplant survival, study says

Pollution from wildfires may increase COVID-19 risk in affected regions, study finds

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Pollution from wildfires may increase COVID-19 risk in affected regions, study finds

Study: Prescription drug coupons used on fewer than 20% of purchases

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Study: Prescription drug coupons used on fewer than 20% of purchases

Study: Wildfires ravage firefighters' long-term physical, mental health

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Study: Wildfires ravage firefighters' long-term physical, mental health

The spread of smoke from wildfires, causing discomfort and illness to people hundreds or thousands of miles away, has been breathtaking. But it's nothing compared to the mental and physical strains faced by firefighters.

Study: Cancer patients avoiding marijuana, even as rules relax on use

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Study: Cancer patients avoiding marijuana, even as rules relax on use

As legal use of marijuana expands, experts say U.S. cancer patients are still far less likely to use it than the general population.

White House announces $8.5B boost to help rural areas fight COVID-19

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White House announces $8.5B boost to help rural areas fight COVID-19

Aug. 13 (UPI) -- The White House announced Friday that it's spending nearly $9 billion to help healthcare providers in rural U.S. communities that are struggling to fight COVID-19.

Study shows Moderna COVID-19 vaccine safe, effective for teens, adolescents

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Study shows Moderna COVID-19 vaccine safe, effective for teens, adolescents

With COVID case counts surging as the school year begins, new research showing that the Moderna vaccine is safe and effective for teens should reassure parents who are on the fence about the shots.

UPI News Quiz: 'Field of Dreams,' Lionel Messi, 'Jeopardy!'

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UPI News Quiz: 'Field of Dreams,' Lionel Messi, 'Jeopardy!'

The first ever 'Field of Dreams' game, a new deal for soccer star Lionel Messi, new hosts for "Jeopardy!" ... how closely did you follow the headlines this week? Take the UPI News Quiz for Aug. 13, 2021.

Study: Bimonthly, injected PrEP better than daily pill at preventing HIV

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Study: Bimonthly, injected PrEP better than daily pill at preventing HIV

When the antiretroviral regimen PrEP was launched nearly a decade ago, patients were able to achieve near-complete protection against contracting HIV by taking just one pill -- but a bimonthly shot is 66% more effective.

FDA OKs Pfizer, Moderna booster shot in vulnerable Americans

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FDA OKs Pfizer, Moderna booster shot in vulnerable Americans

Aug. 13 (UPI) -- The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday authorized the administration of third doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for people with compromised immune systems.

Study: High-fat diet causes gut changes that increase heart disease risk

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Study: High-fat diet causes gut changes that increase heart disease risk

Aug. 12 (UPI) -- That a high-fat diet increases a person's risk for heart disease has long been known, but researchers now think they understand the process behind this link.

Biden asks Congress to help lower drug costs, FDA to speed up generics

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Biden asks Congress to help lower drug costs, FDA to speed up generics

Aug. 12 (UPI) -- President Biden is calling on Congress to allow Medicare to negotiate with pharma companies to drive down the cost of prescription medications, an effort that's expected to face opposition from the GOP and drug industry.

Testing for genetic variants may spot risk for higher blood pressure during pregnancy

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Testing for genetic variants may spot risk for higher blood pressure during pregnancy

Aug. 12 (UPI) -- Two unique gene variants cause sudden-onset high blood pressure in pregnant people, a study published Thursday by the journal Nature Genetics found.

Researchers identify method for improving health of lab-grown stem cells

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Researchers identify method for improving health of lab-grown stem cells

Aug. 12 (UPI) -- Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a way to keep lab-grown cells healthy for longer periods of time, they said in an article published Thursday by Cell Stem Cell.

Pfizer vaccine may help fight COVID-19 variants in previously infected people

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Pfizer vaccine may help fight COVID-19 variants in previously infected people

A small, early study suggests that people who've already encountered COVID-19 may gain a big boost against it if they get just one dose of the Pfizer vaccine -- and that protection may extend to new viral variants.

Study: Premature birth increases chance for later autism diagnosis

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Study: Premature birth increases chance for later autism diagnosis

Babies born prematurely, even just a couple weeks early, may be at increased risk of autism, a large new study suggests.

CDC: COVID-19 vaccines safe in pregnant people, those who breastfeed

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CDC: COVID-19 vaccines safe in pregnant people, those who breastfeed

Aug. 11 (UPI) -- The three available COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective in pregnant women, according to data released Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Chemotherapy-immunotherapy combo may work in lung cancer, study finds

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Chemotherapy-immunotherapy combo may work in lung cancer, study finds

Aug. 11 (UPI) -- A combination of two cancer treatments to target immune cells involved with the formation of lung tumors could provide an effective treatment for lung cancer, according to a study published Wednesday.

Study: COVID-19 during pregnancy raises risk for preterm delivery, complications

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Study: COVID-19 during pregnancy raises risk for preterm delivery, complications

Aug. 11 (UPI) -- Pregnant women with COVID-19 are about 40% more likely to deliver their babies prematurely, a study published Wednesday by JAMA Network Open.

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