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Open Enrollment for Medicare: Key Changes to Know About Your Plan

There may be fewer Medicare Advantage plans available in 2026, although the average premium is expected to decrease. Johner Images/Getty Images The Medicare open enrollment period begins on October 15 for older adults who wish to enroll in or change their current health insurance plans. There’s expected to be slightly fewer Medicare Advantage plans offered […]

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Young Adults Who Stay Heart Healthy Have Lower Cardiovascular Disease Risk

A new study found that young adults in good cardiovascular health tended to maintain it as they got older. Studio Firma/Stocksy United New research shows that building heart-healthy habits during young adulthood (and earlier) may determine your risk of heart disease decades later. In a 40-year study of more than 4,200 young adults, those with

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Drugstore Nasal Spray May Cut COVID-19 Risk by 69%, Cold Risk by 71%

A new trial shows that a common nasal spray may help lower the risk of contracting COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses. Professional Studio Images/Getty Images Researchers say people using a common allergy nasal spray, azelastine, were 69% less likely to contract COVID-19. Participants in the trial were also 71% less likely to catch the common

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Common Hair Loss Drug Linked to Suicide Risk, Other Mental Health Harms

A new report on the mental health side effects of finasteride provides some evidence to support further research. Stan Pritchard/Alamy A new report raises concern over the increased risk of depression and suicide by men who take the medication finasteride for hair loss. The author of the commentary criticizes federal regulators and the drug’s manufacturer

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