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Hundreds of students being tested for lead after EPA finds contamination at a school in Trenton
Officials in Trenton have a new mission to get lead out of schools, parks and homes. After the EPA tested and found lead at a school, over 100 students have begun testing with the goal of testing all 600. Health Department employees will also be going door to door in the North Ward section to notify parents. NBC10’s Leah Uko...
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Can pink noise enhance sleep and memory? Early research drives a color noise buzz
You’ve probably heard of white noise. Now pink noise, brown noise — a whole rainbow of sounds –are providing competition.
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US pediatricians group reverses decades-old ban on breastfeeding for those with HIV
A top U.S. pediatricians’ group is making a sharp policy change about breastfeeding by people with HIV.
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Tick season has arrived. Protect yourself with these tips
Tick season is starting across the U.S., and experts are warning the bloodsuckers may be as plentiful as ever. Here’s a look at what’s expected this year and how you can protect yourself.
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New menopause drugs treat hot flashes, but women may face insurance hurdles
New drugs to treat debilitating menopause symptoms — namely hot flashes — are finally on the market or are in development. But doctors say insurance companies either won’t pay for them or make women try and fail with other, perhaps less effective, drugs before they do.
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Research at Naval Air Station Joint Base in Willow Grove looks at possibly contaminated drinking water
The Biden Administration announced federal safety standards for so called “forever chemicals” in drinking water last month. The potential health issues that surround the compounds have local residents and scientists looking for answers. NBC10’s Lucy Bustamante looks at research being done at the Naval Air Station Joint Base in Willow Grove which is one of the most impacted spots in...
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A subset of Alzheimer's cases may be caused by two copies of a single gene, new research shows
A gene called APOE4 has long been considered a key risk factor. But new research says if people inherit two copies of that gene, it’s not just a risk — it appears to be the underlying cause.
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Pregnancy-related deaths are dropping. Here's why doctors aren't satisfied.
The number of women dying while pregnant is returning to pre-pandemic levels following a worrisome 2021 spike, a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows.
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Franklin Institute's Giant Heart to skip a beat. What to know about exhibit's closure
Kids and people nostalgic for their childhood days can take one last stroll this weekend through the Franklin Institute’s Giant Heart before the beloved attraction closes for six months.
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Franklin Institute's Giant Heart to close for months. Here's what will come next
Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute is revamping the exhibit around its beloved Giant Heart. That means the walk-through attraction will close for months.
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Should you try oil pulling to boost your oral health? Dentists explain benefits and side effects
Oil pulling is a centuries-old technique that’s trending on social media for its dental health benefits. Experts explain how it works and what the science says.
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New guidelines say women should be screened every other year for breast cancer starting at 40
Updated guidelines have been released for the age women should be screened for breast cancer. However, not every doctor is in agreement with the new guidelines. The changes are a result of rising cancer rates for women in their 40s that have risen 2% each year between 2015 and 2019. NBC10’s Karen Hua spoke with an expert on their recommendations.
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Senate launches investigation into high prices of Ozempic and Wegovy in the U.S.
Before insurance, Novo Nordisk charges about $1,000 per month for Ozempic in the United States. In Germany, the company charges $59 per month for the same drug.
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Doctors combine a pig kidney transplant and a heart device in a bid to extend woman's life
A New Jersey woman who was near death has received a transplanted pig kidney, part of a dramatic pair of surgeries that also stabilized her failing heart. Doctors at NYU Langone Health say 54-year-old Lisa Pisano is recovering well.
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Three NJ public parks found with high levels of lead contamination in soil
The Environmental Protection Agency took soil samples at three East Trenton public parks. After analyzing the samples, they found each park had high levels of lead. Now, the EPA and the city of Trenton will install protective measures to help reduce lead exposure. NBC10’s Leah Uko has more on the story.
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EPA investigates public parks, school contaminated with lead in Trenton neighborhood
The EPA is warning residents about elevated levels of lead in three Trenton, New Jersey parks and a school as they investigate what caused the issue.
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New Jersey officials working to provide health insurance for all children
The city of Camden in New Jersey is working to increase sign-ups for health care to thousands of children who lost coverage when pandemic-related programs ended. NBC10’s Shaira Arias has more on what families need to know.
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Experts weigh in on those new health apps promising to help with mind, body and addiction goals
New years resolutions have come and gone. Now that warmer weather is here, lots of people are rekindling those promises to focus on health, diet and wellbeing. One way people are doing that is with the help of artificial intelligence and health apps aimed at improving mind and body functions. NBC10’s Deanna Durante has more from experts on what you...
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Meet the women who pioneered the development of IVF
These are the women who played a role in the development of IVF, from Miriam Menkin in the 1930s to Georgeanna Seegar Jones in the late 70s and 80s.
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FDA faces backlash over approval of genetic test for opioid addiction risk
In a letter to the agency, a group of experts called on the commissioner to revoke its approval, saying the test doesn’t work.