Thursday, 2 July 2020

Stroke Appears 8 Times More Likely With COVID Than With Flu

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Among more than 1,900 patients with COVID-19, 1.6% suffered a stroke, versus 0.2% of nearly 1,500 patients seriously ill with flu, researchers found.



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6 At-Home Fitness Fixes

Even if you are home all day, you still can get a full workout. Try these at-home fitness fixes.



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Scientists Find Source of COVID Clots

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One marker, called thrombomodulin, was linked with survival among all patients. Measuring thrombomodulin might help doctors better treat patients, the researchers say.



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Fireworks Take the Backyard as Public Shows Cancel

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The American Pyrotechnics Association, which represents the fireworks industry, says overall sales are breaking records.



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Getting Out for Better Health

Exercising and socializing linked to better health as people age.



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