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1. Siamese twins lived only 1 hour after birth
Breana Dell of Atlanta was only able to hold her newborn twins, Amelia Jane and Elhora Auri, for an hour after their birth on Feb. 29 — but every minute was filled with “peace” and “awe,” she said. She shared her journey with Fox News Digital. Click here to read the story.
Amelia Jane Dell and Elhora Auri Dell were born on February 29th at 7:37 a.m. They weighed 3.5 pounds each. (Mandy Daniel Photography)
2. New survey shows that cancer affects generations
Certain types of cancer are more common among Generation X and Millennials, according to a new study from the American Cancer Society. Click here to see the 17 types of cancer that are more common in younger cohorts. Click here to read the story.
According to a new study by the American Cancer Society, certain types of cancer are more common among Generation X and Millennials. (iStock)
3. Risk of heart attack could increase through consumption of artificial sweeteners
According to a study from the Cleveland Clinic, the artificial sweetener erythritol, commonly used in keto diets, is linked to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. Click here to read the story.
Erythritol, used to sweeten many low-sugar, low-calorie drinks and foods, increases blood platelet count and blood clot formation, a new study has found. (iStock)
4. New technologies could be the key to early diagnosis of dementia
By combining artificial intelligence and EEG testing, researchers at the Mayo Clinic were able to identify certain types of dementia faster than would have been possible through human analysis. Click here to read the story.
An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test that measures electrical activity in the brain using small metal disks (electrodes) attached to the scalp. This activity is shown as wavy lines on an EEG recording. (iStock)
5. Doctors say Ozempic and surgery are incompatible
Recent studies have shown that patients taking GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and others may experience complications during surgery. Here’s what you should know. Click here to read the story.
GLP-1 receptor agonists (glucagon-like peptide) are often prescribed to patients with type 2 diabetes to stabilize blood sugar levels – or patients with obesity to help with weight loss. (iStock)
6. Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky talks about her illness
After keeping it a secret for nearly a decade, Olympic medalist Katie Ledecky shared her POTS diagnosis with the world. Here are the symptoms and treatment options for the disease. Click here to read the story.
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Katie Ledecky reacts after competing in the women’s 400m freestyle swimming heats during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Arena La Défense on July 27, 2024. (Getty Images)
7. Survey shows what teenagers need from their parents
Most Gen Z members want their parents to listen to them when they’re upset – but they don’t necessarily want advice. This and other data on how teens deal with their emotions shows a new Gallup poll. Click here to read the story.
Conjoined twins, advances in artificial intelligence, teen anxieties, cancer trends, and more are some of the topics covered here. (Mandy Daniel Photography; iStock)
8. Home remedies for inducing pregnancy may not be safe
Many pregnant women on TikTok claim they’ve taken castor oil to induce labor, with mixed results, but some experts warn it may not be safe. Click here to read the story.
A midwifery nurse warned on TikTok that using castor oil to induce pregnancy is not suitable for everyone. (iStock)
