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Polly Holliday, a Sassy Waitress on the Sitcom ‘Alice,’ Dies at 88

As she pointed out to her boss (Vic Tayback) at the fictional roadside Mel’s Diner in Phoenix, “I’m attractive, I’m a good talker, I’m a good dancer, and the list goes on and on.”

Purpose in Life Linked to 28% Lower Risk of Cognitive Impairment and Dementia

A UC Davis study shows that a strong sense of purpose may lower the risk of dementia and cognitive decline.

Kamala Now Admits: “We’d All Been Hypnotized”

Harris writes about being undercut by Biden and his staff, accusing them of neither defending nor highlighting her and even “adding fuel to negative narratives that sprang up around me.”

Trump dines out in DC for first time in his second term, asserting crime crackdown made city safe

“The food was phenomenal and the service was fantastic. Thank you, Joe’s!” – Karoline Leavitt

Vaccines and C.D.C. Chaos Expose Tensions Between Trump and Kennedy

Mr. Kennedy, the nephew of President John F. Kennedy and son of a senator, occupies a unique place in Mr. Trump’s cabinet — and in Republican politics.

From Ritual to Trend: The Deadly Rise of a Frog Secretion

MEDPAGE TODAY – A new wellness ritual is going viral. But at what cost to health and life? Originally practiced by Indigenous tribes of the Amazon, the Kambo ritual involves applying the toxic secretion of the giant monkey frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor), collected directly from its skin, onto fresh burn marks to induce a rapid and intense purge. Traditionally believed to cleanse the body of misfortune and enhance physical endurance or hunting ability, the practice has deep...

Amid Calls for RFK Jr.’s Resignation, Trump Lavishes Praise

The Epoch Times – President Donald Trump praised Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as an increasing number of Democrats call on him to resign or for the president to fire him. “He’s a different kind of a guy. He’s got a lot of good ideas, but he’s got a lot of ideas. Normally, they don’t have any ideas, and that’s why we have problems with autism and so many other things. Because we’re coming up...

New York company recalls frozen vegetables distributed to 6 states

FOOD SAFETY NEWS – Endico Potatoes of Mount Vernon, NY, is recalling Endico brand peas and carrots and mixed vegetables because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall is the result of sampling done by Pennsylvania inspectors at a distributor that revealed the finished products tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The company has ceased distribution of the product while the Food and Drug Administration and the company continue their investigation as...

Supertramp founding member Rick Davies dead at 81, cause of death revealed

Rick Davies, leader of Supertramp, playing Wurlitzer piano. CREDIT: Mr.Vandebilt

Congo has announced a new Ebola outbreak. Here’s what to know

Case numbers are likely to increase as the transmission is ongoing.

Trump Administration Investigates Medicaid Spending on Immigrants in Blue States

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Trump administration is taking its immigration crackdown to the health care safety net, launching Medicaid spending probes in at least six Democratic-led states that provide comprehensive health coverage to poor and disabled immigrants living in the U.S. without permanent legal status. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is scouring payments covering health care for immigrants without legal status to ensure there isn’t any waste, fraud, or abuse, according to public...

What the science says about acetaminophen, pregnant mothers and autism

The Wall Street Journal reported that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to link Tylenol use in pregnant women to autism. The medication has been recommended as a safe option for decades.

What is Fixed Indemnity Health Coverage?

Start Health – Fixed indemnity health coverage like Start Health is a type of insurance plan that provides a predetermined, fixed payout for specific medical services, regardless of the actual cost incurred. Unlike traditional health insurance, which typically covers a percentage of medical expenses after deductibles and copayments, fixed indemnity plans pay a set amount per service or event, such as hospital stays, doctor visits, or surgical procedures. How Fixed Indemnity Plans Work These plans operate on...

Mayo Clinic Q&A: What makes the Mediterranean diet so healthy for your heart?

Extensive research over the years continues to pinpoint the Mediterranean diet as one of the best for your heart.
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