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Teen died from eating a spicy chip as part of social media challenge, autopsy report concludes

The manufacturer of the chip, Paqui, asked retailers to stop selling the product shortly after the boy's death.
A Paqui One Chip Challenge chip
A Paqui One Chip Challenge chip

Migraines are getting worse — and climate change could be partly to blame

Doctors suggests that climate change, which causes more erratic and severe weather conditions, may be a trigger for more intense migraines.
A woman with a migraine, hand over forehead in pain
A woman with a migraine, hand over forehead in pain
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Devotees of Panera's Charged Lemonade savor their last drops of the controversial beverage

Despite lawsuits blaming the highly caffeinated drink for two deaths and permanent health problems, Charged Lemonade amassed a dedicated fan base.
A Panera Bread mango yuzu citrus charged lemonade is displayed at a Panera Bread restaurant
A Panera Bread mango yuzu citrus charged lemonade is displayed at a Panera Bread restaurant

To protect new mothers, a federal panel prescribes maternity centers for mental health support

The leading causes of pregnancy-related deaths in the United States —including suicides and fatalities linked to substance use disorders — stem from mental health conditions.
Belly of pregnant person
Belly of pregnant person

Vegetarian and vegan diets linked to lower risk of heart disease, cancer and death

An analysis of nearly 50 studies suggests that plant-based diets have a multitude of health benefits.
chickpea salad
chickpea salad

Patients with female doctors have a lower risk of death or serious complications, research shows

Female doctors have better outcomes for patients after surgery or hospitalization, multiple studies have indicated.
Female surgeons at work
Female surgeons at work

Overdose deaths decreased for first time in 5 years but still topped 100,000

Synthetic opioids including fentanyl continue to account for a majority of the deaths, but stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamine are increasingly involved.
A container of Narcan, or naloxone, sits on tree roots
A container of Narcan, or naloxone, sits on tree roots

Walgreens is launching a generic version of OTC Narcan

The pharmacy chain will sell its version of the opioid overdose reversal drug for $10 less than the brand-name version.
A Walgreens signage is seen on a storefront window.
A Walgreens signage is seen on a storefront window.

Bird flu virus possibly found in a handful of wastewater sites, CDC says

Influenza A was detected at higher-than-average levels in five states.
In an aerial view, pools of water are visible at Central Marin Sanitation Agency wastewater treatment plant
In an aerial view, pools of water are visible at Central Marin Sanitation Agency wastewater treatment plant

Wegovy users keep weight off for 4 years, large new analysis finds

The larger, long-term study, conducted by the drugmaker Novo Nordisk, tracked people with pre-existing heart disease.
An injectable prescription weight loss medicine.
An injectable prescription weight loss medicine.

People are drinking raw milk 'like crazy' as sales rise despite bird flu warnings

Although raw milk is considered one of the "riskiest" foods people can consume, social media influencers heavily promote unpasteurized products.
Farmer taking a raw milk sample in a container from a faucet
Farmer taking a raw milk sample in a container from a faucet

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