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If a pesky mosquito bite just doesn’t seem to go away, it could be something else — namely, skeeter syndrome. Skeeter syndrome, according to the Cleveland Clinic, is “a large local allergic reaction to mosquito bites marked by significant inflammation.” The syndrome can be described as a severe allergic reaction …

Imagine this scenario. You are at home hanging out with your loved ones, enjoying a relaxing evening. Suddenly, a relative collapses on the floor, clutching his chest. You call 911, but you know that every second counts. What if you had a device that could help you revive your relative …

One of the most enduring lessons of American history is that the banning of liquor sales and consumption (“the noble experiment”) was a colossal failure. Drinking didn’t go down much, but the profits ended up going not to legitimate businesses but bootleggers and the mob, while the murder rate soared …

China has started training children for military service, drilling “good fighting spirit” into them starting as early as the age of 7 to create an “iron army,” according to a report. Hundreds of young athletes will “deeply study” the military’s “sense of standards” and “combat spirit,” the Sports Bureau of …

Beer, with its effervescence and diverse flavors, has long been a beloved beverage in the world. Yet the age-old question persists: Does indulging in beer lead to weight gain? As with many dietary debates, the answer lies in an understanding of beer’s composition, consumption habits and its impact on the …

A new study found that hydration is key when it comes to managing stress. People who drink less than seven cups, or 1.5 liters, of water per day have a cortisol response to stress that is 50% higher than those who meet water intake recommendations. Researchers at Liverpool John Moores …

Heart attacks don’t always look the same — and a new study from Mayo Clinic highlights the key differences between how they affect men and women. The most common cause of heart attacks overall is clogged arteries (atherosclerosis), but in people under 65 — particularly women — there are often …

Experts agree that exercise is vital to longevity and helps to preserve muscle mass, bone density and joint health as we age. But it’s important to approach workouts in the right way to ensure safe, optimal results. The general guideline is for healthy adults to get 150 minutes of moderate …

Levels of iron in the brain could be a warning sign of future Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. High levels of the chemical element have been shown to increase brain toxins and trigger neurodegeneration, resulting in cognitive decline — especially when they interact with theabnormal amyloid and tau proteins …

A Swiss International Air Lines flight departing for Zurich, Switzerland, had to abort takeoff from Boston Logan International Airport after flames were seen shooting out of its engines. A video shows flames coming out of the aircraft’s engine as it moved forward, seemingly slowing its pace. “Investigations into the exact …