Jillian Wilson
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Senior wellness reporter at HuffPost ✍🏽👩🏽💻 📍Philly
This is for anyone who has ever lied to a doctor about their diet, exercise regimen or drinking habits.
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Doctors Really Wish You'd Stop Lying About These 6 Things
It may seem harmless, but this one habit could seriously impact your health.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/dont-lie-to-doctors-advice_l_68dd9392e4b0c450ba64e9aa
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From Zohran Mamdani to Joy Reid, Vice President JD Vance really thinks certain people need to show a "little gratitude" to the U.S. It's worth paying attention to who he thinks is insufficiently grateful, professors who study race and poli sci told me today.
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JD Vance Keeps Demanding Certain People Show 'Gratitude' — And We Bet You Know What They Have In Common
The VP thinks some people really ought to appreciate America more. But that's not all there is to it.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/jd-vance-gratitude_l_68dece87e4b07cde51cd9f25
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It’s crucial that you advocate for yourself if you experience these heart attack symptoms.
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ER Doctors Warn That Heart Attack Symptoms Are Different In Women — And Are Often Overlooked
It’s crucial that you advocate for yourself if you experience these heart attack symptoms.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/heart-attack-women-symptoms_l_68d59797e4b0b2f96b455eac?utm_campaign=bluesky_feed
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The goal of "jeffing" is to help people build endurance, prevent injury, run faster and move more, overall.
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'Jeffing' May Be The Secret Hack To Upping Your Step Count
“It helps a lot of people build, not only the stamina, the endurance, but also speed, in a lot of cases.”
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/jeffing-run-walk-interval-training_l_68d14db3e4b03c190c2133b3
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We all really need an "invisible day" right now. Here's what that means.
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An 'Invisible Day' May Be The Little Thing You Need To Better Your Mental Health
Therapists say it's an important way to reconnect with yourself and help combat the anxiety so many of us are feeling.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/invisible-day-anxiety-stress-relief_l_68d3f1cfe4b0f19864accfe0
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"More troubling is the underlying premise that treats autism as a preventable tragedy rather than recognizing it as neurological difference," said Dr. Anita Patel.
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'Ignorance Dressed Up As Policy': Medical Experts Go Off On Trump's 'Reckless' Tylenol Tirade
Here's what medical professionals want patients to know about the president's "cruel" and "dangerous" statements.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-tylenol-medical-experts_l_68d2acf1e4b03fb4d9341baa?origin=life-featured
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"Another large, high-quality study from Japan including over 200,000 children — also using sibling comparisons and published this year — found no link between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and autism." 🗣️🗣️🗣️
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Trump links autism and Tylenol: is there any truth to it?
The US president repeatedly advised people, “Don't take Tylenol,” but scientists say that strong evidence between the medication and autism is lacking.
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-02876-1
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RFK “don’t take medical advice from me” Jr.
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14 days ago
Sound familiar?
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The U.S. Is Experiencing 'National Trauma' — And It Explains Why So Many Of Us Feel Miserable
Sound familiar?
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/us-national-trauma-meaning_l_68cb042ee4b0a2e5bdc6b8f7?utm_campaign=bluesky_feed
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Razor sore throat, fevers, chills. Some social media users are claiming that their current COVID-19 infections are more severe than prior years. Here's what doctors want you to know about that:
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Doctors Respond To Alarming COVID Claim Circulating On Social Media
Read this if you're worried about getting sicker than normal with COVID-19 right now.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/covid-severity-fall-2025_l_68c2e79de4b0bf6c8bfe4b4f
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Protesters shouted “Free DC, free Palestine, Trump is the Hitler of our time” as Trump dined at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab in DC
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I spoke with
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about the new FDA COVID vaccine criteria. “It’s a horrible mess. With these new restricted eligibility criteria..., getting a COVID vaccine has now become a chaotic, constantly shifting scavenger hunt that depends on what state you’re in..."
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What Alarms Doctors The Most About COVID Right Now
From limited vaccine access to hospital visits and more.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/covid-vaccines-experts-what-to-know_l_68bb3c15e4b0a78951966045?origin=life-featured
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Vaccine hesitancy and anti-vaccine sentiments are prevalent throughout the country right now — sadly, this is impacting dogs, too.
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Vets Issue Stark Warning As Numerous Pet Owners Question This Crucial Step To Protect Their Dogs
Pet owners mean well — but misinformation is leading them astray.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/dogs-vaccination-hesitancy_l_68b9e05ce4b041ed82bdead7
27 days ago
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Booooo. The last thing Watch Hill needs is MORE tourism and LESS street parking.
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What if your exhaustion wasn’t just because of family stress, work tasks and social obligations? A common mineral deficiency could be the culprit — and it happens most often in women.
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Struggling With Brain Fog And Fatigue? You Might Be Lacking This 1 Essential Mineral
Treating the issue could help you feel much better, but it may take some self-advocacy.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/iron-deficiency-anemia-fatigue-brain-fog_l_68b1a883e4b07a70c7bc5b14
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Sad news for nostalgic travelers — the days of admiring new stamps in your passport are coming to an end.
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This Beloved Passport Tradition Is Disappearing — Here's What To Know
This change is gradually being rolled out worldwide; some countries have already implemented it, and others are soon to follow suit.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/passport-stamps-going-away-digital-alternative_l_68b1a6d9e4b07a70c7bc5abb?origin=life-featured
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We are in hell.
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Three scientists learned they carry genes that dramatically increase their risk for Alzheimer's disease. Now they're working to keep their brains healthy.
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These scientists found Alzheimer's in their genes. Here's what they did next
Three scientists learned they carry genes that dramatically increase their risk for Alzheimer's disease. Now they're working to keep their brains healthy.
https://n.pr/4nvoNub
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The flowers at the farmers market in Rittenhouse Square are just beyond 😍😍😍
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COVID cases are up throughout the country. I talked to doctors about where cases are highest right now and what folks should do to stay healthy:
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COVID-19 Is Surging Again — And These Regions Are Facing The Sharpest Spikes
While everyone should take precautions to stay well, folks in certain states should be extra careful.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/covid-surge-west-center-states_l_68b1c4aae4b072bf6d64617e
about 1 month ago
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Now, only people >=65 + people with an underlying med condition are eligible. “Without FDA approval ... insurance companies might not cover the cost [of the COVID-19 vaccine], potentially leaving people to pay out of pocket or unable to get vaccinated at all,” Dr. Oni Blackstock...told HuffPost.
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The FDA Finally Approves COVID Shots — But With More Restrictions Than Ever
Experts warn the new guidelines — a sharp break from previous years — could have deadly consequences.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/covid-shots-fda-approved-limits_l_68a74310e4b0cfb9a82aa596
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Sadly, it won't be easy for people under 65 to get a COVID shot this fall.
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The FDA Finally Approves COVID Shots — But With More Restrictions Than Ever
Experts warn the new guidelines — a sharp break from previous years — could have deadly consequences.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/covid-shots-fda-approved-limits_l_68a74310e4b0cfb9a82aa596
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I cannot believe 2025-2026 COVID shots STILL aren’t approved.
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It's a growing fitness trend. People say wearing a weighted vest when you exercise builds bones, strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health. But does research back up these claims?
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Are weighted vests good for bones and muscle? Fact-checking a fitness trend
It's a growing fitness trend. People say wearing a weighted vest when you exercise builds bones, strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health. But does research back up these claims?
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If you’ve ever thought to yourself, “I should really get the organic peaches” or “I need to replace my old makeup with ‘clean’ beauty products," you may have fallen into the chemophobia trap, an almost inescapable phobia that’s infiltrating America.
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A New Type Of Phobia Is Spreading Through American Households — And MAGA Is Partly To Blame
The fear tactic strikes a nerve with both conservatives and liberals alike. Here’s what you need to know.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/chemophobia-chemicals-fear-maha-maga_l_68a64cdee4b0221ae092689c
about 2 months ago
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Voters in this country gave this kind of power to a bunch of men who can’t even define “woke.”
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It's not reason enough to try to catch this virus, but if you do get sick, it could offer some protection from COVID.
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Research Suggests This 1 Annoying Illness Might Actually Help Protect You From COVID
It may also lessen the severity of the infection.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/common-cold-covid-19-protection_l_68a5cc6fe4b0a58e15425ec2
about 2 months ago
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Have a cough or runny nose? It's probably not a cold. COVID-19 is everywhere right now.
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We're Heading Toward A COVID Surge — Here's When It's Predicted To Peak
It's hard to predict COVID infections, but rates are high and growing throughout the country. Here’s what you should do to keep you and your loved ones safe.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/covid-peak-early-september-prediction_l_689f52eae4b0fd906c861815
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Vaccine panel fired by Kennedy had lowest rate of financial conflicts since 2000, study shows
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Vaccine panel fired by Kennedy had lowest rate of financial conflicts since 2000, study shows
Conflicts of interest on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s vaccine advisory committee were at historic lows around the time when Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired all 17 members in June, new data published in a medical journal on Monday showed.
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Most adults will have gum disease at some point in their lives, and it can cause major dental problems.
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This 1 Common Dental Problem Can Cause Tooth Loss, Bleeding And Bad Breath. Here's What To Know.
"I always like to reiterate to my patients that if you're seeing bleeding, that's not normal, healthy gums should never bleed."
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/gum-disease-gingivitis-periodontitis-signs-treatment_l_689cf91fe4b03640c7f13d5e
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"If the Smithsonian doesn’t go along with the White House-directed censorship...the president is threatening to cut the Smithsonian’s federal funding, which accounts for about two-thirds of its annual revenue" — Horrifying yet crucial reporting
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www.huffpost.com/entry/smiths...
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'Everyone Is So Scared': Inside The Smithsonian As Trump Attacks Art, History
A culture of fear has taken hold at the prestigious D.C. museums as White House officials “ensure alignment” with Trump’s preferred version of American history.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/smithsonian-staff-scared-trump-censorship-art-history_n_689bb490e4b09184403f36c0
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I spend 90% of my day mumbling "get off your fucking phone" to myself.
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RFK Jr.'s $500 million cuts to mRNA vaccine funding will impact cancer research, diabetes research, jobs and more. Here's what to know:
www.huffpost.com/entry/rfk-cu...
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RFK Jr. Is Making A Drastic Move On Vaccine Development — And It Could Endanger Us All
Doctors and scientists who spoke to HuffPost are worried for a multitude of reasons and want you to know that this will impact your health.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/rfk-cut-funding-vaccinnes-development_l_6899fff5e4b0c2e59a931a05
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Please. Stop with the holiday pitches 😓 It's August 13 -- and I am not a print journalist!!
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Some people may call this "nazi shit" and theyd be right. The Story Behind DEGENERATE! Hitler’s War on Modern Art—On View from October 30, 2024 through April 20, 2025 | Maltz Museum
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Trump Administration Seizes Editorial Power Over Smithsonian Museum Exhibits
The institution's American history museum, natural history museum, African American history museum and American Indian museum are all affected.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-administration-seizes-editorial-power-over-smithsonian-museum-exhibits_n_689b9e8ce4b09184403f25d5?92c
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Emphasis on “convicted felon!!!”
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Sickening. Every journalist in America should think deeply about the fact that most American politicians are willing to accept and indeed facilitate the murder of our colleagues.
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Absolutely horrific and heartbreaking.
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A Georgia man who opened fire on the CDC headquarters blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for making him depressed and suicidal, an official said.
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CDC Shooter Believed COVID Vaccine Made Him Suicidal, His Father Tells Police
The 30-year-old shooter also tried to get into the CDC’s headquarters in Atlanta but was stopped by guards before driving to a pharmacy across the street and opening fire late Friday afternoon, the of...
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/georgia-authorities-identify-suspect-in-cdc-shooting_n_68974e32e4b05bc4a489e557?4z
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Had a blast at the National Association of Black Journalists Convention this week/weekend in Cleveland! The world needs Black journalists more than ever 💕
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Today's jobs report shows what many Americans already knew: despite record highs in the stock market, the “economy” is not working for ordinary people. Rather than accept reality & try to address it, Trump chooses to fire the bearers of bad news. This is what authoritarians do.
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Doctors say you should pay attention to whether your poop sinks or floats in the toilet. Here's why:
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Does Your Poop Sink? Here’s What It Could Say About Your Health.
Your poop reveals key clues about your health — here are a few red flags to keep an eye on.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/floating-sinking-poop-health_l_6883e8d5e4b09c928ae1e910
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NEW: I spoke with a woman named Andrea about her experience being detained by ICE after calling the cops for help during a domestic violence incident. She was recently postpartum, breastfeeding & put in an all-male facility. She was detained for 2.5 months.
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We are heading into a summer COVID surge. Here are the most common symptoms to look out for:
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The Most Common COVID Symptoms Doctors Are Seeing This Summer
Roughly half of U.S. states currently have increasing numbers of infections. Here's what you need to know.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/common-covid-symptoms-summer-2025_l_6883e939e4b0dc9c8294353c
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NEW— "A lot of children have passed the point of no return...The gut lining has started to auto-digest & will no longer [absorb] water or nutrition. Death is imminent for 1000s" An American doctor who just returned from Gaza on where US-Israeli policy is taking us:
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‘Past The Point Of No Return’: Doctor Describes How Starvation In Gaza Is Driving Mass Death
"In August and September, there are probably still going to be ... large numbers of deaths because children have already passed the tipping point," Mark Brauner, who volunteered in Gaza last month, to...
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/gaza-starvation-doctor-israel-palestinians_n_6886aff0e4b04be5e46823d6
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COVID cases are on the rise, which makes it important to take a COVID test if you're feeling sick.
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COVID Has Evolved, But Have COVID Tests? Experts Explain How Effective They Still Are
Many folks have COVID tests at home, but can they still detect the latest variants?
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/covid-tests-variants-still-effective_l_6882951ae4b0c2d9e4d95c8d
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"In recent weeks, the Israeli military has declared Gaza’s entire coastline a prohibited zone, effectively banning Palestinians from swimming, fishing, or even approaching the water. Anyone who gets near the sea is shot at."
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In Gaza, water kills too
Providing water, searching for water, drinking water, swimming in water can all get you killed.
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Habits like not spending time with loved ones, skipping out on exercise and not getting enough sleep may all put you at higher risk of dementia. Here's why:
www.huffpost.com/entry/habits...
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Stop Doing These 8 Things — They Could Increase Your Risk Of Dementia
These common daily behaviors can impact your cognitive health – and take a toll on your overall health, too.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/habits-increase-dementia-risk_l_68814f49e4b0cde1a1cbd4bd
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