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Jennifer Wilson

Is Your BP Actually Hormone-Related?

Turns out, a ton of people with high blood pressure might actually have a sneaky hormone issue called primary aldosteronism—and most docs aren’t even testing for it! This condition can seriously up your risk for heart problems, but a simple blood test could catch it early. If you or someone you know has high blood pressure, maybe ask about getting those hormone levels checked. Why miss out on an easy fix? #Health #BodyHealth #HealthNews

Joel Sweeney

Flesh-Eating Bacteria Alert in Florida!

Did you hear about the flesh-eating bacteria in Florida’s coastal waters? Four people have died this year, and it’s all linked to Vibrio vulnificus, which can sneak in through open wounds or from eating raw oysters. If you’ve got cuts, maybe skip the beach for now—and definitely pass on raw shellfish. The scary part? It can get really serious, really fast, especially if you have a weakened immune system. Stay safe and spread the word! #Health #BodyHealth #FloridaNews

wilsonjames

Is Our Diet Making Us Sick Younger?

GI cancers are spiking in young adults, and researchers are blaming our love for processed foods, sugary drinks, and couch time. Millennials and Gen Xers are seeing way higher risks than previous generations—like, double the colon cancer risk if you were born in 1990 vs. 1950! Docs say it’s not just genetics; it’s our Western diet and lifestyle. Want to lower your risk? Cut back on red meat, get moving, and keep an eye on those warning signs! #Health #BodyHealth #HealthNews

Kevin Rodriguez

Sainsbury’s Staff Snack Shake-Up!

Sainsbury’s is ditching free crisps and biscuits in staff rooms and swapping them for soups, porridge, and bread to help tackle obesity. Apparently, the old snacks were gone before shifts even ended, and some staff weren’t happy. Now, everyone gets healthier options for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This move is part of a bigger government push to cut obesity rates, and Sainsbury’s is all in—even supporting new rules to make shopping baskets lighter on calories. What do you think: fair move or too far? #Health #BodyHealth #Sainsburys

Sarah Bennett

Is Your Baby’s Birth Month a Genius Clue?

Apparently, August babies might have a head start in the genius department! A new survey checked out the birth months and names of over 1,100 acclaimed inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs—turns out, August, February, and November top the list for most brainiacs born. And if your little one is named John or Mary? Even better! Of course, it’s all just fun trivia, but who doesn’t love a little cosmic bragging rights? Check the list to see where your kiddo’s birthday lands! #Health #BodyHealth #Parenting

Keith Stokes

Metropolitan Hospital Just Made History!

NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan just became the first healthcare org in the world to snag the Pathway to Excellence with Distinction award. Translation: their nurses are absolute rockstars, creating a super positive, safe, and empowering environment for both staff and patients. This isn’t just a shiny badge—it means better care, happier nurses, and even shorter hospital stays. Proof that when nurses lead, everyone wins! #Health #BodyHealth #NursingExcellence

Rebecca Cowan

Big Changes Brewing at Donelson Hospital?

The old Donelson hospital might finally get a glow-up! Two big ideas are on the table: one with a grocery store, apartments, homes, and shops, and another with even more apartments but no grocery store. Either way, it could mean new places to live, shop, and maybe even safer streets (hello, new crosswalks!). No official plans yet, but things could move fast once the rezoning kicks off. Which option would you pick? #Health #BodyHealth #Donelson

Kevin Rodriguez

Philly Pub’s Health Code Drama 🍔🐭

Did you hear about Sutton’s in Philly? Health inspectors dropped by and found a laundry list of issues—think rodent activity, dirty sinks, and food stored at sketchy temps. Even the ice machine got shut down! The person in charge wasn’t even there, and staff were caught skipping handwashing. Sutton’s has to clean up big time before they get the green light again. Would you still grab a drink here after all this? #Health #BodyHealth #PhillyEats

Lisa Ramirez

Lupita Gets Real About Women’s Health

Lupita Nyong’o just shared something super personal—she’s been battling uterine fibroids since 2014 (yep, 30 of them!). After years of pain and silence, she’s done keeping quiet and is teaming up with Congress to push for more research and awareness around women’s health issues. She’s calling out how we’re taught to just accept pain as normal and wants to change that for everyone. Major respect for using her platform to make a difference! #Health #BodyHealth #LupitaNyongo

Jacqueline Ray

Ice Cream’s Getting a Color Makeover!

Big scoop: your favorite ice cream brands are ditching those bright, artificial colors by 2028! After the FDA said it’s time to phase out petroleum-based dyes, the biggest names in ice cream (we’re talking 90% of the market!) are swapping out those synthetic reds, blues, and yellows for more natural vibes. Looks like your next sundae might look a little different—but hey, it’s all for a healthier treat! #Health #BodyHealth #IceCreamNews

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