The theme of Adams’ SOTC? He’s alive.

RISING FROM HIS GRAVE: Mayor Eric Adams’ State of the City address had a blaring message: I’m not just here — I’m thriving. “Even dark moments are not burials, they’re plantings,” Adams said. “Allow your planting to happen and you’ll see the fruits of your labor. Mommy did it, and that’s why I’m mayor.” The…

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Why Are More Non-Smokers Getting Lung Cancer?

At 37, Samantha Murrell was the picture of health. She hiked daily and enjoyed other outdoor activities like paddleboarding and mountain biking near her home in Montana. Murrell was also proactive with her health and stayed on top of preventive exams. She diligently checked for moles that could indicate the beginnings of skin cancer, did…

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Your Guide to Colon Cancer Screening Tests

Medically reviewed by Ayanna Lewis, M.D. Getting screened is the best way to lower your risk of colon cancer, a disease that affects 1 in 25 women and is the second-leading cause of cancer death in women under 50. The good news — particularly for those who really dread the idea of a colonoscopy —…

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