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Jennifer Wilson

Brie Bird’s Light Lives On Forever

Brie Bird, the 9-year-old who inspired thousands with her brave fight against stage 4 cancer, has passed away. Her mom’s heartbreaking tribute on Instagram is a reminder of how much love and faith Brie brought to the world. Followers, including Viola Davis, are flooding her page with love and awe for Brie’s strength and spirit. Her story is one of grace, hope, and finding beauty even in heartbreak. Rest in peace, sweet Brie. 💔 #Health #BodyHealth #BrieBird

Melinda Gutierrez

A Tennessee mom’s wildest surprise yet

Imagine heading to the ER for stomach pain and leaving with a newborn in your arms. That’s exactly what happened to Keionna Dickerson, a Tennessee mom who had no idea she was 35 weeks pregnant—no bump, no symptoms, nothing out of the ordinary. Her family named the baby Champion, and honestly, it fits: he made it through without anyone knowing he was there! Stories like this really make you wonder how much we can miss about our own bodies. Has anyone else heard of cryptic pregnancies or known someone who went through something similar? #Health #BodyHealth #Parenting

maria25

Princess Kate’s Sweet Tribute at Ever After Garden

Princess Kate just made a surprise stop at London’s Ever After Garden, dedicating a rose in memory of cancer victims and chatting with volunteers. The garden, which raises funds for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, has already pulled in £400k this year! After her own cancer battle, Kate’s heartfelt message about hope and remembrance is hitting everyone right in the feels. Love how she’s turning her journey into something beautiful for others. #Health #BodyHealth #PrincessKate

Kevin Rodriguez

This Flu Strain Is Wiping Out Families

H3N2 is no joke—my whole family got hit and it’s the sickest we’ve ever been. Fevers over 39°C, relentless coughs, and even a trip to A&E because my daughter couldn’t breathe right. Hospitals are packed, pharmacies are running out of meds, and half my kid’s class is out sick. If you thought flu season was bad before, this year’s a whole new level. Stay safe and stock up on tissues! #Health #BodyHealth #H3N2

Jacqueline Howard DDS

Cheese Might Help Your Brain—But Don’t Go Overboard

Cheese lovers, this one’s for you: a new Japanese study found people who ate cheese had a slightly lower risk of dementia—just 1.06% less, but still! Before you start piling on the cheddar, researchers say the effect might be bigger in Japan since they eat way less cheese than the U.S. Plus, it’s just an association, not proof. The real takeaway? A little cheese can fit into a brain-healthy diet, but moderation (and balance) is key! #Health #BodyHealth #CheeseLovers

mfigueroa

Michigan’s Sherrone Moore firing sparks mental health debate

Michigan’s decision to fire head football coach Sherrone Moore is raising big questions about how institutions handle mental health in high-stress situations. Despite knowing Moore was struggling, the university’s athletic director reportedly dismissed him without HR or security present—just hours before Moore’s arrest and protective custody. Now, people are wondering: Should there be better safeguards when someone’s mental health is at risk, especially during something as intense as a firing? This situation is making a lot of folks rethink what “best practices” really mean when it comes to workplace safety and mental health. What do you think Michigan should have done differently? #Health #MentalHealth #MichiganFootball

Stacy Fisher

Soup Recall Alert: Check Your Pantry!

Did you hear about the Grandma Belle’s Tomato Basil Soup recall? It’s being pulled from shelves in 14 states because it contains milk that wasn’t listed on the label. If you or someone you know has a milk allergy, double-check your pantry ASAP! No illnesses reported yet, but better safe than sorry. If you have the soup, you can contact the company for a replacement. Food labels matter, especially for allergies! #Health #BodyHealth #FoodRecall

Michelle Welch

Alzheimer’s Hits Women’s Brains Harder

Just learned something wild: Alzheimer’s messes with brain metabolism way more in women than men. Scientists looked at brain samples and found that women with Alzheimer’s had worse insulin signaling and mitochondrial function—basically, their brain cells struggled more to get energy. There was also more inflammation. The twist? Female brains might actually try to fight back differently than male brains. Kinda makes you rethink how this disease works, right? #Health #BodyHealth #Alzheimers

Steven Smith

Is Mental Health Being Overdiagnosed?

The debate is heating up over whether mental health issues are being overdiagnosed in the UK. Some experts say too many people are being labeled with disorders due to stress, internet self-diagnosis, and vague criteria—leaving those with severe needs waiting years for help. But others argue conditions like ADHD are actually underdiagnosed. Either way, everyone agrees: mental health services are stretched way too thin. What do you think—is it overdiagnosis, underdiagnosis, or just a broken system? #Health #MentalHealth #Overdiagnosis