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After initially asking for prayers for his wife, Lauren, who had been battling an unknown virus in the hospital, Matt Chandler informed his followers that she had finally been discharged home. After noting that the couple were still waiting to hear back on some labs, Chandler wrote, “Our infectious diseases doc is informing the hospitalist…

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For older adults, how they spend their free time may be key in preventing dementia, according to a newly released study. The University of South Australia assessed 400 people over the age of 60 for 24 hours and found that their daily activities had a great impact on their brain health. While diet and exercise…

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Pastor Matt Chandler, senior pastor of Village Church in Flower Mound, TX, posted to social media requesting prayers for his ailing wife, Lauren. After stating his wife had been in the hospital for three days, Chandler described her illness. “Super high fever and other symptoms. Still can’t quite figure out what’s causing it all. She…

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Phil Robertson, the beloved patriarch of the Robertson family and star of the hit reality series Duck Dynasty, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, his family revealed on their podcast Unashamed with the Robertson Family. The news comes as Robertson battles a serious blood disorder that has significantly impacted his health. Phil’s son, Jase Robertson,…

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A new study has revealed Gen Z’s online usage has jumped from last year to a record six hours per day. The study, conducted by Ofcom, monitored the smartphone and internet usage of 10,000 volunteers, and found that online usage had gone up from individuals aged 18 to 24 from four hours and 36 minutes…

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Bishop T.D. Jakes, the renowned pastor of The Potter’s House megachurch in Dallas, has publicly credited God’s intervention and the swift action of medical professionals for averting what he described as a potentially fatal health incident. Speaking to his congregation and followers on social media after the event, Jakes, 67, expressed profound gratitude for divine…

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Pro Football Hall of Famer Randy Moss, widely regarded as one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history, has revealed that he is battling a health issue. During a heartfelt moment on ESPN’s Sunday NFL Countdown, Moss opened up about his situation while addressing his choice to wear glasses during the broadcast. “I just…

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Michael J. Fox is still showcasing his humor and hobbies as he continues to deal with Parkinson’s disease. At the annual gala for the Michael J. Fox Foundation, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s, the actor told People magazine that maintaining his admittedly darker sense of humor can be “hard for me,” adding,…

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Do you still remember how delicious last year’s Thanksgiving turkey was? It turns out that’s not the only thing you’re hanging on to over the last 12 months. A quarter of Americans are still carrying weight they gained during last year’s holiday season, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans revealed that 24…

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Renowned pastor and leader Bishop T.D. Jakes, 67, experienced a medical emergency while delivering a sermon at The Potter’s House in Dallas on Sunday. The service, which was being livestreamed, took an unexpected turn as Jakes appeared to fall silent, dropped his microphone, and began shaking involuntarily in his seat. Before the incident, Jakes was…

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