Fake Botox claims, puberty blocker dangers and more led top Health news this week

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Fox News Digital publishes an array of health pieces all week long to keep you in the know on a range of wellness topics: health care access, innovative surgeries, cancer research, mental health trends and more — plus, personal stories of people and families overcoming great obstacles.

This weekend, check out some of the top stories of the week in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — all to get you prepped for the week ahead.

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These are just a few of what’s new, of course. There are many more to see at http://www.foxnews/health. 

Dive into this selection here.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on Friday that it is investigating reports of “a few botulism-like illnesses” resulting from counterfeit Botox injections in several states. Doctors shared cautionary tales. Click here to get the story.

The first-ever augmented reality (AR) abdominal surgery was performed on March 11 in Santiago, Chile, by Dr. Alberto Rodriguez.

Fox News Digital spoke with the surgeon about how the technology is benefiting patients and medical staff. Click here to get the story.

For some older adults, the retirement years are more blue than golden. 

Experts weighed in on the dangers of isolation and shared tips for preventing seniors’ sadness. Click here to get the story.

Some experts believe lifestyle changes can slow or stop symptoms. 

Amid startling new stats on dementia deaths, a leading expert in Alzheimer’s care shared her unique approach. Click here to get the story.

A phenomenon called “accelerated aging” could be a factor in rising cancer diagnoses among those under 55. 

Doctors and researchers discuss the study and its ramifications. Click here to get the story.

Women with breast cancer who have received chemotherapy could be at an increased risk of developing lung cancer. 

Fox News Digital detailed the new study and shared expert opinions on the potential link. Click here to get the story.

Puberty blockers have been shown to cause long-term fertility problems in boys, according to a preprint study from Mayo Clinic. 

Dr. Marc Siegel of New York, a Fox News medical contributor, and Dr. Brett Osborn, a Florida-based neurosurgeon and longevity expert, offered input on the “disturbing” results. Click here to get the story.

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