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Predicting Alzheimer’s dementia in oldest of the old
A new study indicates that severity of amyloid deposition in the brain—not just age—may be key…
Q&A: Is it COVID, flu, or allergies? How to protect yourself and loved ones this season
Flu season is here once again. And many questions have formed over the last couple of…
‘Great British Bake Off’ Christmas desserts not as naughty as you may think
Christmas desserts from “The Great British Bake Off” are more likely to use ingredients that are…
Research suggests statins may slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease
Statins could slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, at least for some patients. This is the…
Scientists spread festive cheer as research reveals Christmas dinner can be healthy
In less than a week’s time, families around the country will be sitting down to tuck…
Study finds clinicians rank patient views as least important in diagnosis
Experts today call for more value to be given to patients’ “lived experiences” as a study…
Changes in biochemical, hematological parameters seen before IBD diagnosis
Changes in multiple biochemical and hematological parameters occur up to eight years before diagnosis of Crohn…
Progress toward eliminating child marriage in India has stalled, says study
Child marriage has declined in India—but across the country, one in five girls and nearly one…
Risk of death decreases after COVID-19 vaccine but protection wanes after six months, finds study
The risk of death from COVID-19 decreases significantly after vaccination but this protection diminishes after six…
Decline in smoking in England has stalled since pandemic
A decades-long decline in smoking prevalence in England has nearly ground to a halt since the…
Patients can interrupt immune-suppressing medicines to boost immunity provided by COVID-19 booster, finds study
A major clinical trial, led by experts at the University of Nottingham, has shown that people…
Managing medication for loved ones
Some older people struggle with remembering to take their medications or organizing them effectively. Adult children,…
Cell therapy appears safe and effective for lymphoma in remission
A study led by researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller…
Wasabi shows memory-boosting powers in study
Wasabi, that green condiment that spices up your sushi, may possess memory-boosting powers, a new Japanese…
US approves sickle cell breakthrough with gene editing therapy
The United States on Friday approved a breakthrough medicine that uses revolutionary gene editing tool CRISPR…
Research finds peer support vital for those taking medication for severe mental illness
Researchers at Aston Pharmacy School have found that people with severe mental illness could benefit from…
World-first human trial finds arthritis drug can suppress progression of type 1 diabetes
Researchers at St Vincent’s Institute of Medical Research (SVI) in Melbourne have shown that a commonly…
State abortion access key factor in future US doctors’ training (residency) choices, finds study
State access to abortion is a key factor in choosing where to apply for residency (training)…
A farsighted approach to tackle nearsightedness
Modern living may be contributing to an epidemic of nearsighted vision and related blindness. By 2050,…
Investigating needle-free ultrasound vaccine delivery
An estimated quarter of adults and two-thirds of children have strong fears around needles, according to…
Impacts of gestational weight gain seen 50+ years later
Gestational weight gain might have implications that extend beyond the pregnancy window to long-term health, according…
Vitamin D supplements do not prevent bone fractures in children, finds study
A major clinical trial led by Queen Mary University of London and the Harvard T.H. Chan…
Eating beans found to improve gut health, regulate immune and inflammatory processes in colorectal cancer survivors
Incorporating navy beans into the diet of colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors has the potential to positively…
Social media use linked to risky health behaviors in young people
Social media use is associated with risky health behaviors in young people, including increased alcohol, drug…
Research finds increase in the number of people identifying as transgender in the UK
The number of people identifying as transgender in their GP records in the UK has increased…
No ‘smoking gun’ mental health harm from internet: Study
Links between internet adoption and psychological well-being are small at most, despite popular assumptions about the…
China says a surge in respiratory illnesses is caused by flu and other known pathogens
A surge in respiratory illnesses across China that has drawn the attention of the World Health…
WHO sounds alarm on mpox cases in DR Congo
The World Health Organization on Saturday reported 12,569 mpox cases and 581 related deaths in the…
Report: 2020 to 2021 saw rise in total number, rate, ratio of abortions
From 2020 to 2021, there were increases in the total number, rate, and ratio of reported…