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New treatment may restore brain blood flow in dementia
Faulty brain blood flow may drive dementia, but restoring a key lipid could reverse the damage, a new study reveals.
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Aging Hearts Gain Protection from Newly Discovered Brain Signal
The vagus nerve, a powerful yet overlooked player, emerges as a surprising guardian of heart health, unveiling new possibilities for cardiovascular well-being.
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Dialysis patients see major heart health boost with simple supplement
Dialysis patients found heart and vascular health dramatically improved with fish oil supplements, a landmark global study reveals.
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Researchers discover new brain cell function that could improve spinal cord injury recovery
Lesion-Remote Astrocytes and Immune Signaling Cedars-Sinai researchers have identified a biological repair process that may eventually contribute to new treatments for spinal cord injuries, stroke, and neurological diseases such as multiple scle...
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Older Adults Recover Better from Spinal Cord Injuries
Older adults bounce back from spinal cord injuries just as well as younger patients, but struggle to regain walking and daily independence.
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Researchers Discover Brain Molecule Linked to Vascular Dementia
A missing brain lipid's restoration may calm overactive blood vessels and revive healthy blood flow, unveiling a new path to treat dementia.
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There's a reason why some people are perfect at copying accents and others just can't
Have you ever had that friend who goes on vacation to London for four days and comes back with a full-on posh Queen's English accent? "Oooh, I left my brolly in the loo," they say, and you respond, "But you're from Colorado!" Well, there are reasons ...
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6 surprising signs of loneliness women often miss (and how to reconnect)
On the outside, things may seem fine. Work is demanding but fulfilling. Family life is busy. The calendar's full. Yet, something feels a little flat, quiet, or even heavy. For many women, this is what loneliness actually looks like. It's not dramati...
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Hot, humid weather during pregnancy is more dangerous than heat alone
Hot, humid conditions during pregnancy undermine child health much more than heat alone, according to new research. The dangers of heat and humidity are well known, but the impacts can extend further than even scientists and doctors realized. In a p...
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Michael Bolton Opens Up About Cancer Two Years After Shocking Diagnosis
Michael Bolton's incomparable voice and killer love songs helped make him one of the biggest-selling soft rock artists of all time. He toured the world and played to sold-out crowds for decades. But life changed in a blink for Michael when he receive...
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32-year-old woman who survived four brain surgeries reveals how she found true happiness
McKinnon Galloway is a health advocate and public speaker raising awareness about neurofibromatosis (NF2), a genetic disorder causing tumors to grow on nerves. In an Instagram post, she recounts her experience navigating cancer, surgeries, and other ...
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Neurons aren’t supposed to regrow but these ones brought back vision
Neurons Regrow to Restore Vision After Injury For decades, neuroscientists believed that neurons do not regenerate once damaged. However, people often regain at least some lost abilities after brain trauma, raising the question of how recovery ha...
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Diarrhea slowed down Roman soldiers
The soldiers guarding the Roman Empire's northwestern frontier faced a serious parasite problem. Scientists analyzing sewer drains from the Roman fort Vindolanda (near Hadrian's Wall in northern England) found three types of intestinal parasites - ro...
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This simple 15-minute mindset exercise can ease anxiety, science shows
A growing body of research is revealing how a short, simple activity that is done in just 15 minutes can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and promote long-term emotional well-being. The practice, called the Best Possible Self exercise, invites people t...
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This Popular Supplement May Help Inhibit Colorectal Cancer Development
Genetics Determine Who Benefits Most Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have shown in a precision-focused clinical trial that taking a magnesium supplement can increase certain gut bacteria in people. These bacteria are known to ...
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Home for Christmas: Baby treated with world-first CRISPR therapy takes first steps
A year ago, doctors did not know if KJ Muldoon would survive infancy. Today, he is learning to walk at home with his family. His first steps follow a medical first that changed the course of his life. Earlier this year, physicians at the Children's ...
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Go ahead and swear—it’s good for your health
Go Ahead and Swear—It's Good for Your Health Yelling a properly timed swear word isn't only emotionally satisfying—it may have real physical and psychological benefits. In fact, a well-voiced expletive might even help take you to the next level d...
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Has flu peaked? What the figures tell us
The NHS remains on high alert over flu, but there are clear signs the surge in the virus has come to an end for now at least. Community spread appears to have stabilized, and the rise in hospital cases has slowed. Flu Season Starts Earlier The ...
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New Pill Could Finally Treat Sleep Apnea Without a Mask
A European clinical trial has found that the drug sulthiame can reduce breathing pauses and improve sleep quality in people with obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers from the University of Gothenburg played a key role in the work, which suggests a po...
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This Experimental Pill Targets Alzheimer’s Before Symptoms Appear
This Experimental Pill Targets Alzheimer's Before Symptoms Appear A new experimental drug from Northwestern University is showing added potential as an early treatment approach for Alzheimer's disease. In a new study, researchers at Northwestern...
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3 organization hacks for Type B brains that actually work
Scroll through any productivity blog or time-management book, and you'll find a familiar formula: rigid routines, detailed planners, and the unspoken assumption that success comes from consistency and control. These methods often work well... for Typ...
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New “Molecular Glue” Gel Could Help Treat Permanent Voice Loss
New "Molecular Glue" Gel Could Help Treat Permanent Voice Loss Researchers at McGill University have developed a new hydrogel that could one day help repair damaged vocal cords. Early results suggest the material may offer a longer-lasting treatm...
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Brie, cheddar, and other high-fat cheeses linked to lower dementia risk
New research suggests that eating more high-fat cheese and cream could be linked to a lower risk of developing dementia. The study, published in the medical journal Neurology, found an association between consuming high-fat dairy products and a red...
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FDA drug trials are leaving out a lot of Americans
A new study finds that just 6% of clinical trials used to approve new drugs in the US reflect the country's racial and ethnic makeup. The research shows an increasing trend of trials underrepresenting Black and Hispanic individuals. The findings arr...
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Vision board ideas for adults: how to create one that inspires real change | The Optimist Daily
Vision Board Ideas for Adults: How to Create One That Inspires Real Change A vision board might look like a crafty throwback to childhood afternoons spent collaging. But don't write it off now that you're adulting. This practice is far more than ...
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Scientists Discover Better Way To Screen for Breast Cancer
Personalized Breast Cancer Screening Improves Detection and Reduces Unnecessary Testing A new study suggests that tailoring breast cancer screening to a person's individual risk may be more effective than relying on routine annual mammograms for ...
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Born with cleft lip and palate, Shriners Children’s gave Chloe something to smile about.
Born with Cleft Lip and Palate, Shriners Children's Gave Chloe Something to Smile About At first glance, you'll see Chloe brimming with enthusiasm: she loves piano, art class, and Sour Patch Kids. But behind her bright smile is a deeper story — o...
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MIT-Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub convenes leaders to advance pediatric health
The Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub brings together clinicians, researchers, and industry to bridge the gap between discovery and care. The Hub welcomed nearly 200 leaders at Boston's Museum of Science for MIT-Hood Pediatric Innovation 2025, an event ...
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8 fermented foods that your gut will love (and that taste great, too!)
Fermented foods have been a dietary staple in many cultures for centuries, but in the U.S., they're only recently starting to get the attention they deserve. From sauerkraut in Germany to kimchi in Korea, many traditional cuisines have long leaned on...
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The Divided Mind by Edward Bullmore review – do we now know what causes schizophrenia?
In 1973, psychologist David Rosenhan conducted a bold experiment where he arranged for eight "pseudo-patients" to attend psychiatric institutions, complaining of hearing voices. All were admitted and diagnosed with schizophrenia or manic-depressive p...
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New study reveals how kimchi boosts the immune system
Growing seasonal concern about overlapping respiratory illnesses such as the common cold and influenza has increased interest in ways to support immune health. New clinical research now suggests that kimchi, a traditional Korean fermented food, can h...
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Woman shares her therapist's life-changing mental health advice: 'Run the dishwasher twice'
Woman Shares Therapist's Life-Changing Mental Health Advice: 'Run the Dishwasher Twice' "Run the dishwasher twice" might sound like strange mental health advice, but a viral post is proving it can be quite helpful. Danielle Wunker, a Licensed Pro...
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Four Ways for Parents to Manage Their Emotions
When toddlers melt down and teens snap back, it's natural for parents to have strong emotions. Some feel overwhelmed or out of control, while others try to push their feelings away. However, managing emotions is crucial, as how parents handle their o...
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Is a Vegan Diet Safe for Kids? Largest Ever Study Weighs Benefits Against Risks
A review of research to date finds that vegan and vegetarian diets can support healthy growth in children, but may pose a risk of nutrient deficiencies if key nutrients are not adequately obtained. A major new meta-analysis finds that vegetarian...
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AI learns to decode the diseases written in your DNA
Scientists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have created a new artificial intelligence system that can do more than flag harmful genetic mutations. The tool, called V2P (Variant to Phenotype), can also forecast the types of diseases tho...
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What AI Learned From Cancer Slides Shocked Researchers
AI can spot cancer—but it can also spot who you are, and that turns out to matter. - A new study finds that artificial intelligence systems used to diagnose cancer from pathology slides do not perform equally for all patients, with accuracy vary...
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Dentists to prioritise urgent care and save some patients more than £200 under plans
Dentists to Prioritize Urgent Care and Save Patients Money People needing urgent dental treatment and patients requiring complex care will be prioritized under government plans to improve access to NHS dentists in England. The proposals could mea...
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Psychiatric Disorders Share Far More DNA Than Scientists Realized
Mining millions of genomes for shared risk An international team of scientists is offering new insight into why people are so often affected by more than one psychiatric condition. In a study published on December 10 in the journal Nature, the...
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Neuroscientists reveal simple, 8-second trick that helps you like people more
Neuroscientists Reveal Simple Trick to Like People More There are people in life we may not like, but it's in our best interest to enjoy their company. This could be a difficult relative, a frustrating coworker, or the parents of our child's frie...
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Our Favorite Parenting Books of 2025
Parents and people who support parents and families recognize that while parenting has its highs, stress among parents is also ubiquitous. They are seeking ideas and tips to help parents navigate the lows, and strategies for nurturing their well-bein...
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