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Nearly half of dementia cases may be linked to risks you can change
Researchers tracking brain health over decades discovered that nearly half of vascular dementia cases stem from modifiable risk factors including smok…
A drug already used for osteoporosis blocked spinal damage in a new study
Researchers have identified a potential new use for an existing osteoporosis drug in treating degenerative disc disease, a common cause of back pain. …
Major study challenges long-held fears about acetaminophen and ibuprofen use in babies
A large prospective study tracking nearly 4,000 infants found no evidence that acetaminophen or ibuprofen increases the risk of eczema or bronchioliti…
Dirty air may trigger painful rheumatoid arthritis flares
Exposure to air pollution particles triggers rheumatoid arthritis flares and worsens disease activity, according to new research linking fine particul…
THC medication made PTSD nightmares disappear for more than a third of patients
A prescription cannabinoid reduced trauma-related nightmares in patients with PTSD, with over one-third experiencing complete symptom resolution withi…
Three factors in midlife can delay the onset of dementia by 13 years
Researchers tracking 12,000 American adults found that three specific midlife interventions can delay dementia onset by up to 13 years. The study iden…
Swallowing faecal capsules reduces peanut allergy in six adults
Researchers in a small clinical trial found that swallowing capsules containing stool from allergy-free donors reduced peanut allergies in six adults …
Why sitting under a parasol is barely cooler than being in the sun
Researchers investigating thermal comfort at beaches discovered that sitting under a parasol provides only minimal cooling compared to direct sun expo…
2 people die of Cyclospora infection in Michigan
Two Michigan residents have died from Cyclospora infections, according to the state health department. The parasitic infection, transmitted through co…
Scientists uncover big clue as to how Antarctica's mysterious Blood Falls came to be
Researchers have identified a potential origin for Blood Falls, the striking crimson waterfall that flows from the Taylor Glacier in East Antarctica. …
'Poop pills' may ease insomnia by reprogramming the gut microbiome, early study hints
Researchers exploring fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) have found that reprogramming the gut microbiome may reduce wakefulness in people with insomn…
Aspen trees provide a natural buffer against wildfires, even as fire season intensifies, study shows
Researchers have found that aspen tree stands create natural firebreaks that slow and reduce wildfire intensity, offering communities a practical defe…
This once-a-week workout may help cut belly fat, study shows
Researchers have discovered that adults with excess abdominal fat can reduce belly fat and improve cardiovascular health with just 75 minutes of brisk…
Rideshare launches boost regional GDP and flexible jobs, study finds
Researchers have quantified ride-hailing's economic footprint across American cities, finding that services like Uber and Lyft generate measurable boo…
How one amino acid might help fight colon cancer and infections
Researchers have discovered that dietary arginine, an amino acid found in foods like nuts, seeds, and poultry, reduces both tumor formation and viral …
Eating one avocado a day may lower heart disease risk
Researchers found that consuming one avocado daily reduces cardiovascular risk markers in obese adults. The study tracked participants over six months…
Alzheimer's blood tests are transforming how patients get diagnosed — here's what to know
Blood tests for Alzheimer's disease are entering clinical practice and reshaping how doctors diagnose the condition before symptoms appear. Researcher…
Learning to better understand bone-like minerals
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a method to better understand and stabilize hydroxyapatite, the calcium phosphate…
Scientists find a simple way to stop cavities without drilling
Researchers have identified a noninvasive cavity treatment that eliminates the need for drilling, anesthesia, or sedation in young patients. Silver di…
Daily multivitamin may help older adults stay independent
A new study suggests that daily multivitamins may help older adults maintain the physical function needed for independent living. Researchers tracked …