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Why seeing the same doctor could save your life

Seeing the same GP each time has its advantages, and it is more important than it may seem. A milestone review examining 1.4 million patients...

Women face higher risk of long COVID, study finds

A recent study has revealed that women have a significantly higher risk of developing long COVID compared to men, with women aged 40 to...

Xenon gas is a novel approach to Alzheimer’s treatment

A groundbreaking study by researchers from Mass General Brigham and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has identified Xenon gas inhalation as...

The best diets for older people with diabetes

Managing diabetes becomes even more important as we age. For seniors, a healthy diet can make a big difference in controlling blood sugar, maintaining energy...

What causes fatty liver disease?

Fatty liver disease happens when too much fat builds up in the liver. It’s one of the most common liver problems in the world,...

What can you do to lower your dementia risk?

Studies predicting growing cases of dementia have been in the news lately. UVA Today recently brought you the results of a University of Virginia study that found...

Why heart patients have trouble sticking to a healthy diet, and 3 things that...

Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of death worldwide, and managing it effectively requires more than just medical intervention: what you eat plays a...

Why keeping blood sugar in check matters after 50

As we age, taking care of our health becomes even more important, and one critical area to pay attention to is blood sugar levels....

What you need to know and do about mini-strokes

A mini-stroke, or transient ischemic attack (TIA), is a serious warning sign that should never be ignored. It happens when blood flow to a...

A new drug offers hope for reversing vision loss

Scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have discovered a drug candidate, LL-341070, that could help repair brain damage and potentially restore...