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Scientists find link between body inflammation and dementia risk

Dementia is a brain-related disease that affects millions of people globally. People with dementia experience memory loss, difficulties with thinking and problem-solving, and may find...

Know the risks from ticks this summer

Dr. David Ingram’s young children love to play outdoors. So, he’s become the tick police, vigilantly checking for any parasitic arthropod crawling on them. He’s no...

Research shows strong link between personal trauma and diabetes

In a new research project, scientists have discovered something alarming. People who go through personal violence or child abuse are more likely to get diabetes...

Is venting good for your health?

Venting – the release of negative, pent-up emotions – can feel good. But is it actually good for you? Or does it do more harm...

AI tool could predict risk of heart disease and dementia

There is something called abdominal aortic calcification (AAC), which is a buildup of calcium in the walls of the abdominal aorta. The abdominal aorta is...

Millions across the world live with low back pain, but addressing major risk factors...

Low back pain is the leading cause of disability in the world, with over 600 million people living with the condition. This is one of...

Third Alzheimer’s drug expected to advance treatment but further research needed

With the anticipation of a third Alzheimer's drug, donanemab, likely to be approved by the FDA, advancements are being made in treating the early...

Why we lose fat and muscle during infection

Salk Institute researchers have discovered that muscle wasting, a common symptom of infections, could play a role in battling diseases. The study, conducted by Professor...

Intermittent fasting may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes, study suggests

Type 2 diabetes, a health condition where the body can't effectively utilize insulin, affects approximately 1.3 million Australians. With no known cure, prevention is...

Crohn’s disease has no cure, but new treatments bring hope

Anyone newly diagnosed with Crohn’s disease likely has a lot of questions – and probably some anxiety – about having a chronic ailment for...