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Vitamin D can help prevent dementia, study finds

Dementia is a condition that affects many older adults around the world, causing problems with their thinking and behavior. It's a major health issue, especially...

We followed 14 ‘long haulers’ for 3 months. Here’s what they told us about...

At least 65 million people around the world are estimated to have long COVID, which describes the continuation or development of symptoms at least...

The surprising role of common viruses in Alzheimer’s

Researchers from Tufts University and the University of Oxford have made a fascinating discovery about Alzheimer's disease, a condition that often starts as simple...

Gene-editing treatment could replace cholesterol meds

A recent trial of a novel gene-editing technique that lowered dangerously high cholesterol by up to 55% has generated talk of a new front...

Exercise could prevent advanced cancer, study confirms

Edith Cowan University (ECU) has unveiled groundbreaking research highlighting the significant impact of exercise, even for individuals battling advanced cancer. This study, particularly focused on...

CT scans outperform genetics in predicting heart disease risk

A recent Northwestern Medicine study, published in JAMA, has revealed that CT scans are more effective than genetic testing in predicting the risk of...

Blood pressure drugs can affect brain health, study finds

Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School have made an intriguing discovery, recently published in Science, about the effects of blood pressure medications...

Timing your meals is the key to reducing diabetes risk

A groundbreaking study involving more than 100,000 participants has revealed a surprising link between the timing of meals and the risk of developing type...

Healthy midlife diet may ward off later cognitive decline

A new study led by NYU Grossman School of Medicine suggests that a midlife diet change can play a significant role in preventing memory...

Healthy eating is a key to easing ADHD symptoms in children

A recent study offers encouraging news for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): consuming more fruits and vegetables might help lessen their inattention...