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New study: Naps may be linked to increased mortality
Research suggests that older adults’ daytime sleep habits may reveal underlying health problems.
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Pregnant women’s blood may reveal children’s risk of asthma
New research examines how conditions during pregnancy may be linked to children’s risk of disease.
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16 ALS cases in small village raise concerns over toxic mushroom
Several cases of illness in a small village have prompted researchers to investigate an unexpected possible cause.
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Doctor accused of exploiting cancer patients with unproven treatments
Controversial treatment raises questions about accountability in the healthcare system.
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New research reveals how to best protect your brain over time
Most people consider brain health to be just as important as physical health, but few know how to...
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New study: Naps may be linked to increased mortality
Research suggests that older adults’ daytime sleep habits may reveal underlying health problems.
Body
Pregnant women’s blood may reveal children’s risk of asthma
New research examines how conditions during pregnancy may be linked to children’s risk of disease.
Body
16 ALS cases in small village raise concerns over toxic mushroom
Several cases of illness in a small village have prompted researchers to investigate an unexpected possible cause.
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Doctor accused of exploiting cancer patients with unproven treatments
Controversial treatment raises questions about accountability in the healthcare system.
Red blood cells are vital – researchers have now identified changes in them among extreme endurance athletes
Extreme endurance training is often seen as a sign of strong physical fitness. However, new research indicates that very long-distance runs may have negative effects on the body.
New research examines whether berries can reduce the risk of dementia
New research has examined whether common berries may influence memory and brain health in people who are overweight.
Test may reveal intestinal inflammation long before symptoms appear
New research suggests that simple tests may help predict when a chronic bowel disease is about to worsen.
Your gut bacteria might affect how well GLP-1 drugs work
Bacteria in the gut may influence how GLP-1 receptor agonists work. This could help explain why patients do not respond equally to the same treatment.
Putin back in public after speculation about his health
The Russian president disappeared from public view for nearly two weeks. He has now returned, but the period without visible activities has sparked debate.
Robotic pets linked to shorter hospital stays for dementia patients
A hospital in the United States has tested an unusual method to help elderly people with dementia.