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Blood pressure after 60: Why “120/80” might not be the right target anymore

Experts say that after age 60, aiming for the classic 120/80 blood pressure reading may not be ideal — stability matters more than perfection.

Adenovirus is circulating again and cannot be treated

This virus is often overlooked, even though the vast majority of people are infected early in life.

Depressive symptoms may increase dementia risk by up to 50 percent

Six symptoms in midlife may have a greater impact on dementia risk than previously thought.

New research reveals that fillers can damage blood vessels in the face

Doctors are increasingly warning that cosmetic fillers in the face may be riskier than many people realize.

Ultra-processed foods linked to increased risk of developing Crohn’s disease

New research highlights how ultra-processed foods may be associated with chronic inflammatory bowel diseases.

Blood pressure after 60: Why “120/80” might not be the right target anymore

Experts say that after age 60, aiming for the classic 120/80 blood pressure reading may not be ideal — stability matters more than perfection.

Adenovirus is circulating again and cannot be treated

This virus is often overlooked, even though the vast majority of people are infected early in life.

Depressive symptoms may increase dementia risk by up to 50 percent

Six symptoms in midlife may have a greater impact on dementia risk than previously thought.

New research reveals that fillers can damage blood vessels in the face

Doctors are increasingly warning that cosmetic fillers in the face may be riskier than many people realize.

Cereal may not be as nutritious as it appears, studies find

Many count on cereal for a quick and healthy start to the day. But research suggests that what’s in the box may not match the healthy image on the front.

Sleep may be more important than diet and exercise for a long life, new research shows

Diet and exercise feature prominently in debates about longevity. However, new research suggests that sleep may play a far greater role.

Research reveals that hearing loss can increase the risk of dementia

New research shows that a widespread health issue may play a far greater role in dementia than many people realize.

Study points to differences in bone health among tea and coffee drinkers

New research has examined whether coffee and tea affect bone health in older women.

New experiment: Low-calorie diet slows brain aging in monkeys

A long-term study of monkeys’ diets is providing new insight into how the brain ages.

New research: GLP-1 medications linked to a lower risk of epilepsy

GLP-1 medications have been examined for a possible additional effect in patients with type 2 diabetes.