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Viagra and shingles vaccine show promise in Alzheimer’s research

Researchers are turning to familiar medicines, including Viagra and a shingles vaccine, in a bid to accelerate progress against Alzheimer’s disease.

You don’t need the gym to stay healthy, experts say

Many people believe that good health requires intense workouts, but according to experts, ordinary daily activities can have a significant impact.

Declining birth rates may affect the risk of ovarian cancer

A large study from South Korea suggests that changes in women’s childbirth patterns may influence the risk of ovarian cancer.

New study finds short afternoon nap may improve learning

New research suggests that a short nap in the middle of the day can enhance the ability to learn.

Study finds four key risk factors present in most first heart attacks

New international research suggests that first heart attacks and strokes are rarely sudden, but often the result of long-standing, detectable risk factors.

These diets are linked to longer life, major study finds

A large British study suggests that what we eat may be linked to how long we live.