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An older woman stretching her arms above her head outside

Date: 2025/05/07 - 00:31

Can even light exercise help slow cognitive decline?

Two new studies on dementia have found that both low and moderate-high intensity exercise can help slow cognitive decline and memory loss in people at risk of Alzheimer's.

older man and younger man smiling at each other in a forest

Date: 2025/05/07 - 00:31

Can doctors predict your Alzheimer’s risk in your 20s?

Some risk factors and blood biomarkers related to Alzheimer's disease and cognitive impairment can be detected as early as age 24, according to a recent study.

middle-aged white man undergoing strength training at the gym

Date: 2025/05/07 - 00:31

Can lifestyle changes prevent most sudden cardiac arrests?

For the first time, researchers have identified a list of 56 modifiable factors linked to the risk of sudden cardiac arrest.

Date: 2025/05/07 - 00:31

Walking the dog, taking the stairs could help protect your heart

As little as 3 minutes of moderate incidental physical activity could potentially lower a person's risk for cardiovascular diseases and death, according to a new study.

An older adult mountain biking in a forest, going down a hilly part

Date: 2025/05/07 - 00:31

Could being more active in middle age help prevent Alzheimer's disease?

Researchers have found that increasing physical activity levels around ages 45 to 65 may be linked to lower levels of beta-amyloid, which is a known biomarker for Alzheimer's disease.

Date: 2025/05/05 - 23:00

Wegovy Reduced Inflammation, Scarring in People with Serious Liver Disease

Wegovy (semaglutide) could offer a new option to treat severe liver disease based on new clinical trial evidence. The GLP-1 drug resolved liver inflammation in nearly two-thirds of participants, twice the rate seen with placebo.

Date: 2025/05/01 - 21:00

Many genes in male and female placentas expressed differently

NIH findings may lead to insights on pregnancy complications, adult health.

Date: 2025/05/01 - 00:32

Measles Could Return to Endemic Status in U.S. If Vaccination Rates Remain Low

New research projects that if vaccination rates continue to fall, there will be 11 million to upwards of 51 million new measles cases in the U.S. in the next 25 years. Infectious disease experts remain concerned about the long-term impacts of vaccine hesitancy.

Male doctor explaining test results to male patient

Date: 2025/04/22 - 22:00

Colorectal Cancer Rising In Young People: 6 Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Real stories of young adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer highlight ongoing concern over increasing cases in adults under 50. Experts urge younger adults to get screened for this type of cancer, especially if they have symptoms or a family history of the disease.

Date: 2025/04/21 - 23:32

CDC Panel Reviews Vaccine Guidelines Under RFK Jr.: Key Changes to Know

Under direction of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the CDC is considering changes to its recommendations on vaccines for COVID-19, RSV, HPV, and other infectious diseases. Experts say some changes may be warranted, but they note that robust vaccination campaigns are still necessary.