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A collage of a person playing chess and a person running on a treadmill, both habits that could help reduce the risk of dementia.

Date: 2024/12/05 - 15:31

Study identifies 11 strong predictors for dementia that may aid early diagnosis

A new report has identified several factors that can strongly predict at age 60 if people will develop dementia by 80, including having diabetes, not exercising, having a stroke, and not engaging in hobbies.

Date: 2024/12/05 - 02:30

Abnormal prenatal blood test results could indicate hidden maternal cancers

NIH study finds some abnormal results due to colorectal, breast, lung and pancreatic cancers.

black and white photo of injection vials

Date: 2024/12/03 - 19:31

Lenacapavir injection lowers HIV risk by 96%

Lenacapavir, an antiretroviral drug typically used to treat HIV infections, can also effectively prevent them, a phase 3 clinical trial has shown.

Date: 2024/12/03 - 02:32

Eating More Plant Than Animal Protein May Cut Your Heart Disease Risk

Regularly eating more plant-based than animal protein may significantly lower your cardiovascular and coronary heart disease risk.

Date: 2024/11/28 - 02:00

Lizzo Says These 3 Healthy Habits Helped Her Lose 60 Pounds

Music star Lizzo credits three healthy habits with helping her lose over 60 pounds without taking a GLP-1 drug like Ozempic.

Date: 2024/11/27 - 20:00

Newer epilepsy medications used during pregnancy do not affect neurological development in children

NIH-funded study provides clarity on safety of two common antiseizure drugs lamotrigine and levetiracetam.

person's hands reaching for green-colored weight on gym floor

Date: 2024/11/27 - 15:00

How to preserve muscle mass on weight-loss drugs like Wegovy

There is some debate as to whether GLP-1 agonist drugs like Wegovy can lead to unhealthy muscle mass loss in addition to general weight loss. Is this a real concern, and if so, how can a person maintain their muscle mass on GLP-1 drugs?

Date: 2024/11/23 - 14:32

She Lived with These Parkinson’s Symptoms for Over a Decade Before Diagnosis

Veronica Brown lived with chronic fatigue, depression, and anxiety for over 10 years before she learned they were early signs of Parkinson's disease. Here's how she found relief after diagnosis.

white man in blue hoodie, red trousers, and black backpack walking against backdrop of red-leaved hedge

Date: 2024/11/23 - 11:31

Daily walk may prolong lifespan

Every additional hour of walking per day could add up to 6 hours to a person's life, a recent study suggests, emphasizing the importance of staying active.

Date: 2024/11/23 - 01:32

The Pros and Cons of TikTok’s Viral ‘Winter Arc’ Challenge: What to Know

TikTok's ‘Winter Arc’ challenge urges people to prioritize their health with 10 daily activities for 90 days. Health experts highlight the potential benefits and risks to consider before trying this wellness trend.