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Date: 2024/11/14 - 16:00

Cholesterol fluctuations may be a tell-tale sign of dementia

Unexplained fluctuations in cholesterol levels have been linked to dementia and cognitive decline in a recent study.

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Date: 2024/11/14 - 14:00

People with kidney disease, diabetes may develop heart disease 28 years earlier

People with chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, or both of these conditions may have a higher cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk 8 to 28 years earlier than those without these conditions, a new study finds.

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Date: 2024/11/14 - 04:00

Americans Began Drinking More During the Pandemic, and They Haven’t Stopped

New research shows that heavy alcohol use among adults in the U.S. has persisted beyond the pandemic. In 2022, heavy alcohol use rose by 20%, particularly among adults in their 40s.

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Date: 2024/11/14 - 02:31

Vitamin D supplements may lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity

Vitamin D supplementation may help manage hypertension, particularly in older adults with overweight or obesity, a new study suggests.

Date: 2024/11/13 - 20:00

Ultra-processed foods may accelerate biological aging

People who consume a lot of ultra-processed foods experience faster rates of biological aging, a recent study has found.

Date: 2024/11/13 - 02:32

Vitamin D Supplements Lower Blood Pressure in Older Adults with Obesity, Study Finds

New research finds that taking a daily vitamin D supplement may help lower blood pressure, especially for older adults with obesity. Here's why.

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Date: 2024/11/12 - 21:31

Gut bacteria may influence our stress response, a mouse study shows

The types of bacteria present in the gut could influence an individual's stress response over time, according to the findings of a recent study in mice.

Date: 2024/11/12 - 19:00

Researchers uncover new role of mutant proteins in some of the deadliest cancers

Findings could point to new ways to treat RAS-driven cancers.

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Date: 2024/11/12 - 16:31

5 things everyone should know about menopause

In this episode of In Conversation, we look at some of the most important information everyone should have about perimenopause and menopause with our special guest, Dr. Kate Clancy, from the University of Illinois.

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Date: 2024/11/12 - 15:32

5 Changes to Medicare in 2025 Will Affect Part D Coverage, Drug Costs

Some major changes to Medicare Plan D in 2025 include an annual $2,000 out-of-pocket cap on drugs spending and a payment plan that allows enrollees to pay for their drugs in capped monthly installments.