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Date: 2025/01/06 - 13:32

How This Married Couple Lost 118 Pounds Together Without Medication

After years of feeling unwell and overweight, Richard and Jill Wendt decided to embark on a weight loss journey together and have dropped roughly 60 pounds each to date.

Date: 2025/01/03 - 23:00

In-ear microphones could help doctors 'listen' for early signs of Alzheimer's

Scientists are exploring using earpiece microphones, also known as hearables, to detect and 'listen' to early signs of Alzheimer’s as a noninvasive test.

A collage of the optic nerve in the human eye and a pack of Ozempic, used to treat diabetes.

Date: 2025/01/02 - 16:31

Danish studies find higher risk of optic nerve damage with Ozempic

Two new studies suggest that the diabetes medication Ozempic may double the risk of a rare but serious condition that damages the optic nerve.

Blister packs of antibiotics stacked on top of each other

Date: 2024/12/31 - 15:31

Antibiotic use does not increase dementia risk, study suggests

Antibiotic use was not associated with an increased risk of cognitive impairment and dementia in healthy older adults, according to a recent study.

Date: 2024/12/30 - 21:30

Behavioral intervention decreases how much pain affects daily activities in people with dialysis-dependent kidney failure

NIH-funded study shows benefits of pain coping skills training in population with limited pain treatment options.

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Date: 2024/12/30 - 17:00

Insufficient sleep and high blood pressure may raise risk of brain aging

People with high blood pressure who slept for shorter durations were more likely to show poor cognitive function and increased levels of markers of brain aging and injury, a new study has found.

A person sleeping on a bed wrapped up in a duvet and hugging a pillow with their eyes closed

Date: 2024/12/29 - 19:31

Why getting more deep sleep may help improve memory

A new study offers an explanation as to how deep sleep — also known as slow wave sleep — helps support the formation of memories in the brain, which could help with preventing dementia.

A bowl of kale salad with boiled eggs, nuts, and avocado on a white background

Date: 2024/12/28 - 17:00

Low carb diet may improve cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes

Replacing a portion of carbohydrates with protein and fat may help improve cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes, a new study indicates.

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Date: 2024/12/26 - 14:00

Vitamin D may not prevent fractures or falls in older adults, experts warn

Vitamin D supplements may have no bearing on the severity of injuries from falls in postmenopausal women and older men, according to a new draft recommendation.

Date: 2024/12/20 - 18:00

Large meals after 5 pm could contribute to type 2 diabetes risk

Consuming more than 45% of daily calories after 5 p.m. can contribute to greater risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular problems, and chronic inflammation, a recent study suggests.