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Female medical professional wearing mask in hospital

Date: 2025/03/28 - 18:32

WHO Warns of Rising Tuberculosis Cases Amid Cuts to Funding From US

The WHO reports that tuberculosis cases in children are rising globally. Experts say a rise in TB cases in Europe could mean a future increase in cases in the United States.

A collage featuring two older adults, one holding their stomach to depict IBD pain, and the other Parkinson's.

Date: 2025/03/28 - 12:00

People with Parkinson’s or IBD may be deficient in similar types of good bacteria

People with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or Parkinson’s disease have depletions in similar types of beneficial bacteria, which could help explain the link between both conditions, a new microbiome study has found.

A pack showcasing 10 single dose vials of the mumps, measles, and rubella vaccine

Date: 2025/03/27 - 18:00

Expert Q&A: What are the long-term effects of measles in kids and adults?

Although measles is seen as a contagious viral disease that passes quickly, it can also cause damage that leaves long-term health effects. A measles infection can lead to a phenomenon called 'immune amnesia,' which affects the body's ability to fight off other infections.

Date: 2025/03/26 - 14:00

Certain type of statins may help decrease liver cancer risk

People who used lipophilic (fat-soluble) statins like atorvastatin and simvastatin had the greatest outcomes and significantly reduced risk for liver cancer, according to a new study.

three carrots. two onions, and a bowl of spinach leaves on a table

Date: 2025/03/24 - 21:00

Diets filled with nutrient-dense plant foods tied to lower IBD risk

A plant-based diet made up of mainly nutrient-dense plant foods, or an equally healthy omnivorous diet may help reduce the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

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Date: 2025/03/24 - 16:00

How could dietary choices lower the risk of tinnitus?

Increasing fruit, fiber, dairy products, and caffeine consumption could help reduce their tinnitus risk, according to a new study.

An older adult sits at the table with a glass of kefir in their hands next to an open bottle

Date: 2025/03/23 - 14:00

Could the probiotic kefir help fight Alzheimer’s disease?

The probiotic-rich drink kefir may be a potential complementary treatment for Alzheimer’s disease by helping improve cognitive functioning and memory, anew review suggests.

Two twins exercising with a resistance band pulling it in the opposite direction

Date: 2025/03/21 - 20:31

Can exercising help you live longer? Twin study says it may be complicated

Higher and more intense levels of physical activity may not benefit life span as much as previously thought, a new study in twins finds, highlighting multiple factors that play a role in longevity.

Date: 2025/03/21 - 20:00

NIH researchers develop eye drops that slow vision loss in animals

Treatment shows potential to slow the progression of human degenerative eye diseases, including retinitis pigmentosa.

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Date: 2025/03/20 - 21:31

Anti-amyloid drug may help reduce the risk of early-onset Alzheimer's by 50%

An early Alzheimer's treatment that removes amyloid plaques from the brain many years before symptoms arise may help delay the onset of dementia, a clinical trial suggests.