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Tick Defence: Prevention in Action
Few creatures are as widely disliked as ticks. Despite their small size, these parasites have a major impact on human and animal health by spreading viruses and bacteria to people,…
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New Analysis in Nature Reviews Microbiology Examines the Impact of Climate Change on Waterborne Diseases
Climate change is reshaping the spread of waterborne diseases worldwide, according to a comprehensive review…
Temperature Perception: How the Body Senses Heat and Cold
New research from the University of Queensland has challenged long-held ideas about how the nervous…
Doctors May Rely on AI Even When Experience Suggests Otherwise
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to help doctors identify which patients are most…
The Hidden Link Between Food and Gene Activity: Scientists Discover a Biological “Pencil”
A new international clinical intervention study published in Clinical Nutrition has uncovered molecular evidence explaining…
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Early Life Adversity Leaves a Lasting Molecular Mark Across the Body
The experiences we face early in life may leave lasting marks on our health, with effects that can echo across…
Strength in Motion: Muscles May Hold the Key to Protecting the Parkinson’s Brain
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that causes both motor and non-motor symptoms and is becoming an increasingly…
Obesity and Ageing May Share Common Biological Pathways
The global rise in obesity alongside rapid population aging has become a major public health concern. Increasing evidence suggests that…
Optimizing Blood Pressure Control: A New Strategy
High blood pressure could be managed more effectively by pairing higher potassium intake with lower sodium consumption, according to a…
For Mind and Body: Community Gathering Places Linked to Better Cognitive Health
Community gathering places, where older adults take part in group activities led by residents, have become an important part of…
Can Eating Less Protein Promote Healthy Ageing?
Protein-fortified foods are now common, appearing in products ranging from breakfast cereals and coffee to protein water. Yet a new…
Financial Instability Associated with Faster Brain Ageing
Persistent financial hardship is associated with faster cognitive decline and poorer brain health in later life, according to a new…
Early-Onset Cancer Rise Associated with Faster Ageing in Younger Generations
Cancer has long been considered a disease associated with ageing, as the risk of developing cancer increases with the accumulation…