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Modest Improvements in Sleep, Nutrition, and Physical Activity Could Help Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke

New research suggests that making small improvements to sleep, diet, and physical activity—when done together—can…

Older Adults Who Cook Weekly May See a 30% Drop in Dementia Risk

Preparing a home-cooked meal at least once a week may reduce older adults’ risk of…

Newly Developed Mandarin Toolkit Helps Spot Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

Asian Americans represent the fastest-growing segment of older adults in the United States, yet many…

Lingering Effects: How Early Substance Use Leaves Its Mark on the Brain

Young adults who frequently use substances may face lasting consequences for memory later in life,…

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Adaptive immunity in Alzheimer’s disease spotlighted by Chinese Medical Journal Review

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains one of the most pressing health challenges of our time, affecting more than 55 million people…

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Growing Public Support for Enhanced Protections for Older Adults

Support for Social Security remains high in the United States. As the population grows older, more Americans believe the government…

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The Lancet Public Health: New Study Finds 7,000 Daily Steps May Lower Risk of Chronic Illness, Dementia, and Premature Death

A significant new study encompassing data from over 160,000 adults has found that walking roughly 7,000 steps each day is…

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Modest Increases in Walking Pace Linked to Significant Improvements in Endurance and Aerobic Fitness Among Older Adults

Frailty is a common condition in older adults that makes them more vulnerable to stress and increases the risk of…

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Research reveals strong social infrastructure fosters healthier, more resilient communities

Despite the vast sums of money the United States invests in health care annually, the nation’s health outcomes have been…

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Major Cancers More Prevalent in Economically Disadvantaged Japanese Communities, 16-Year Study Finds

A comprehensive analysis of sixteen years of data on Japanese adults has revealed that five common cancers—lung, stomach, colorectal, liver,…

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Heart Health at Risk from Air Pollution Exposure

A groundbreaking study published today in Radiology, the journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), has revealed that…

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Workout-triggered protein restores strength to ageing muscles and bones

The adage “Exercise is good for your health” is widely accepted, yet few people can explain with precision the biological…

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