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Frailty and depression together may substantially increase dementia risk in later life
Concurrent physical frailty and depression are likely to markedly increase the risk of dementia in older people, with the interaction between these two factors alone accounting for around 17% of…
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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…
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…
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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UK Heatwaves Highlight Growing Risks for Older and Vulnerable Adults
Older adults, care home residents, and people living in poor-quality housing are facing increasing risks from extreme heat, according to…
The Role of Heart Health in Severe COVID-19 Outcomes During the Pandemic
Better heart health before the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a substantially lower risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes, according to…
Replacing Red Meat with Salmon May Improve Health and Cut Carbon Emissions
New research from the University of Bristol and the University of Southampton suggests that replacing one beef steak with salmon…
Building Longer, Healthier Lives Through Public Health and Longevity Care
A new editorial published in Volume 18 of Aging-US on May 18, 2026, explores how public health systems may need…
Summer Sunshine Not Enough to Close Vitamin D Gap in Vulnerable Groups
Vitamin D levels remain low throughout the year among key at-risk groups in England, challenging the widely held belief that…
Not a Safe Alternative: Research Shows Herbal Cigarettes Are as Harmful as Tobacco Cigarettes
Herbal cigarettes are often marketed as natural, tobacco-free, and even therapeutic alternatives to conventional cigarettes. However, a new study by…
Long-Term Research Indicates Health Problems Emerging Earlier for Younger Generations in the UK
Younger generations in the UK appear to be experiencing poorer health earlier in life than previous generations, according to a…
Spending Time Outdoors Linked to Higher Life Satisfaction
A major international study has found that spending time in nature is linked to greater life satisfaction, with positive feelings…