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South Asian adults in the U.S. show heart disease risk factors at younger ages
South Asian adults living in the United States were more likely to have risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) by the age of 45 compared with white, Black, Chinese…
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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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FAU study finds lifestyle changes can slow cognitive decline
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over the age of 65 are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). By 2060, that…
Brain shunts deliver major benefits for older adults with hydrocephalus, UCalgary researchers report
When Jill Knaus arrived at the Adult Hydrocephalus Program at the University of Calgary, she was desperate for answers. Once…
Bone health at risk from microplastics
The global reliance on plastic has reached staggering proportions, with more than 400 million tonnes produced annually. This immense volume…
Outdoor workouts surpass the benefits of exercising in cities or gyms
A growing body of evidence suggests that where we exercise matters just as much as how we exercise. A recent…
New research reveals why influenza hits older adults harder
Scientists have revealed why influenza infections are often more dangerous in older adults, and their discovery opens the door to…
The hidden costs of early puberty and young motherhood
The age at which women reach puberty or give birth may have profound consequences for their long-term health. New research…
Rising Heat Waves Endanger the Health of Older Adults
Older adults often underestimate their vulnerability to extreme heat and are frequently unprepared for prolonged periods of hot weather. This…
Neighbourhood walkability linked to lower stress levels during COVID-19
A recent study from the University of New Hampshire has revealed that communities designed to be more walkable offered significant…