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Health news • Apr 08

Over 45? Sleep Apnea Is Strongly Linked to Worsening Mental Health, Major Study Finds

A large Canadian cohort has linked sleep apnea in midlife and older adults with worsening mental health over time. Drawing on data from 30,097 people aged...

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Health news • Apr 08

Deadly bacterial disease could be stopped with common pantry staple, study suggests

A high-protein diet rich in casein and wheat gluten could "disarm" cholera bacteria, cutting infection levels by 100-fold, a new UC Riverside study finds.

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Health news • Apr 08

Healthier Plant-Based Diet May Lower Dementia Risk

A study in Neurology® found that a high-quality plant-based diet may lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias—even when adopted later in...

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Health news • Apr 08

What is “sardinemaxxing” and should you try it?

They're oily. They're bony. They have a strong fishy smell, salty taste and soft texture that doesn't appeal to many. Yet, canned sardines appear to be...

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Health news • Apr 08

South Carolina sees no new measles activity as Utah becomes epicenter of US outbreaks

Yesterday the South Carolina Department of Public Health once again reported no new measles cases, as the state marches toward an official end of the...

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Health news • Apr 08

Eating more plants linked to lower risk of dementia, even in older age

Eating more healthy whole plants in midlife reduces the risk of dementia, while consuming more unhealthy plant-based foods raises risk, a new study found.

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Health news • Apr 08

A Diet High in These 7 Plant-Based Foods May Lower Alzheimer's Risk, New Study Finds

We know a plant-based diet can come with lots of health benefits. But not all plant foods are equally good for you, a new study shows. Here's how to choose...

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Health news • Apr 08

Healthier plant-based diet associated with lower risk of Alzheimer's, other dementias

Eating a higher quality plant-based diet is associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias compared to eating a lower...

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Health news • Apr 08

Scientists develop AI tool to spot heart failure risk five years before it strikes

Oxford team's technology picked up danger signs with 86% accuracy in study of 72000 patients in England.

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Health news • Apr 08

Scientists Move Closer to Male Birth Control With No Hormones, No Snip

The era of highly effective male birth control is just on the horizon, and it's likely to be one with several options to choose from.

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Health news • Apr 08

The Must-Read Life-Changing Book to Supercharge Your Health in 2026

In a year defined by crowded wellness advice, one concise, evidence-led guide promises something different: a practical path to feeling and functioning at...

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Health news • Apr 08

Should’ve put a ring on it? Maybe! Marriage is linked to lower risk of cancer

A new study suggests marriage may be linked to a lower risk of cancer, adding to a growing body of research tying it to improved health outcomes.

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Health news • Apr 08

Dementia: Being active, 7-8 hours of sleep may be key to lower risk

A new study has found getting both the recommended amount of physical activity and sleep may be key to reducing a person's dementia risk.

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Health news • Apr 08

Marriage cancer study: Adults who don't marry face higher cancer risk, studies by Cancer Research Communication say

Adults who have never been married face a higher risk of cancer compared to those who have, according to Cancer Research Communication.

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Health news • Apr 08

Johns Hopkins Team Develops Therapeutic, Nasally-Delivered DNA Vaccine for Tuberculosis

A research team at Johns Hopkins Medicine is developing a nose-delivered inoculation against tuberculosis, the world's leading cause of death from...

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Health news • Apr 08

Keratin may act as a 'brake' for skin inflammation, pointing to potential treatments

Keratin has been linked to skin diseases and inflammation in the past, but now, a new study may have uncovered one reason why.

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Health news • Apr 08

These simple lifestyle changes could decrease dementia risk by 25%

Sitting for too long increases dementia risk, while getting regular exercise could protect brain health in the long-term, a study published Wednesday in the...

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Health news • Apr 08

Eye symptoms may signal higher-severity long COVID

New-onset eye-related symptoms in people diagnosed as having long COVID may be an indicator of more-severe disease, according to a cross-sectional study...

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Health news • Apr 08

One Compound Repairs Neurons with Autism Mutations

Can zebrafish help find autism treatments? Scientists used pharmaco-behavioral profiling to identify FDA-approved drugs, like levocarnitine, that reverse...

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Health news • Apr 08

Health Officials Warn of Flea-Borne Typhus That Sends 90% of Infected People to the Hospital

Los Angeles health officials report a significant rise in flea-borne typhus cases, urging residents to take precautions to protect themselves and their...

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