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Different GLP-1 therapies could be tailored to patients' individual metabolic needs
Different varieties and doses of GLP-1 medications can have meaningful differences in how they address heart and metabol…
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The case for having an imperfect memory: A psychologist explains
Think back to your time at school. Were you hard-working, popular, anxious? And what exam grades did you get? Now, imagi…
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Pandemic reshapes meningococcal strains in Scotland, with group B dominating cases
New research has revealed a shift in the strains of invasive meningococcal disease circulating in Scotland during the CO…
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A 19-protein blood panel can predict when ALS symptoms will emerge
Months to several years before amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) symptoms arise, levels of certain blood proteins may …
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Silver diamine fluoride treatment could halt cavities without shots, drilling or sedation
Every year, untreated tooth decay sends thousands of young U.S. children to emergency departments for dental problems do…
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Sweat-powered fingertip patch accurately monitors Parkinson's medication
Engineers and neuroscientists at the University of California San Diego have developed a soft, wearable fingertip patch …
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Identifying high-needs patients helps predict future health spending
A new way to measure comorbidity—when a patient suffers from multiple diseases or health conditions—can be used to accur…
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Is your diet driving up your cholesterol? That may depend on your genes
Can a low-carb diet cause your cholesterol to skyrocket? This question has vexed researchers and influencers alike as th…
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Our genes may shape what we eat and our metabolic health
Ever wonder why some people crave sweets while others can take them or leave them? Preliminary findings from a new study…
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Dementia affecting younger persons strikes Hispanics more than previously thought, study shows
A form of dementia that strikes younger people is more common in Hispanics than previously thought, according to a new s…
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Treating hepatitis C in chimpanzees used in former medical experiments
As close relatives of humans, chimpanzees have sometimes been used in biomedical experiments. They were instrumental in …
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Gum disease worsens systemic bone loss in osteoporosis patients via gut bacteria
Chronic gum disease (periodontitis) may worsen bone deterioration in people with osteoporosis by disrupting the microorg…
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The Benadryl Challenge isn't going away—here's how public health officials are trying to stop this deadly viral trend
A dangerous social media trend that started in 2020 has persisted into 2026, with heartbreaking consequences.…
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FDA panel backs peptides over its own scientists
Six of seven compounds clear a reconstituted committee, as questions mount over evidence, access and who benefits. A div…
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Voyager’s single-dose gene therapy cuts tau by 75%
New six-month data strengthen the case for a one-time Alzheimer’s treatment as Voyager prepares to begin human trials la…
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What repeated blows to the head in sport may mean for dementia risk
There is now widespread evidence that years of heading, tackling and collisions in football and rugby could increase the…
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Eating within 8 hours may help keep the aging brain sharp
Eating within a shorter daily window may help protect certain thinking skills as people age. In a small six-month trial,…
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Anti-aging and wellness center Serotonin Centers enters San Diego market
Serotonin Centers opened a new location in Del Mar, marking the brand’s entry into the greater San Diego market, a…
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Study finds shift away from cigarettes could reshape future cancer burden
As cigarette smoking reaches historic lows in the U.S., new research from MUSC Hollings Cancer Center suggests a fundame…
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Stretchable antenna keeps wearable health sensors in tune with human health
Wearable health monitors are designed to move with the body. But for many devices, movement creates a problem: The more …
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Scientists reveal what sparkling water really does to your teeth
Unsweetened sparkling water may offer a tooth-friendlier alternative to sugary soda, according to a small preliminary st…
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The revolution to make longevity policy a national priority
Breakthroughs in longevity research are accelerating, but without political and regulatory change, many may never reach …
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U.S. Measles Cases Reach Over 2,200—Nearly Totaling All Measles Cases Recorded In 2025
The U.S. is just a few dozen measles cases away from exceeding the number of cases recorded in 2025.…
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Economic evaluation supports prophylactic naldemedine for opioid-induced constipation in cancer palliative care
Although opioids remain indispensable for pain relief in patients with advanced cancer, their use frequently results in …