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Disability burden linked to alcohol-related cirrhosis and heart failure projected to rise sharply by 2050
The disability burden associated with alcohol-related cirrhosis complicated by heart failure is projected to rise substa…
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Napping linked to dementia risk
Your napping habits might be a warning flag for dementia, a new study says.…
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Having insurance doesn't mean you can get a mental health appointment
Americans with commercial insurance are generally told they have access to a strong network of mental health providers. …
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Genomic cancer driver study reveals new clues to why some prostate cancers become aggressive
Why do some prostate cancers grow slowly for years, while others progress quickly to life-threatening metastatic disease…
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Menopause hormone therapy gets stronger endorsement from OB-GYNs in expanded guideline
Hormone therapy should be a first choice for easing hot flashes, night sweats and the sleep problems they cause, a leadi…
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Strong food preferences may help explain why changing eating habits is hard
Learning new eating habits isn't simple. Our preexisting feelings around food—whether it's a distaste for olives or a lo…
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Molecular imaging demonstrates promise for predicting complete pathologic response in HER2-positive breast cancer
Molecular imaging with ⁶⁸Ga-HER2 PET/CT may provide an early, targeted measure of how well treatment is working in patie…
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Fueling growth, blinding immunity: The two-way amino acid trap inside tumors
Tumors possess myriad mechanisms to ensure their survival even at the peril of the host. Now scientists are delving deep…
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Persistent gaps remain in hearing aid coverage, especially for older and lower-income adults, study finds
Despite gradual progress in insurance policies requiring hearing aid coverage, many Americans still lack guaranteed acce…
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Spatial map of the lung reveals cellular mechanisms driving damage and fibrosis in severe COVID-19
A lung affected by deadly forms of COVID-19 not only loses essential cells for breathing but also undergoes profound cha…
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Intermittent hemodialysis not noninferior to continuous renal-replacement therapy
Intermittent hemodialysis as an initial treatment approach is not noninferior to continuous renal-replacement therapy (C…
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New drug-delivery method offers promise in fight against neurodegenerative diseases
For patients battling neurodegenerative diseases like ALS, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and other dementias, delivering dise…
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How psychological stress can trigger arthritis flares via an inflammatory pathway
Psychological stress has long been associated with worsening symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However, the underly…
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Manchester Arena attack: Pioneering rehab program gives hope for remarkable recoveries
Survivors of major trauma can achieve a remarkable rate of recovery when given the right support, according to a new Uni…
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VR tours of gardens suggest well-designed natural spaces can deliver restorative health benefits
Some of nature's healthful benefits might be possible through well-curated ornamental spaces, suggests a brain activity …
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Adapted AI improves smartphone detection of abnormal lung sounds in children
Respiratory disease in children is a major global concern. Clinicians traditionally rely on stethoscopes to detect abnor…
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Patients participating in stroke research value forming relationships and visualizing real-world impact
New University of Cincinnati research found participants in stroke rehabilitation research prefer an approach that prior…
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Social anxiety linked to stronger brain responses to mixed social cues
Ever catch someone looking your way and wonder what they're thinking? For people with social anxiety, that moment may tr…
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Study finds differences in cellular responses to exercise
A recently published study by University of New Mexico researchers looks at how intense exercise affects the body. Micha…
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AI detects coronary heart disease from face and tongue photos in small test
An AI system trained on photographs of the face and tongue correctly identified every patient with coronary heart diseas…
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Treating depression during pregnancy may benefit baby's brain development—new research
Treating pregnant women's depression with a short course of talk therapy doesn't just improve their health—it can also s…
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Black children at risk for severe form of asthma, new research shows
New UVA Health Children's asthma research could improve care for children—especially Black children—with severe symptoms…
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Vaccines have been so successful that some people have forgotten why we need them
Three measles-related deaths have been reported in England in 2026. One child died from an acute infection, another from…
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Why do I keep getting mouth ulcers?
If you've ever had a mouth ulcer, you'll know even the smallest sore on your lips, gum, tongue or inside cheek can make …