Millions of people who take statins to lower cholesterol may not get maximum protection from flu vaccines, two new studies…
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Brain changes may underlie anorexia food choices
Differences in brain activity may underlie some of the unhealthy eating patterns in people with anorexia nervosa, a study suggests.…
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Early smoke exposure tied to increased atrial fibrillation risk
People exposed to secondhand smoke in the womb or as children are at an increased risk later in life for…
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Vision impairment linked to worse quality of life
While vision impairment can lead to lower quality of life on its own, the negative impact on daily activities may…
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For marijuana and the brain, questions remain
Two new studies out today in JAMA Psychiatry highlight the persistent questions about how cannabis might affect brain development. In…
Read MoreMixed result on Biogen Alzheimer’s drug as 6mg dose falls short
A 6 mg dose of Biogen’s experimental Alzheimer’s disease drug significantly reduced beta amyloid plaque in the brain but failed…
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Stem cells can be safely infused in brain to promote stroke recovery, study finds
A yearlong study of stroke patients has found that stem cells from a patient’s bone marrow can be safely infused…
Read MoreLundbeck hopes to launch new Alzheimer’s drug in 2017
Danish pharmaceutical group Lundbeck said on Monday that it hopes to launch a new Alzheimer’s medicine in 2017 in what…
Read MoreFried, barbecued meats may increase Alzheimer’s risk
Diet plays a role in many health conditions, but a new study has strengthened researchers’ understanding of the connection between…
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Storms may influence stroke risk
More strokes happen when geomagnetic storms are afoot, according to a new review of stroke literature – although it’s not…
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