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fromtime.com
3 months ago

Could the Shingles Vaccine Help Prevent Dementia?

Vaccines against chickenpox and shingles may potentially help in preventing dementia linked to the varicella-zoster virus.
fromNews Center
2 months ago

Medical Student Investigates New Approach to Measuring Cardiovascular Disease Risk - News Center

Jim Walker, a medical student, emphasizes the importance of preventive cardiology to reduce cardiovascular disease risk in young adults.
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fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Mental health

I spent 2 years abroad in Scotland, which changed my life. I dropped out of med school and began prioritizing my free time.

fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Mental health

I spent 2 years abroad in Scotland, which changed my life. I dropped out of med school and began prioritizing my free time.

fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Metformin and Anti-Aging: What to Know

Marc Provissiero uses metformin as a preventive measure against chronic diseases despite limited research on its longevity benefits.
Health
fromNews Center
3 months ago

Many Young Adults Have High Long-term Risk for Cardiovascular Disease, Study Finds - News Center

One in seven U.S. adults aged 30-59 has a high long-term risk for cardiovascular disease, highlighting the need for comprehensive risk assessment.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

This Pill Promises to Give Your Dog More Years. You Might Not Like What Comes With Them.

Pet owners prioritize their pets' health, with many willing to incur debt for their care.
A company named Loyal is developing drugs aimed at extending dogs' healthy lifespan.
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Public health
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

The polypill is back: Should everyone over 50 be given a pill to prevent cardiovascular disease?

A polypill combining medications could prevent heart disease deaths in those over 50 effectively.
Complex risk prediction tools may overlook potential victims of heart disease.
Medicine
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Heart Disease: 8 Factors That Raise Your Risk

Heart disease remains America's top killer, requiring a broader understanding of risk factors beyond traditional measures.
fromSun Sentinel
3 months ago

Federal cuts for HIV research, prevention and treatment impacting South Florida

"If we weren't testing, those four people could spread to four more, and it could quickly start spreading out of control," Boo said.
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Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

This Woman Had No Idea She Had A Life-Threatening Health Issue Until A Preventative MRI Screening

Sarah Blackburn's elective full-body MRI led to the discovery of life-threatening conditions, emphasizing the importance of medical consultations before such procedures.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Fact-Checking Dr. Oz's Health Advice on Supplements, Weight Loss and More

Dr. Mehmet Oz's health advice is a mix of sound science and unproven products, raising concerns if appointed to oversee Medicare.
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