Older adults with spinal cord injuries are less likely than younger patients to regain independence in daily life. This is true even though their basic neurological recovery appears similar, according …
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Common household chemicals used for decades may be linked to a higher risk of developing multiple sclerosis, according to new research from Sweden. The chemicals are found in cookware, textiles, …
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A newly approved drug is showing encouraging results for a small group of people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. The findings come from researchers at Washington University School …
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A new study found that children who receive a smartphone before age 12 are more likely to develop depression, obesity and poor sleep habits. Researchers say the risks increase the …
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A newly obtained FDA memo says COVID-19 vaccines likely contributed to the deaths of at least 10 children. The revelation has led to major changes in federal vaccine policy and …
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New research from the American Heart Association shows that even light smoking can cause serious harm to the heart and raise the risk of early death. The study found that …
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New research suggests that gum disease may be tied to serious risks for both heart and brain health. Two studies published in Neurology Open Access found that poor oral health …
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Daily coffee may protect the heart in unexpected ways, according to a new clinical trial from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and the University of Adelaide. The study …
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A new international study is challenging the idea that cancer is rising mainly in young adults. Researchers found that cancer rates are climbing across nearly all adult age groups, and …
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A new study from Mass General Brigham warns that obesity rates in the United States could surge from 40 percent to nearly 70 percent under updated medical guidelines. The revised …