UCSF scientists have discovered how microglia engulf and break down amyloid beta, a protein that builds up in Alzheimer’s, with devastating consequences for the brain.
In Alzheimer’s disease, proteins like amyloid beta form clumps, known as…
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Scientists just invented a safer non-stick coating—and it’s inspired by arrows
A new material developed by researchers from University of Toronto Engineering could offer a safer alternative to the non-stick chemicals commonly used in cookware and other applications.
The new substance repels both water and grease about as…
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Is the air you breathe silently fueling dementia? A 29-million-person study says yes
An analysis of studies incorporating data from almost 30 million people has highlighted the role that air pollution – including that coming from car exhaust emissions – plays in increased risk of dementia.
Dementias such as Alzheimer’s disease…
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7000 steps a day cuts death risk by 47%—and that might be all you need
A major new study led by the University of Sydney suggests that walking 7000 steps a day offers similar health benefits across several outcomes as walking 10,000.
il 7000 steps, at which point the benefits began to taper offA major new study led…
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Can Sexual Satisfaction Help You Age Better? Science Says Yes
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Sexual satisfaction may be one of the most overlooked predictors of healthy aging, and new research suggests it plays a far greater role in longevity and emotional well-being than most people…
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Can Dopamine Fasts Improve Your Focus, Sleep And Sex Drive?
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If motivation feels harder to access, sex drive has dipped, or attention span is fleeting, dopamine could be the missing piece. Dopamine, often dubbed the “motivation…
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Ivermectin: The mosquito-killing pill that dropped malaria by 26%
Ivermectin administered to the whole population significantly reduces malaria transmission, offering new hope in the fight against the disease. The BOHEMIA trial, the largest study on ivermectin for malaria to date, showed a 26% reduction in new…
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Oregon’s Bold Stand Against Private Equity In Healthcare: What’s Next?
Private Equity Has Skyrocketed In Healthcare
Complex economic forces shape the U.S. healthcare landscape, with private equity (PE) firms promising efficiency and growth in the medical sector while simultaneously sparking debate. On June 9,…
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This sugar substitute does more than sweeten — it kills cancer cells
Stevia may provide more benefits than as a zero-calorie sugar substitute. When fermented with bacteria isolated from banana leaves, stevia extract kills off pancreatic cancer cells but doesn’t harm healthy kidney cells, according to a research…
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This DNA test can predict if a 5-year-old will be obese as an adult
What if we could prevent people from developing obesity? The World Obesity Federation expects more than half the global population to develop overweight or obesity by 2035. However, treatment strategies such as lifestyle change, surgery and…
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