Glioblastoma is one of the most deadly cancers, with few treatment options available. Now, a small human clinical trial has demonstrated an mRNA vaccine that quickly rallies the immune system to fight off the tumors, with promising results. Glioblastoma is the most common form of brain cancer, and...
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A recent study published in Science Advances suggests that traumatic events in childhood can influence physical health in old age. The research found that older adults who had experienced such adversities had diminished muscle metabolism. This association was measured through mitochondrial functions...
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Does it ever feel as if your anger courses through your veins? Well, that isn’t too far off, according to new research. Feelings of anger adversely affect blood vessel health, according to a study published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Heart Association. “This study was meant to figure...
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Three-quarters of Americans think mental health issues are identified and treated worse than physical health issues in the U.S., according to a new survey from West Health and Gallup. This belief is even stronger among U.S. adults aged 65 and older and those who report they have...
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In the years leading up to menopause, a person can experience a multitude of symptoms, including emotional shifts such as depression. Now, a new study has quantified the risk of depression during the transition, known as perimenopause — showing that women in this stage are about 40% more likely to...
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What did people in the Stone Age eat before the advent of farming around 10,000 years ago? A long-held stereotype — one that’s influenced modern fad diets — is that ancient humans hunted large animals and chowed down on mammoth steak. But new research on a Paleolithic group called the...
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In this era of unparalleled connectivity, our phones have become indispensable tools for navigating life’s uncertainties and accessing a wealth of information in real time. However, amidst this awe-inspiring digital landscape lies a tremendous hidden cost – a growing epidemic of mental health issues...
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You don't need to cut out all ultra-processed foods but eating healthy overall is always a good idea, Linia Patel said. Getty Images/ Linia PatelUltra-processed foods are linked to health problems such as cancer, type 2 diabetes, and obesity.About 73% of the US food supply is ultra-processed, making...
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