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New Genes for Alzheimer’s Found

Researchers have found five new genes that are linked to a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Each of the genes may make a person 1.1 times more likely ...
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After the Buzz: Binge Drinking Linked with Learning Trouble

Binge drinking could have effects even after the buzz wears off — it’s associated with a decreased ability to learn verbal information, according to a new study. College ...
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Hand Sanitizers Under Fire as Superbug Fighters

Sometimes the maker of a hand sanitizer will reach too far. Four companies that say their products, including hand sanitizers, can prevent infection from the superbug MRSA, or ...
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Chronic Pain Is Painfully Misunderstood

A cultural transformation is needed in the U.S. in terms of how people understand and approach the treatment of chronic pain, according to a new government report. A ...
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Signs of Recurring Depression Revealed in Brain Scans

The brains of people who relapse into depression differ from those of people who maintain a recovery, a new study shows. The results may provide insight into why ...
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Cancer Risk Higher in Families of Women with Early-Onset Breast Cancer

Having a mother or sister who develops breast cancer before she’s 35 may signal a heightened risk of developing cancer for other family members, a new study suggests. ...
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Heart Disease & Stroke Deaths Plunge But Costs Soar

While fewer Americans are dying from heart disease and stroke than a decade ago, these conditions continue to burden society by their prevalence and increased medical costs, according ...
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Acne Bacteria May Infect the Brain and Body

The bacteria that live on the skin and contribute to acne may also cause infections after surgery, including infections in the brain, researchers say. The microbes may even ...
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Teen Diets High in Added Sugar Can Raise Heart Disease Risk

Teens who consume a lot of added sugar and sweeteners in their food and drinks increase their chances of developing heart disease in adulthood, according to a new ...
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A Thought to Savor: How You Can Curb Food Cravings

One way to avoid gorging on your favorite junk food may be to picture yourself eating it, one delicious bite at a time, according to a new study. ...
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