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The Roots of Dementia Trace Back All The Way to Childhood, Experts Say - ScienceAlert

More than 60 million people are estimated to be living with dementia, resulting in over 1.5 million deaths a year and an annual cost to the global healthcare economy of around US $1.3 trillion (almost £1 trillion).

US measles cases surpass 1K: CDC - The Hill

The number of measles cases in the U.S. has risen to over 1,000 cases, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday.  As of May 15, a total of 1,024 cases were reported across 31 states amid the deadliest outbreak …

Scientists Discovered Structural, Brain-Wide Changes During Menstruation - ScienceAlert

The constant ebb and flow of hormones that guide the menstrual cycle don't just affect reproductive anatomy.

FDA endorses first-of-its-kind blood test for Alzheimer’s disease - The Washington Post

The Food and Drug Administration cleared a new kind of test for Alzheimer’s disease designed to be more accessible and less risky for patients with cognitive decline.

Study: Long COVID ‘brain fog’ linked to inflammation, stress markers - NewsNation

Researchers found that those complaining of brain fog had higher levels of an anti-inflammatory protein.

Astrocytes Control Behavior Through Slow Brain Signaling - Neuroscience News

Astrocytes, once thought to be mere support cells, are now shown to play a leading role in regulating behavior by modulating neuronal activity through slow biochemical circuits.

Clues in Spinal Fluid Could Unlock Early FTD Diagnosis - Neuroscience News

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a common form of early-onset dementia, is often misdiagnosed due to its overlapping symptoms with psychiatric and neurological disorders.

5 Best Anti-Inflammatory Carbs You Should Be Eating, According to a Dietitian - EatingWell

You may be surprised to hear that carbs can be anti-inflammatory. Learn what 5 of the best anti-inflammatory carbs are that dietitians want you to eat.

Common energy drink ingredient linked to leukemia cell growth in study - KIRO 7 News Seattle

Aggressive blood cancers all originate in the bone marrow, where the research shows cancer cells depend on the ingredient from their environment to grow and survive.

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Early Signs of Parkinson's Disease - ScienceAlert

Ultra-processed foods are associated with a rogues' gallery of health problems, including elevated risk for obesity, dementia, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.

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