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How the Brain Switches Between Older and Newer Memories
Researchers at KAIST discover a neural pathway in mice that enables switching between older and newer memories, enhancing memory updating. Learn more.
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What is 'cycle syncing', and how might it affect menstruation?
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Why Measles Is Spreading Again and Who Faces the Highest Risk
Learn why measles is making a comeback in California, including symptoms, transmission, and who is most at risk for severe illness.
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As the Definition of Autism Expands, Are We Losing Sight of Those with the Greatest Needs?
As the definition of autism expands, are we losing sight of those with the greatest needs?
Advancing Perioperative Medicine for Better Healthcare Outcomes
Perioperative medicine is a comprehensive approach to patient care before, during, and after surgery, reducing complication rates and improving health outcomes, according to a special article in
Supported training improves injury prevention, new study shows
Serious knee injuries, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures, can be significantly reduced through the use of injury prevention training, according to a new study published in the
Genetic Research Could Help Patients Avoid Amputations
New genetic research from Northeastern University could help predict which patients with peripheral artery disease are at risk for limb amputation, potentially saving lives.
Cancer Fatigue May Ease Within Weeks With Common Stimulant
A new meta-analysis published in the Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network has provided updated evidence that methylphenidate-type psychostimulants can provide meaningful relief for
Scientists Say Studies of Infection-Triggered Chronic Conditions Undermined by Unproven Diagnoses
Scientists argue that studies of infection-triggered chronic conditions are flawed due to unproven diagnoses.
Game-changer CAR T-cell therapy shows stunning cancer remission in global trials
CAR T-cell therapy emerges as a game-changing treatment with potential to revolutionize cancer care. Learn how it works and its future implications.
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Symptom Checklist Misses Mark in Majority of Cases
Study reveals that only a minority of individuals meeting proposed CTE criteria actually have the disease at autopsy, raising concerns about misdiagnosis and harm.
ALS is driven by a domino-like chain reaction that begins in nerve cells, research reveals
New Northwestern Medicine study identifies immune system's role in ALS progression, offering potential for personalized treatments.
Prior Heart Attack Linked to Faster Cognitive Decline
Having had a prior heart attack may significantly accelerate the decline in memory and thinking skills over time, The research, led by Mohamed Ridha, M.D.
France Blames Stomach Bug for New Cruise Outbreak, Lifts Lockdown
French authorities have lifted a lockdown on the Ambition cruise ship after confirming it was caused by a gastrointestinal virus.
From Black Death to Covid, Ships Have Long Hosted Outbreaks
Deadly outbreaks on cruise liners echo history of infectious diseases spreading aboard ships, from the Black Death to COVID.From Black Death to Covid, ships have long hosted outbreaks.
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