Monday, January 27 2025

Memory loss isn’t always Alzheimer’s: Experts warn of common but little-known dementia - AOL

As Alzheimers disease is the most common form of dementia affecting an estimated 6.7 million Americans its not surprising that people who experience memory loss may suspect AD. In fact, there is a… [+3676 chars]

Cancer specialist names diet that may reduce your risk of the disease - 'Particularly healthy for prevention purposes' - GB News

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and several general risk factors can influence a person's likelihood of being diagnosed with the disease. These include uncontrollable factors… [+4327 chars]

NYC’s most beloved breakfast sandwich may raise dementia risk by 13% — but another deli favorite could be the cure - New York Post

The inflated price is enough to make you lose your mind  but wait, there’s more. The millions of New Yorkers who start their day with a bacon, egg and cheese won’t love this news a new study has li… [+2971 chars]

The world’s oldest woman lived to 117, eating just one simple dish a day. - Stewartville Star

Show table of content Hide table of content The quest for longevity has intrigued humanity for centuries, with countless theories and practices emerging over time. Among these, the story of Emma Mo… [+5626 chars]

‘Worst day of my life’: Man issues dire warning about getting LASIK - The Daily Dot

Thinking about getting LASIK? Perhaps you want to hear about these patients experiences first. People online are torn between whether LASIK is worth the risk or not. Hayden (@hutchhayden) is on a mi… [+3101 chars]

4 farms on Md. Eastern Shore hit by bird flu; officials say outbreak is still manageable - WTOP

This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. A fourth case of bird flu was confirmed this … [+3949 chars]

Aging ‘hot spot’: Where the brain first starts showing signs of getting older - Study Finds

(© vegefox.com - stock.adobe.com) SEATTLE What if we could pinpoint exactly where aging begins in the brain? Scientists at the Allen Institute have done just that, creating the first detailed cellul… [+5372 chars]

Health care providers encourage these key medical tests for women over 50 - Earth.com

Making regular trips to the doctor for a checkup seems tedious and unnecessary to many people. However, for both men and women, doing so can mean the difference between catching health issues early o… [+6052 chars]

"It's Like Our Mouth Becomes A Cup Of Acid": Here's What The Experts Have To Say About How Sparkling Water Affects Our Health - Yahoo Life

Is sparkling water as hydrating as regular water? To start with the good news, I interviewed Ronald Maughan. Maughan is a professor at the St. Andrews University School of Medicine in Scotland and o… [+7153 chars]

Neurofeedback offers minimal improvements for ADHD symptoms - PsyPost

A systematic review and meta-analysis published in JAMA Psychiatry has found no evidence that neurofeedback meaningfully improves ADHD symptoms at the group level. However, small but statistically si… [+6203 chars]

People With ADHD Are Living Shorter Lives, Study Finds - Gizmodo

As if having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder isn’t bad enough: New research this week suggests that people with ADHD are living shorter lives than expected. Scientists at University College… [+3369 chars]

Surgeon General’s advisory sparks a conversation about alcohol, cancer and health - OregonLive

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recently stated that alcohol-attributable cancers kill 20,000 Americans annually. His final advisory as Americas top doctor recommends placing warning labels on alco… [+12599 chars]

Shaved cats look misshapen but adorable - Boing Boing

When cats get shaved for medical reasons, they have to endure a period where they look bizarrely misshapen (but still adorable) until their fur grows back. These photos show what these shaved cats lo… [+748 chars]

An Army veteran thought he knew the cause of his knee pain. Doctors found a rare cancer - CBS News

While U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Rayshaun Smith served a tour of duty in South Korea in 2018, he started feeling mild knee pain.  At first, he thought it was just from his rigorous military lifestyle or h… [+5900 chars]

Studies Say This Is Officially The Best Nut For Anti-Aging - Delish

With the start of the new year, it's a perfect time to incorporate a new superfood into your diet. Maybe something that you weren't previously prioritizing, like say, walnuts. This nutrient-rich snac… [+5617 chars]

Scotland in bird flu lockdown as prevention zone established - The National

From today, Saturday, the movement of poultry, carcasses, eggs, used poultry litter and manure is prohibited to prevent avian flu, which rarely infects humans, from spreading. At the time of writing… [+1561 chars]

Covid isn’t as bad this winter. Flu is worse. Here’s why. - The Washington Post

Ever since the novel coronavirus reached the United Statesfive years ago, it has unleashed punishing winter waves of illness. But the usual covid uptick is much more muted this winter and appears to… [+7021 chars]