Health
9/11 responders may face higher odds for dementia
After helping America through one of its worst tragedies, some responders to the events of 9/11 may now face another foe: Heightened risks for dementia.
Jun 13, 2024
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Immunology
Convenient at-home test identifies at-risk individuals with inadequate immunity to COVID-19
By late in the pandemic, more than 96% of individuals in the U.S. ages 16 and older had COVID-19 antibodies from infection or vaccination. However, immunity from the virus tends to wane over time. Uptake of the boosters has ...
Jun 12, 2024
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Health
Racial bias and discrimination among women of color can impact their baby's biological clock
Two people of the same age can look and act very differently in terms of how old they seem. The secret lies in their "biological age," a measure of cell and tissue health.
Jun 12, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Scientists investigate association between omega-3s and symptoms of psychosis in early adulthood
A new study, the largest of its kind, published in Biological Psychiatry today, tracked the blood test results of over 3,500 participants for a span of 17 years to explore a possible link between diet and mental health.
Jun 12, 2024
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Health
Moving off the couch brings healthy aging: Study finds benefit
It's tempting to binge-watch TV, but yet another study finds that when it comes to healthy aging, the less time on your sofa, the better.
Jun 12, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study shows WhatsApp messages effective for elderly depression treatment
WhatsApp can be a highly effective tool to help older people overcome loneliness and depression, according to the findings of a study conducted in Guarulhos, the second-largest city in São Paulo state, Brazil.
Jun 11, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Masks study finds traumatic experiences impact perception of distressing imagery
The human visual system is a dominant part of the brain's processes and navigation of the world. To better understand an aspect of this system, researchers from Drexel University's College of Nursing and Health Professions ...
Jun 11, 2024
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Medical economics
Study indicates positive outcomes for new approach to Medicare/Medicaid dual enrollment
Navigating the complexity of either Medicare or Medicaid is challenging. Those challenges are compounded for people enrolled in both programs.
Jun 11, 2024
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Unveiling lung damage in COVID-19 patients using AI
As the immediate threat of COVID-19 subsides, investigating the virus's lasting impacts remains essential. A new study led by researchers at Emory AI.Health, published in Computers in Medicine and Biology, sheds light on ...
Jun 11, 2024
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Health
Q&A: Emergency care can help patients get health insurance and unclaimed benefits for food, rent
Every year, at least $60 billion in public benefits goes unused nationally. That means tax relief, health insurance, and help with food, housing, and transportation never reach people they are intended for.
Jun 11, 2024
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