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The first 25 years of SuperAger research show cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging

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The first 25 years of SuperAger research show cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging
For 25 years, scientists at Northwestern Medicine have been studying individuals aged 80 and older—dubbed "SuperAgers"—to better understand what makes them tick.

474. Student-led research finds link between ocean swimming and urinary tract infections

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On a hot day in July 2022, Professor Jay Graham hit the beach with an iPad in hand. He and Meredith Klashman, a student in the UC Berkeley–UCSF Joint Medical Program, approached a number of women at Santa Cruz's Cowell Beach, asking them to join their study.

475. Researchers create first AI tool for treating age-related macular degeneration

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John A. Moran Eye Center researcher Adam Dubis, Ph.D., is part of a big leap forward for the use of artificial intelligence in eye care.

476. UK seeks to stamp out 'cowboy' cosmetic procedures

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The UK government on Thursday announced plans to tighten rules on high-risk cosmetic procedures such as so-called Brazilian butt lifts amid a surge in such treatments.

477. Exoskeletons helping patients of all ages and genders regain independence

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Hand mobility is often impaired after tendon injuries or as a result of strokes. In therapy, exoskeletons increasingly serve to support recovery. These devices fit over the hand like a second skeleton and can assist with controlled movements of the wrist and fingers.

478. Many smokers have misperceptions about nicotine. Researchers harness curiosity to correct them

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Misperceptions about nicotine abound. Nicotine is not the main cancer-causing component in cigarettes; still, many believe it is. Nicotine makes cigarettes addictive; many people believe it does not.

479. Imaging tech promises deepest looks yet into living brain tissue at single-cell resolution

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Both for research and medical purposes, researchers have spent decades pushing the limits of microscopy to produce ever deeper and sharper images of brain activity, not only in the cortex but also in regions underneath such as the hippocampus. In a new study, a team of MIT scientists and engineers demonstrates a new microscope system capable of peering exceptionally deep into brain tissues to detect the molecular activity of individual cells by using sound.

480. Immunologic surveillance study provides new insights into post-pandemic return of respiratory viruses

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The first paper from a multi-year clinical research study has been published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases. The article "Dynamics of endemic virus re-emergence in children in the USA following the COVID-19 pandemic (2022–2023): a prospective, multicentre, longitudinal, immunoepidemiological surveillance study," demonstrates how the approach can improve modeling to better predict future outbreaks.

481. Five-year plan developed to strengthen brain health in Africa and beyond

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The Davos Alzheimer's Collaborative (DAC) today announced the publication of a new paper in Nature Medicine, detailing a bold five-year strategy to address global brain health by strengthening health systems and scaling low cost, easy to use innovations. The paper, titled "Strengthening Africa's Brain Health and Economic Resilience," presents the rationale and roadmap behind the African-led and DAC coordinated 6 x 5 Plan: six pillars to accelerate brain health progress over the next five years.

482. Human eggs are protected from age-related genetic mutations, mtDNA study finds

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As we age, the genes in our cells accumulate more mutations. This is one of the contributory factors to age-related diseases and the aging process. However, in a new study published in Science Advances, researchers have discovered one exception where genetic mutations don't appear to build up as humans get older—the mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) of human egg cells in women.

483. The first 25 years of SuperAger research show cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging

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For 25 years, scientists at Northwestern Medicine have been studying individuals aged 80 and older—dubbed "SuperAgers"—to better understand what makes them tick.

484. For seniors: The mental health payoff of staying curious

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In a pair of new studies, researchers found that older adults who challenge themselves to learn new things are less likely to experience loneliness or depression, even during times of major upheaval.

485. A parents' guide to keeping kids safe online in the summer holidays

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Parenting over the summer holidays, especially when juggling work and childcare, comes with significant challenges. One of those is screen time and staying safe online.

486. Can I eat instant noodles every day? What does it do to my health?

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Instant noodles are cheap, quick and comforting—often a go-to snack or meal for students, busy workers, families and anyone trying to stretch their grocery budget.

487. Young adults' brain activity shows TV and gaming boost focus, while social media hinders it

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A world-first Swinburne-led study into young adults' brain activity has found that TV and gaming are associated with increased focus, while social media is associated with decreased focus.

488. Breast cancer surgery: Study finds overnight hospital stay not important for older patients

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Women ages 65 and older—including women in their 90s—can safely leave the hospital on the same day as having a mastectomy for breast cancer and are unlikely to suffer post-surgical complications, according to a new pilot study.

489. Medical journal articles with extenders receive more than twice as many views

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An analysis of article views in Taylor & Francis medical journals has revealed that "extenders" can significantly increase readership. Plain language summaries of publications and clinical trial protocols with extenders attracted 144% higher views than those without these supplemental resources.

490. Understanding how young children recognize emotions in music

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Music is a powerful tool for conveying mood, whether heard via a live performance or movie soundtrack, making it an effective medium for understanding how people identify and respond to emotions. Studies have found that children ages 5 to 11 show increasing accuracy in recognizing specific emotions in music.

491. Bystander T cells can enhance antitumor effects of bispecific antibody

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T-cell redirection therapy using chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cells and/or bispecific antibody (BsAb) has been established and become a promising treatment strategy for relapsed/refractory B-cell lymphomas. To further improve their therapeutic efficacy, assessment of their in vivo mechanisms and the ways of sequential approaches are necessary.

492. How past trauma drives the brain's response to new stress

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A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences offers insight into how past stress impacts a person's response to new stress.

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