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The nest is empty: Parents grapple with mixed emotions after children move out

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The nest is empty: Parents grapple with mixed emotions after children move out
It's that time of year when many parents across the U.S. see their kids head off to college or leave home to start their working lives. For parents and guardians, experts say, the separation from their children can cause mixed feelings of loss, grief, loneliness, relief and freedom and can lead to unhealthy thoughts and behaviors.

476. Global review shows how nations balanced health and economy in COVID-19 pandemic

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How did different countries fare in achieving a balance between infection control and economic stability during the COVID-19 pandemic? To address this question, researchers studied the temporal dynamics of number of deaths, vaccination rates, production, and economic recovery across multiple countries.

477. AI-powered eye scan predicts risk of cognitive decline and dementia

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A new study led by researchers from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine) has demonstrated that artificial intelligence (AI) analysis of retinal photographs can predict an individual's risk of cognitive decline and dementia. Published in Alzheimer's & Dementia, this first-of-its-kind study in Singapore highlights the potential of retinal aging biomarkers as a novel tool for brain health management.

478. Some pathogen-fighting cells contain inherent immunological memory, scientists discover

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A team of immunologists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has turned what we know about T-cells, one of the most important parts of the body's immune system, on its head, opening the door to next-generation cancer vaccines.

479. Pre-wired ability in 'resting' T cells remembers past viral foes, holding promise for targeted cancer therapies

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A team of immunologists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has turned what we know about T-cells, one of the most important parts of the body's immune system, on its head, opening the door to next-generation cancer vaccines.

480. Tinnitus linked to cognitive impairment in older adults

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In adults aged 60 years and older, tinnitus, especially severe and prolonged tinnitus, is significantly associated with cognitive impairment, according to a study published online Aug. 15 in Brain Sciences.

481. COVID-19 falls from top 10 US causes of death for first time since 2020

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For the first time since the pandemic began, COVID-19 dropped out of the nation's top 10 causes of death in 2024, new U.S. government data shows.

482. Bird flu outbreak shuts parks in Spain's Andalusia

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Two world heritage attractions in Spain's popular tourist region of Andalusia were on Thursday among sites affected by a bird flu outbreak that has seen parks shut and animals slaughtered.

483. AI tools fall short in predicting suicide, study finds

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The accuracy of machine learning algorithms for predicting suicidal behavior is too low to be useful for screening or for prioritizing high-risk individuals for interventions, according to a new study published September 11 in the open-access journal PLOS Medicine by Matthew Spittal of the University of Melbourne, Australia, and colleagues.

484. Scientists reveal how the brain uses objects to find direction

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We take our understanding of where we are for granted, until we lose it. When we get lost in nature or a new city, our eyes and brains kick into gear, seeking familiar objects that tell us where we are.

485. The nest is empty: Parents grapple with mixed emotions after children move out

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It's that time of year when many parents across the U.S. see their kids head off to college or leave home to start their working lives. For parents and guardians, experts say, the separation from their children can cause mixed feelings of loss, grief, loneliness, relief and freedom and can lead to unhealthy thoughts and behaviors.

486. Children in low-opportunity neighborhoods face up to 20 times higher gun injury risk

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Most hospitalizations for gun injuries among kids are the result of unintentional shootings

487. Scientists behind breakthrough cystic fibrosis treatment awarded top US prize

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Cystic fibrosis was once a dire, likely deadly diagnosis, destroying a patient's ability to breathe and digest food—but a revolutionary new treatment offers reason for hope.

488. Ebola cases in Congo rise as authorities race to contain spread of outbreak, health agency says

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The number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo's southern Kasai province have more than doubled in a week since a new outbreak was confirmed there, Africa's top public health agency said Thursday.

489. Cardiovascular disease risk prediction tool may help guide statin therapy

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A cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk prediction tool developed by Northwestern Medicine scientists may also be effective for identifying which patients would most benefit from statin therapy, according to a recent study published in JAMA Cardiology.

490. Medications leave lasting mark on gut microbiome, even years after use

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Medications taken years ago can continue to shape the human gut microbiome, according to a large-scale study from the University of Tartu Institute of Genomics.

491. Study reveals simple nature-based technique to boost well-being

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A new study conducted at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Wisley's Wellbeing Garden has found that simply prompting people to actively notice natural features, such as birdsong, plant textures, and scents, can significantly improve their well-being.

492. Who benefits from digital well-being apps? Shedding light on potential user archetypes

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A new study by the University of Eastern Finland explored who are most likely to adopt and actively use digital apps designed to promote well-being in North Savo, in the Eastern part of Finland. The study found that individuals with lower life satisfaction and those experiencing more challenges in their daily life were more likely to initiate app use. However, app engagement was, ultimately, most active among those with highest life satisfaction.

493. Portable light-based brain monitor shows promise for dementia diagnosis

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Early and accurate diagnosis of dementia remains a major challenge. Standard approaches such as MRI and PET scans can provide valuable information about brain structure and function, but they are expensive, not always accessible, and often too expensive for repeated use.

494. Three caregiver personas emerge from dementia medication management study

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Understanding the strategies and unmet needs of caregivers managing medications for people with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may improve the lives of both caregivers and patients. A recent study, whose authors include Regenstrief Institute Research Scientists Noll Campbell, PharmD, M.S., and Malaz Boustani, M.D., MPH, describes the strategies and unmet needs of caregivers managing medications for people with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.

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