A breakthrough medical technology can save the lives of children with heart defects. Scientists have developed the first-ever heart valve that grows with the child, reducing the need for risky heart surgeries in the future.
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Iron in brain shows cognitive decline in people with Parkinson’s
A cutting-edge MRI technique to detect iron deposits in different brain regions can track declines in thinking, memory and movement in people with Parkinson’s disease, finds a new UCL-led study.
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The fat around our arteries may play key role in keeping the blood vessels healthy
A Michigan State University researcher is adding new evidence to the argument that the fat around our arteries may play an important role in keeping those blood vessels healthy.
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UTHealth Consortium On Aging leads movement to improve health care for older adults
When she asked an elderly patient, who had high blood pressure and diabetes, what was most important to her, Jessica Lee, MD, MS, was surprised by the answer.
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A good night’s sleep can help teens navigate challenging social situations
A new Michigan State University study found that a good night’s sleep does adolescents good – beyond helping them stay awake in class. Adequate sleep can help teens navigate challenging social situations.
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New insights about the ‘extra’ heartbeat in some people
People may feel a flip-flop in their chest when they’re under stress, haven’t slept well or even during normal activity.
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KHN’s ‘What the Health?’: The labor pains of ‘Medicare for All’
Labor unions are divided over whether to endorse a Democratic candidate for president in 2020 — and, if so, whom to choose.
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Silent COVID-19 Cases May Stymie Screening Efforts
As countries work to slow the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19, a new study shows why the methods they are currently using to screen international travelers may not be catching everyone who’s infected.
What the western diet is doing to your brain
The Western Pattern Diet (WPD) or also known as the Standard American Diet (SAD) is a modern-day style diet that mostly contains high amounts of processed foods, red meat, high-fat dairy products, high-sugar foods, and pre-packaged foods, that increase the risk of chronic illness.
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Intracranial stent appears to be safe and effective for reducing recurrent stroke risk
A brain stent appears safe and effective for reducing the risk of recurrent stroke in patients with cholesterol-clogged brain arteries, according to late breaking science presented today at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2020.
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