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Women who adhere to the Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes the consumption of healthy fats, are 40 percent more likely to…
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End-of-life talks lacking between doctors, patients
Although many older patients in Canada have thought about end-of-life care and discussed it with family members, a new study…
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The fountain of youth? Brain region found to control aging
For the first time, a brain region has been found that may control aging throughout the whole body, a new…
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New scan reveals proof of brain damage in living, retired NFL players
Concern has recently been on the rise for young athletes – especially football players – as increasingly compelling evidence points…
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Live to 120? Most Americans say no thanks
Ninety birthdays maybe, but not 120: Americans hope to stretch out life expectancy another decade or so, but they’re ambivalent,…
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Heart risk assessment tests also predict cognitive decline
Having risk factors for heart disease in middle age is associated with cognitive decline, according to a new study. The…
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