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Puzzling cancer and Alzheimer's link explored in new study: 'SHORT QUOTE'A new study may help clarify a long-observed link between cancer history and reduced Alzheimer’s risk.The research, published in the journal Cell, used mouse models to explore how the biological changes associated with cancer may affect the progression of the most common dementia type.The findings suggest that certain cancers release a protein called cystatin-C that can travel through the bloodstream […]

A new study may help clarify a long-observed link between cancer history and reduced Alzheimer’s risk.The research, published in the journal Cell, used mouse models to explore how the biological changes associated with cancer may affect the progression of the most common dementia type.The findings suggest that certain cancers release a protein called cystatin-C that can travel through the bloodstream and enter the brain, an area that many Alzheimer’s treatments […]

Caring for grandchildren could slow down mental decline in older adults, according to a recent study published by the American Psychological Association. Steve Doocy spoke to grandparents in Florida about the findings on "Fox & Friends" on Monday. Many of them described how staying active with their families keeps them mentally sharp."They're always chasing them and doing things," one grandmother noted. "Keeps your mind active."4 ANTI-AGING APPROACHES REVEALED IN 2025 THAT […]

A little-known brain blood vessel disorder could quadruple the risk of dementia in older adults, according to a preliminary study from the American Heart Association.Cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA) is a condition in which protein builds up in the brain and weakens blood vessels. As people age, some of these proteins can collect in the brain’s blood vessels with few to no symptoms, according to the association. ALZHEIMER’S DECLINE COULD SLOW DRAMATICALLY WITH […]

An outbreak of tuberculosis (TB) has been linked to a San Francisco high school.The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) issued a health advisory on Jan. 29 about the outbreak, which has been tied to Archbishop Riordan High School.TB is a curable bacterial infection that targets the lungs, but can also infect other organs, according to Johns Hopkins. It is an airborne contagion that can be spread through coughing, […]

Amid conflicting guidance, GLP-1 weight-loss trends and recent updates to dietary guidelines, navigating nutrition advice can feel overwhelming.As weight-loss conversations increasingly focus on medications, some Americans may be looking for more natural ways to quiet what’s often called "food noise."Here are some tips to help tune it out.WEIGHT-LOSS EXPERTS PREDICT 5 MAJOR TREATMENT CHANGES LIKELY TO EMERGE IN 2026Food noise can be described as frequent thoughts about food that can […]

Chicago health officials are warning residents to be alert for symptoms of meningococcal disease after several recent infections were reported in adults across the city.Seven cases of Neisseria meningitidis infections have been identified since mid-January, according to the Chicago Department of Public Health.Two people have died as a result of the infection, the department said.FLU BY STATE: WHERE THIS SEASON’S HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS VARIANT IS SPREADING THE MOSTHealth officials have traced […]

The U.S. is in the thick of flu season, with many states reporting "moderate to very high activity" of influenza-like illness, according to the CDC.With influenza A (H3N2), or subclade K, making up a large portion of the circulating viruses, doctors emphasize the importance of getting the most recent flu vaccinations, staying at home while sick and washing hands frequently, among other prevention tactics.If you’ve been exposed to or infected […]

An extreme, all-or-nothing fitness regimen is going viral again as millions seek rapid weight loss and mental toughness through its relentless daily rules. But as health experts warn the intensity may be unrealistic for many people, lighter versions of the challenge are also picking up steam.Fueled by social media buzz and dramatic celebrity transformations, the viral 75 Hard challenge, created in 2019 by entrepreneur and podcaster Andy Frisella, requires participants […]