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The Heart Failure-Cancer Connection

Cancer treatment can weaken the heart, but now it appears the reverse is also true: heart failure raises the risk of certain cancers. >

A Multisensory Treatment for Parkinson’s

Dancing with music stimulates the mind and body and appears to slow or halt the most debilitating symptoms of Parkinson's disease. >

Doctors Weigh Pros and Cons of Prescribing Hot-Button Alzheimer’s Drug

The recent FDA approval of the drug Aduhelm has created a quandary for doctors and patients. Can its modest effectiveness justify its cost? >

The Tryptophan-Microbiome Connection

Aging may leave us deficient in tryptophan, an amino acid that helps us sleep and avoid depression. What you should eat to avoid issues. >

Disrupted Sleep Offers a Clue to Parkinson's

Poor circulation in the brain is the cause of a certain sleep disorder. It also may predict who goes on to develop Parkinson’s disease. >

Is It Better to Give or Take?

Doing things for others -- and having others do things for you -- can help you live a longer and happier life. But which matters more? >

Successful 50 Lb. Losers

Some people who lose a significant amount of weight gain it back; others manage to keep it off. Here's what sets successful losers apart. >

For Those Over 75, CRC Screening Can Still Make a Difference

The thinking about colorectal cancer has been that past a certain age, screening offers few benefits. That no longer appears to be true. >

Aspirin for Heart Disease? Less May Be More

Low-dose aspirin offers undeniable benefits for heart patients, a study finds. There are some risks, so talk to your doctor before starting. >

Omega-3s Boost Longevity

Stress brings cellular aging that shows up in the tips of chromosomes. Omega-3 fatty acids, even in supplements, can prevent this damage. >

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