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Scientists found smokers who quit in middle age and older may have a lower risk for dementia than those who continue to smoke. Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images A new study suggests that quitting smoking – even in middle age or beyond – can slow cognitive decline. While cognitive decline naturally occurs with …

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Key Takeaways Lemons and limes are both nutrient-rich. Lemons have slightly more vitamin C, folate, and potassium, while limes offer more citric acid and tangy flavor. Each citrus has its strengths. Lemons support immunity, hydration, and skin health, while limes shine for heart and kidney health. The best choice depends on your goals. Pick lemon for a vitamin C boost—or …

More than 100 students in South Carolina are being quarantined after they were exposed to measles.  In a briefing Wednesday, officials from the South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed 139 students in South Carolina schools are under quarantine because they are all unvaccinated against measles, leaving them vulnerable to infection. The measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is typically given …

Lenacapavir, the first twice-yearly HIV prophylactic in the world, is set to be rolled out in Zimbabwe, one of 10 countries selected for the initial rollout of the injectable drug. “We are excited to announce that Zimbabwe was selected as one of the 10 countries globally to roll out lenacapavir, a breakthrough development in the fight against HIV,” the US Embassy in Harare …

Ibuprofen is a household name – the go-to remedy for everything from headaches to period pain. But recent research suggests this everyday drug might be doing more than easing discomfort. It could also have anti-cancer properties. As scientists uncover more about the links between inflammation and cancer, ibuprofen’s role is coming under the spotlight – raising intriguing questions about how …

Maya Rudolph juggles motherhood and fame, cherishing family dinners despite her kids’ busy schedules. Her go-to meal is miso-glazed salmon with roasted sweet potatoes—a fiber- and omega-3-rich combo. Rudolph’s dish supports gut health thanks to fermented miso and nutrient-packed sweet potatoes and salmon. Maya Rudolph may be the star of Loot and one of the most iconic Saturday Night Live …

Some diseases appear random until science looks closer. Patterns emerge, questions arise, and the search for hidden connections begins. A recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports has done exactly that – uncovering a remarkable geographic relationship between amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and multiple sclerosis (MS). These two debilitating neurological conditions, long believed to be unrelated, now seem …

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‘Severe’ rare virus strain potentially spreading in LA County  SFGATE First locally acquired US case of more severe clade 1 mpox identified in California  CIDRAP Mpox strain that may be more severe appears to spread locally in U.S. for first time  CBS News California officials confirm 1st US case of severe mpox strain with no travel history  ABC News – Breaking News, Latest News …