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Common genetic mutation increases the risk of dementia in men

Common genetic mutation increases the risk of dementia in men

About one man in 36 carries two copies of a tiny change in the HFE gene and that detail can more than double his odds of developing dementia, according to a new analysis of nearly 12,200 Australians and Americans. Dementia already affects about 433,000 Australians, and while women still outnumber men, this fresh genetic signal shows that older males with …

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Popular herbal supplement sent a healthy woman to the ER with liver damage; 5 common supplements that can be fatal to your heart and liver |

Popular herbal supplement sent a healthy woman to the ER with liver damage; 5 common supplements that can be fatal to your heart and liver |

Turmeric has gained popularity for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, but it may not be as safe as many believe. Recent reports show a rise in serious liver injuries linked to turmeric supplements, with some cases nearing liver failure.One alarming example is – as NBC News reported – a woman who took 2,250 mg daily after seeing an influencer’s recommendation …

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11 Common Bedtime Habits Triggering Nightmares — Best Life

11 Common Bedtime Habits Triggering Nightmares — Best Life

We can all agree that nightmares aren’t pleasant. They disrupt our sleep, leave us feeling off in the morning, and, in the case of night terrors, can even impact our mental health. Even scarier, researchers recently found evidence that adults who have nightmares every week are almost three times more likely to die before age 75 than those who rarely …

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The Most Common Chronic Health Conditions in Older Adults

The Most Common Chronic Health Conditions in Older Adults

The most common chronic health conditions While the prevalence of chronic conditions can vary with age, many of the same health issues commonly affect adults over 50. For example, the Preventing Chronic Disease report found that the most frequently reported conditions for adults in midlife (ages 35 to 64) were obesity (37 percent), high cholesterol (37 percent), and high blood …

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Common Pain Medication Linked to Cognitive Decline Risk

Common Pain Medication Linked to Cognitive Decline Risk

Summary: A large U.S. medical records study has found that adults prescribed gabapentin six or more times for chronic low back pain face significantly higher risks of dementia (29%) and mild cognitive impairment (85%) within 10 years. The risks were especially pronounced in younger adults aged 35–64, where rates of cognitive decline more than doubled or tripled compared to those …

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Man’s heart stopped after common bacterium caused ultra-rare infection

Man’s heart stopped after common bacterium caused ultra-rare infection

A 51-year-old man showed up at a hospital in Germany looking as though he was wasting away, with swelling and tenderness in his ankles and knees. Then, his heart stopped. Doctors were able to resuscitate him. Then, they got to work trying to figure out what was wrong. The man told them that for three months he had been suffering …

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