After a common heart surgery, some patients experience migraines with visual auras — temporary vision disturbances, such as flashing lights and zigzag lines. The reason for this unusual complication was a mystery, but now, research hints that blood clots in the brain may be the culprit. “These [clots] have previously not been thought to result in any symptoms or to …
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TL;DR Gabapentin might raise dementia risk by ~30–40% in frequent or long-term users . Younger users (35–64) seem especially affected It’s not proof of cause—but strong enough to rethink long-term use. Other meds have similar risks—be informed across the board. Lifestyle is a powerful buffer—exercise, mindful diet, social engagement, mental stimulation. Chat with your doc, don’t self-diagnose or detox alone. …
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As large language models (LLMs) grow more capable, the challenge of ensuring their alignment with human values becomes more urgent. One of the latest proposals from a broad coalition of AI safety researchers, including experts from OpenAI, DeepMind, Anthropic, and academic institutions, offers a curious but compelling idea: listen to what the AI is saying to itself. This approach, known …
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Interested in why the moon looks like it does tonight? Wonder no more, here’s what you need to know about tonight’s moon, as it moves through the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle is a series of eight unique phases of the moon’s visibility. The whole cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA, and these different phases happen as the …
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