Health Matters Repeats of DNA sequences, often referred to as “junk DNA” or “dark matter,” that are found in chromosomes…
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Healthier diet linked to slower pace of aging
Health Matters A healthier diet is associated with a reduced dementia risk and slower pace of aging, according to a…
Breakthrough in automated dosing systems
Health Matters Rice University synthetic biologists have found a way to piggyback on the glucose monitoring technology used in automated…
Liver immune system eats up bad cholesterol
Health Matters A new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden reveals that immune cells in the liver react to high…
Blood-based marker to identify sleep deprivation
Health Matters A blood test that can accurately detect when someone has not slept for 24 hours has been developed…
Folic acid can help prevent birth defects
Health Matters A team of international researchers – including experts from the University of Central Florida and Emory University –…
Healthy exercise key to good night’s sleep
Health Matters Early riser or night owl, everyone appreciates a good night’s sleep. But despite the best of intentions, quality…
Mild cognitive impairment can lead to dementia: Study’
Health Matters Individuals with mild cognitive impairment, especially of the “amnestic subtype” (aMCI), are at increased risk for dementia due…
Tiny magnetic particles in air linked to Alzheimer’s
Pic: Health Matters2 Magnetite, a tiny particle found in air pollution, can induce signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, new…
Higher education helps life’s longevity
Health Matters Participants in the Framingham Heart Study who achieved higher levels of education tended to age more slowly and…