health50+Researchers Identify Potential Driver of Aging in Immune Cells
A study found that immune cells losing their ability to clear away damaged cells may contribute to aging. Blocking a specific receptor in mice helped
Sep 27
health50+Study Finds Dementia Risk Factors in People Over 90
A recent study examined dementia risk in people over 90 and found that sex, race, and genetics play a significant role. The study also identified indi
Sep 27
health50+Ozempic Shows Promise in Slowing Aging in Mice
Scientists have found that semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, may help slow aging in older healthy mice. The drug improved memory, muscle
Sep 27
health50+Study Finds Link Between Cialis and Higher Glaucoma Risk
A large study of nearly 74,000 men found a potential link between long-term use of Cialis and a higher risk of glaucoma. The study showed men taking t
Sep 27
health50+Midlife Exercise and Healthy Blood Sugar Linked to Better Brain Health
Research suggests that exercising and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels in midlife may help slow cognitive decline later in life. This connection
Sep 27
health50+Gene Linked to Sleep and Alzheimer's-Related Brain Changes
Researchers have found a connection between a gene involved in the brain's overnight cleaning process and the impact of poor sleep on Alzheimer's-rela
Sep 27
health50+Scientists Discover Mechanism to Reduce Inflammation
Researchers have found a natural process that helps the immune system shut down inflammation. This discovery could lead to new treatments for chronic
Sep 26
health50+Study Finds Sucralose Byproduct Damages DNA in Human Cells
A study found that a chemical related to the artificial sweetener sucralose damages DNA in human cells. Later research has provided more information a
Sep 26
health50+Scientists Discover Brain Wiring Linked to Preserved Cognition
Researchers have found that the brain's short-range wiring may help protect cognitive function as people age. Healthier connections beneath the brain'
Sep 26
health50+Researchers Study Bat DNA for Clues to Longer Life
Scientists are examining the DNA of long-lived bats to understand their immune defenses and cell regeneration strategies. This research aims to uncove
Sep 26
health50+AI Analysis of Reddit Posts Reveals Unexpected Symptoms Reported by Ozempic Users
An AI analysis of 400,000 Reddit posts found that users of certain medications, including Ozempic, reported unexpected symptoms. The symptoms included
Sep 26
health50+New Topical Drug Shows Promise in Reversing Skin Aging and Accelerating Healing
A newly developed topical drug has been shown to reverse skin aging and speed up the healing process in older mice. The treatment works by reactivatin
Sep 26
health50+Global Pandemic Treaty Signed But Not In Effect
A global pandemic treaty has been signed to help countries prepare for and defeat future pandemics. The treaty's implementation is currently on hold d
Sep 26
health50+Experimental Compound Shows Promise in Reducing Alzheimer's Symptoms
Researchers have discovered a potential new treatment for Alzheimer's disease that prevents damaging protein clumps from forming in the brain. The exp
Sep 26
health50+Researchers Identify Potential Mechanism for Alzheimer's Spread
Scientists have discovered that a common brain protein may help Alzheimer's disease spread through the brain by carrying toxic proteins. This finding
Sep 26
health50+Researchers Find Possible Cause of Long COVID Fatigue and Brain Fog
Brain scans have revealed that long COVID may damage dopamine releasing neurons in the brain. This discovery could lead to new treatments for persiste
Sep 25
health50+Scientists Restore Sleep in Mice with Alzheimer's
Researchers have found that overactive immune cells in the brain contribute to sleep loss in Alzheimer's disease. Temporarily removing these cells in
Sep 25
health50+Scientists Identify Potential Shortcut to Anti-Aging Benefits
Researchers have found that moderate calorie restriction can lower an immune protein associated with chronic inflammation. Blocking this protein in mi
Sep 25
health50+CDC Opens State Ordering for COVID-19 Vaccines
The CDC has started allowing states to order COVID-19 vaccines. The move comes after a delay that the health department had attributed to unfinished p
Sep 25
health50+New Brain Tumor Test Reduces Diagnosis Time to Hours
A new test for brain tumors can provide results in hours, reducing the wait time for patients. This rapid diagnosis allows patients to start treatment
Sep 25health50+FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Multi-Cancer Blood Test
An FDA advisory panel has recommended approval for a blood test that can detect up to 50 forms of cancer. The test, called Galleri, is developed by th
Sep 24
health50+Yale Study Finds Improvement in Nearly Half of Older Adults
A long-term study by Yale found that nearly half of adults over 65 showed improvement physically, mentally, or both over time. The study also found a
Sep 24
health50+Mediterranean Diet Linked to Higher Levels of Heart and Brain Protective Proteins
A study found that older adults who closely followed the Mediterranean diet had higher levels of tiny proteins that protect the heart and brain. The d
Sep 23
health50+Trump Administration Removes 760,000 From ACA Coverage
The Trump administration has removed 760,000 Americans from ACA coverage due to concerns over fraud. This decision was announced by JD Vance and Dr. M
Sep 23
health50+Scientists Identify Brain's Resistance to Alzheimer's
Researchers have found that some brains can resist Alzheimer's disease by helping immature brain cells survive damage. This discovery could lead to ne
Sep 23
health50+Alzheimer's Brain Changes May Start Years Before Plaques Appear
Researchers found that brain changes associated with Alzheimer's may begin at least seven years before amyloid plaques can be detected. This discovery
Sep 23
health50+Ozempic and Wegovy's Active Ingredient May Slow Biological Aging
Researchers have found that semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, slowed biological aging markers in adults with HIV. The findings
Sep 23health50+Scientists Discover New Genetic Layer in Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers have found that the 3D organization of DNA is disrupted in brain cells affected by Alzheimer's disease. This discovery could lead to new u
Sep 23
health50+Sleeping 6.4 to 7.8 Hours a Day Linked to Lowest Aging Levels
Researchers found that sleeping about 6.4 to 7.8 hours per day is associated with the lowest aging levels. Both too little and too much sleep were lin
Sep 22
health50+Statin Use After Diabetes Diagnosis Linked to Lower Dementia Risk
A Danish study found that people who started taking statins within a year of being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes had a lower risk of developing demen
Sep 22health50+Scientists Discover Link Between Immune Response and Rapid Aging
Researchers have found that some genetic disorders linked to rapid aging may be caused by the body's overreaction to damaged DNA. This overreaction ca
Sep 22
health50+RFK Jr. Names 8 New Members to USPSTF Task Force
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed 8 new members to the USPSTF task force. The USPSTF plays a crucial role in determining insurance coverage for prev
Sep 19
health50+Study Finds Link Between Osteoporosis Drugs and Lower Alzheimer's Risk
A study of over 121,000 older adults in Hong Kong found that certain osteoporosis drugs may be linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease. The stud
Sep 16