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Health news • Apr 02

Scientists cured type 1 diabetes in mice by creating a blended immune system

By creating a hybrid immune system between the host and the donor, researchers were able to transplant insulin-producing cells that were not rejected.

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Health news • Apr 02

How to make the most of your alone time

On any given Saturday, you might find Morgan Quinn Ross, an assistant professor of emerging media and technology at Oregon State University, deep in the...

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Health news • Apr 02

Goodbye, Prediabetes, Hello, Type 2 Diabetes Stages?

Leaders in the diabetes field are proposing eliminating the prediabetes label in favor of type 2 diabetes stages.

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Health news • Apr 02

A deadly bacterial disease is returning, doctors warn, as vaccination rates fall

Hib, a deadly bacterial infection that causes meningitis, is making a comeback, doctors warn. They say the rise in cases is changing the way they practice...

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Health news • Apr 02

US Scientists Sequence 1,000 Genomes From Measles, a Disease Long Eliminated With Vaccines

This week, the CDC began to publish long-awaited data that will reveal the extent of measles' comeback. While applauding the science, researchers say the...

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Health news • Apr 02

Not getting enough protein? Doctors warn of impact on body and brain, and suggest 6 ways to boost absorption

Protein is often linked with muscles, gym routines, and fitness goals. But its role runs much deeper. Every cell in the body depends on protein to grow,...

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Health news • Apr 02

Scientists warn of increased risk of developing MS from long-term air pollution exposure

Air pollution's reputation as a "silent killer" is well-earned. New research indicates that dirty air is also linked to raising the risk of developing...

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Health news • Apr 02

Protein rules that actually matter

Whether you're trying to build muscle or just keep what you have, the protein advice out there is confusing. Let's cut through the noise and get to what...

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Health news • Apr 02

I’m a 72-year-old Pilates instructor who is in better shape than I was at 40—here are the exercises I swear by for deep core strength

Pilates instructor Liz Hilliard is 72 years old and says she's in better shape now than she was at 40. She puts it down to her workout regime.

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Health news • Apr 02

Nutrition expert explains the protein craze, how much you really need

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Americans are obsessed with protein right now, and a nutrition expert said there are several reasons for the surge.

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Health news • Apr 02

Only Actual ER Workers Will Be Able To Ace This ER Quiz...Or Fans Of "The Pitt"

What does the medical prefix "tachy-" mean? Slow. Fast. Painful. Irregular. Advertisement. What does "BP" stand for in medical terminology? Body Position.

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Health news • Apr 02

22YO Convinced She’s Losing Her Mind After Hearing Voices, ER Visit Reveals The Shocking Truth

Human brains can be fascinating and terrifying at the same time. This woman felt like she was losing it after she started hearing voices and hallucinating.

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Health news • Apr 02

Possible measles exposures in Seattle area prompt alert

King County health officials are warning the public of a string of possible measles exposure locations in Seattle and on the Eastside after confirming two...

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Health news • Apr 02

The Best Late-Night Drink for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians

You may spend some time thinking about how the food you eat at night affects your blood sugar, but the truth is, your drink choices have an impact, too.

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Health news • Apr 02

Your Vision Can Predict Dementia 12 Years Before a Diagnosis, Study Suggests

The eyes are a window to the brain – and this outward extension of the central nervous system may reveal early signs of cognitive decline,...

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Health news • Apr 01

Why Younger Adults Need to Be Tested, Treated for Unhealthy Cholesterol Levels

New guidelines released by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) are highlighting a critical need for earlier...

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Health news • Apr 01

4 measles exposure sites identified across the greater Portland area

Health officials are flagging another measles exposure site in Multnomah County: the emergency waiting room at the Providence Portland Medical Center on...

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Health news • Apr 01

A µ-opioid receptor superagonist analgesic with minimal adverse effects

Developing safe and effective pain medications is an ongoing challenge for human health. Agonists for the µ-opioid receptor (MOR) are essential pain...

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Health news • Apr 01

Gen Z, Millennials Are Driving Protein Demand as Others Reject the Trend

Protein is facing some backlash — yet it still reigns supreme as a dietary trend, especially among younger consumers.

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Health news • Apr 01

DNA damage burden causes selective CUX2 neuron loss in neuroinflammation

Neurodegeneration shows regional and cell-type-specific patterns in ageing and disease, but the underlying mechanisms for cell-type-specific neuronal losses...

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