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There is promising news in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease. At the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, researchers say a specially designed shunt stopped the loss of language and memory skills in eight patients who tried it for one year.
It's a small study, but an impressive start. Researchers believe the shunt prevents toxins from accumulating in the brain, slowing the death of cells associated with memory and language loss. So now, a larger study is planned at Stanford.
Anyone watching 2018 World Cup Soccer has to marvel at the referees' quick thinking. But slow-motion video playbacks may alter their ultimate decision, a new study suggests.
Anyone watching 2018 World Cup Soccer has to marvel at the referees' quick thinking. But slow-motion video playbacks may alter their ultimate decision, a new study suggests.
The damaging effects of a concussion are well-known, and new research finds the injuries are common among U.S. high school students.
The damaging effects of a concussion are well-known, and new research finds the injuries are common among U.S. high school students.
Babies exposed to antidepressants during their mother's pregnancy may face a slightly higher chance of having problems with their motor skills, a new review suggests.
Babies exposed to antidepressants during their mother's pregnancy may face a slightly higher chance of having problems with their motor skills, a new review suggests.
High blood pressure is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and stroke, yet has no symptoms of its own
High blood pressure is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and stroke, yet has no symptoms of its own
Letting any teen behind the wheel of a car is nerve-wracking for parents, but if your teen has autism, you may wonder if driving is even possible.
Letting any teen behind the wheel of a car is nerve-wracking for parents, but if your teen has autism, you may wonder if driving is even possible.
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