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Shining light on night blindness

Shining light on night blindness

February 12, 2024

Animals renowned for their outstanding night vision include owls, cats, tarsiers (a tiny primate in Southeast Asia) — and even the dung beetle. But humans? Not so much. Over time,…

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Could men with advanced prostate cancer avoid chemotherapy?

Could men with advanced prostate cancer avoid chemotherapy?

December 10, 2023

When we think about radiation therapy, we typically picture treatments directed at tumors by a machine located outside the body. Now imagine a different scenario — one in which radioactive…

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Beyond the usual suspects for healthy resolutions

Beyond the usual suspects for healthy resolutions

November 13, 2023

Early in the new year, promises to reboot your health typically focus on diet, exercise, and weight loss. And by now you may have begun making changes — or at…

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Which migraine medications are most helpful?

Which migraine medications are most helpful?

October 25, 2023

If you suffer from the throbbing, intense pain set off by migraine headaches, you may well wonder which medicines are most likely to offer relief. A recent study suggests a…

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A mindful way to help manage type 2 diabetes?

A mindful way to help manage type 2 diabetes?

October 9, 2023

Lifestyle changes like regular exercise, a healthy diet, and sufficient sleep are cornerstones of self-care for people with type 2 diabetes. But what about mind-body practices? Can they also help…

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Why do your prescription drugs cost so much?

Why do your prescription drugs cost so much?

September 26, 2023

I was in line at a pharmacy recently as the customer ahead of me was picking up her prescription. The pharmacist matter-of-factly said: “that’ll be $850.” All she could say…

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Dialectical behavior therapy: What is it and who can it help?

Dialectical behavior therapy: What is it and who can it help?

August 17, 2023

Feeling sad, anxious, or angry at times is a normal part of the human experience. But do you — or someone you’re close to — seem to experience these and…

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How well do you score on brain health?

How well do you score on brain health?

August 13, 2023

Need another jolt of motivation to shore up a resolution to shed weight, sleep more soundly, boost nutrition or exercise levels, or cut back on alcohol? Then you'll be pleased…

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A fresh look at risks for developing young-onset dementia

A fresh look at risks for developing young-onset dementia

July 21, 2023

Dementia usually develops in people ages 65 years and older. So-called young-onset dementia, occurring in those younger than age 65, is uncommon. Now, a new study published in December 2023…

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The art of a heartfelt apology

The art of a heartfelt apology

July 6, 2023

If you’ve been stuck mostly at home with one or more family members over the past year, chances are you’ve gotten on one another’s nerves occasionally. When you’re under a…

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