When the Caregiver Becomes the Patient
Study finds those tending Alzheimer's relatives at risk for hospital visits of their own
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New Scan Spots Beginning of Bone Problems in Anorexics
Structural abnormalities start early, researchers report
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Researchers ID Suite of Genes in Aging Process
Biomarkers could provide scientific baseline for anti-aging drug trials, study says
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Compound Tied to Cognitive Deficits in Schizophrenia
High kynurenic acid levels like 'gasoline on the fire' of affected neurotransmitters
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Growth Hormone Boost May Not Slow Alzheimer's
A promising approach in mice disappoints in human trial
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Sport Supplement May Help Shield Seniors From Falls
Beta-alanine boosts muscle, balance, study finds
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Ginkgo No Shield Against Alzheimer's
Taking the herb long-term didn't prevent or curb dementia, researchers say
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China Documents First Case of Tick-Borne Disease Spread
Human-to-human transfer caused by contact with blood, respiratory secretion
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Home-Based Programs Benefit Older Cancer Survivors
They improved ability to live and function when enrolled in tailored interventions
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Diet, Exercise May Modify Breast Cancer Risks
Combined, they produce more potent anti-disease effect in postmenopausal women, study says
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Robots May Come to Aging Boomers' Rescue
These in-home companions could aid, watch over frail elderly, experts say
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Fewer Brain 'Tangles' May Mean Smarter Old Age
Autopsies of quick-witted elderly hint at how they stayed that way
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Psychological Counseling Boosts Breast Cancer Outcomes
Interventions cut risk of recurrence, lengthened disease-free survival, study finds
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Established EU Countries Healthier Than Newcomers
Study says quality years could be extended with more elder-care funds
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Stay Upbeat, Exercise to Help Prevent Cancer in Old Age
Risk factors study found little link between drinking and malignancies
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