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Study links partners to lower post-meal glucose
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— Sep 23, 2026
An Israeli study found that people had smaller post-meal blood-sugar spikes and returned to baseline faster when eating with a loved one than when eating alone. Researchers describe this as “social physiology”; they also reported better temperature regulation and reduced stress responses with social partners, suggesting close relationships may influence basic bodily processes, though the findings do not establish a treatment for metabolic conditions.
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Study Links Diastolic Pressure to Brain Lesions
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— Sep 14, 2026
Campaigns like Know Your Numbers Week are encouraging blood pressure checks amid data showing strong control in parts of the South East and progress in reducing health inequalities, while new research links higher diastolic blood pressure to brain white matter damage and emphasizes the bottom number's importance in assessing vascular health. Experts explain what systolic and diastolic readings mean for overall health, including brain health, and discuss how everyday habits can help manage blood pressure and inform aging-related decisions.
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Years After Mistaken Thanksgiving Invite, Accidental Tradition Continues
Reporting
— Nov 17, 2021
Thanksgiving is one of the most family-oriented holidays — a time for gratitude, reflection and creating more memories. Wanda Dench and Jamal Hinton aren’t related by blood, but they’ve forged an unbreakable bond and…
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Kennedy Cousin Backs Biden Over RFK Jr.
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— May 27, 2024
Blood may be thicker than water, but that hasn’t stopped another relative of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from endorsing President Joe Biden in the upcoming presidential election. Former Rep. Patrick Kennedy (D-R.I.) announced…
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EXCLUSIVE: Asst. Commerce Secretary Roth Reveals The Issues Facing Classrooms That Rely Too Much On Screens
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FDA approves Alzheimer's blood test for age 40+
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— Aug 24, 2026
The FDA has cleared several Alzheimer’s blood tests, including PrecivityAD2 for adults 40 and older to aid diagnosis in symptomatic cognitive decline (not a general screening tool), and Elecsys pTau217 tests for those 55 and older to detect amyloid pathology and rule in or out Alzheimer's in various care settings, expanding access through Roche’s installed lab network and major providers. These tests, developed by Roche with Lilly and by other providers, aim to simplify early diagnosis and broaden eligibility for related treatments and care pathways.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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ETH Zurich breathalyser tracks fat metabolism globally
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— Jul 22, 2026
ETH Zurich researchers have developed a handheld, smartphone-assisted breathalyzer that measures acetone to monitor fat metabolism within about 90 seconds, with laboratory-level accuracy validated against mass spectrometry across 312 breath samples from 12 adults. The Nutrion device aims for at-home monitoring to tailor diets and metabolic therapies for obesity, diabetes, epilepsy, and related conditions, potentially reducing reliance on blood tests and enabling personalized treatment across different metabolic scenarios.
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Pentagon mandates testosterone screening for men over 30, symptom checks for women
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— Sep 3, 2026
The Pentagon rolled out mandatory testosterone blood testing for all active-duty and reserve service members aged 30 and older, with younger men tested only on request or if symptoms warrant evaluation, while women will undergo symptom-based screening rather than routine testosterone tests; the program aims to boost readiness by identifying hormonal and energy-related health issues. The initiative has drawn criticism from some doctors about the lack of robust evidence for universal screening, and the FDA plans to convene a panel in mid-September to discuss testosterone use in medicine.
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Derek Foss
Seems like a lot of money and time for something you can already ask your doctor about if you're feeling off. Wonder what the actual data shows.
Researchers Reveal 3D Genome Folding Linked to Alzheimer's Brain Changes
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— Jul 23, 2026
Multiple studies from CMU, Pitt, and UW connect Alzheimer's pathology to changes in the genome’s 3D architecture, linking genome folding to gene activity with advanced techniques like GAGE-seq and the Hicformer AI model to map these changes in brain tissue. Additional work highlights age-related genome regulation shifts, including microglial turnover and blood-brain barrier cell decline, alongside a mid-stage drug trial where an anti-tau therapy showed potential to slow cognitive decline, underscoring 3D genome remodeling as a core facet of disease and aging beyond amyloid and tau alone.
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