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Mediterranean Diet Lowers Dementia Risk in Genetically Vulnerable Adults

A simple diet shift could protect even the most at-risk brains. Researchers from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H.

Aug 25, 2025

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Revolutionary Quantum Physics Algorithm Improves Medical Imaging Quality

A new quantum localization approach developed by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital and other leading institutions represents a major advancement in…

Aug 12, 2025

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Teens Spend One-Fifth of Drive Time Looking at Phones

Teenage drivers spend an alarming 21% of each trip looking at their phones while behind the wheel, according to research from Mass General Brigham that surveyed over 1,100 young drivers across the United States.

Jul 3, 2025

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Vitamin D Supplements May Slow Cellular Aging Process

Taking daily vitamin D supplements could help slow the cellular aging process by protecting telomeres—the protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that…

May 21, 2025

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Gabapentin Shows Unexpected Survival Boost in Brain Cancer Patients

A medication commonly prescribed for nerve pain and seizures may offer new hope for patients with glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of brain cancer.

May 16, 2025

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Heart Rhythm Complexity Predicts Cognitive Decline in Older Adults

New research reveals that the complexity of your heartbeat pattern may predict how well your memory and thinking skills will hold up as you age.

May 7, 2025

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Facial Movements and Pupil Dilation Reveal Tinnitus Severity

Scientists have identified objective biomarkers for tinnitus severity through subtle facial movements and pupil responses to sound, potentially transforming how this widespread hearing disorder is assessed and treated.

May 4, 2025

Brain & Behavior

Brain Study Reveals What Makes People Political Junkies Regardless of Their Views

In a finding that challenges common perceptions about what divides us politically, researchers have identified a specific brain circuit that determines how intensely people engage with politics—regardless of whether they lean left or right.

Apr 10, 2025

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Daily Yogurt Habit Could Shield Against Aggressive Colon Cancer

In a finding that could reshape dietary recommendations for cancer prevention, researchers have discovered that eating yogurt regularly may help protect…

Feb 12, 2025

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Battle of the Grocery Aisles: How America’s Top Chains Stack Up on Processed Food Options

New Database Reveals Stark Differences in Processed Food Options Across Major Grocery Chains An analysis of over 50,000 food products has revealed dramatic…

Jan 13, 2025

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Cancer Treatment Uses RNA to Restore Natural Tumor Fighting Balance

Scientists have developed a novel therapeutic approach that could transform cancer treatment by simultaneously addressing two critical aspects of tumor growth - a breakthrough that shows particular promise for advanced prostate cancer patients.

Jan 10, 2025

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Too Much Sitting A Silent Threat to Heart Health

Could your desk job be silently harming your heart? A new study from researchers at Mass General Brigham reveals that prolonged sedentary behavior is a significant risk factor for heart disease, even for those who exercise regularly.

Nov 16, 2024

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AI Tool Reveals Higher Numbers of Long COVID Cases in Patient Records

Summary: Mass General Brigham researchers have developed an innovative AI algorithm that identifies long COVID cases by analyzing electronic health records.

Nov 9, 2024

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1 in 3 Former NFL Players Believe They Have CTE, Linked to Higher Suicide Risk

Summary: New research shows that 34% of former NFL players believe they have CTE, a condition only diagnosable after death, and those with this belief report more health issues and suicidal thoughts.

Sep 23, 2024