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A salty twist: Diabetes risk study says french fries are a culprit

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Study reveals french fries may increase diabetes risk

Benjamin Davis Tyler

A comprehensive nutritional study has revealed concerning connections between regular consumption of french fries and the development of type 2 diabetes. The research, conducted over several years across multiple countries,…

Scientists say it may be possible to protect aging brains from Alzheimer’s with an old remedy — lithium

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Experts explore lithium’s role in protecting aging brains from Alzheimer’s

Benjamin Davis Tyler

Emerging studies indicate that lithium, a medication that has been used for a long time to manage mood disorders, might play a role in preserving cognitive abilities in older adults…

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Texas surgeon facing bankruptcy amid UnitedHealthcare conflict

Benjamin Davis Tyler

A board-certified surgeon in Dallas finds her thriving medical practice on the brink of financial collapse following an ongoing reimbursement conflict with UnitedHealthcare, one of the nation's largest health insurers.…

CDC warns of mosquito-borne chikungunya outbreak in southeast China

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CDC issues warning on mosquito-borne chikungunya in southeast China

Benjamin Davis Tyler

Health authorities are closely monitoring a rise in chikungunya virus cases across southeastern China, prompting warnings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This mosquito-borne disease, though seldom…

RFK Jr. cuts 0 million in mRNA vaccine contracts, dealing major blow to promising area of research

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$500 million mRNA vaccine contract cancellations by RFK Jr. hurt research innovations

Benjamin Davis Tyler

On a sun-drenched afternoon in Southampton, a bride walked down a garden path surrounded by blooming roses and ivy-draped trellises, her look echoing the grace and charm of Audrey Hepburn’s…

As more young people get screened, more colon cancer is being found early. Here’s how to lower your risk

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With more young adults screened, early colon cancer is caught more often. Steps to lower your risk

Benjamin Davis Tyler

In recent years, a noticeable shift in healthcare practices has led to more young adults undergoing screenings for colon cancer — and as a result, cases of the disease are…