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Steer Clear of Raw Milk, Researchers Warn

Risk of foodborne illness is much greater without pasteurization.

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Repurposed experimental cancer drug restores brain function in mouse models of Alzheimer’s disease

NIH-supported research enables clinical trial to explore treatment for most common form of dementia

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In a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease, amyloid beta clusters (red) build up among neurons (green) in a memory-related area of the brain.

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Lots of Leafy Greens Might Shield Aging Brains, Study Finds

Vitamin K thought to slow deterioration.

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Report Shows Progress in America's War on Cancer

Small, but steady declines in deaths seen over past decade.

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Scientists Sniff Out Origins of Body Odor

Discovery could lead to more targeted ways to keep offensive smell at bay.

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Promoting maternal interaction improves growth, weight gain in preemies

Method teaches mothers how to interpret and respond to subtle cues of premature infants

An intervention to teach mothers of preterm infants how to interact with their babies more effectively results in better weight gain and growth for the infants, according to a study funded in part by the National Institutes of Health.

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Spring Allergies Have Arrived

Expert offers tips to tame springtime sneezing and sniffling.

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Processed Foods the Biggest Chunk of Calories in U.S. Grocery Bags: Study

These items tend to have more fat, sugar and salt than unprocessed foods, researchers say.

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Young People At Risk of Second Injury After Knee Surgery

Study finds repeat problems common after early ACL repair.

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Painful Knee Arthritis May Be Linked to Premature Death

Connection is likely due to limited mobility, researcher says.

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