(HealthDay)—Longer duration of bisphosphonate use is associated with an increased risk for atypical femur fracture, according to a study published
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For pregnant patients, number of clinic visits not tied to risk of getting COVID-19
In the spring of 2020, as Massachusetts experienced a surge in COVID-19 cases in the Boston area, four area hospitals
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Blood test may determine coronavirus patients' severity of illness, risk of death: study
One blood type may provide some coronavirus protection, study suggests Preliminary results from an ongoing study suggest that those with
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What’s the risk of catching COVID-19 on public transportation?
The chances of catching COVID-19 on public transportation depend a lot on where you sit, with those closest to an
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Don't buy into superfood – but eating right CAN reduce dementia risk
Don’t buy into the superfood hype… but eating right CAN reduce your risk of dementia: The Mediterranean diet helps keep
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Genetic tool can identify Asian women at higher risk of breast cancer
A genetic study in Asian women, led by Malaysian scientists in collaboration with Singapore and the University of Cambridge, has
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Are your gums saying something about your dementia risk?
Gum disease, especially the kind that is irreversible and causes tooth loss, may be associated with mild cognitive impairment and
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Potential preterm births in high risk women predicted to 73% accuracy, thanks to new technique
A new technique that can spot a potential preterm birth in asymptomatic high-risk women, with up to 73% accuracy months
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Concussion linked to heightened risk of dementia and Parkinson’s disease
Concussion is linked to a heightened risk of subsequent hyperactivity disorder, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease, as well as mood and
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Cardiovascular risk factors linked to faster cognitive decline in midlife
(HealthDay)—Cardiovascular risk factors (CVRFs) are associated with accelerated cognitive decline in midlife, according to a study published online July 15
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