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Air pollution could worsen Alzheimer’s and dementia symptoms, according to a new study.Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have found that air pollution may accelerate the buildup of toxic proteins in the brain, which can speed up cognitive decline.The study, published in JAMA Neurology, investigated how fine particle matter (PM2.5) was linked to brain changes seen in dementia and Alzheimer’s and the severity of […]

A common chemical that is widespread in the U.S. has been linked to an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, researchers say.In a recent study published in the journal Neurology, researchers found a "small but measurable increase in Parkinson’s risk" linked to trichloroethylene (TCE), which has been found to spread in the air, water and soil in the U.S.TCE is a chlorinated solvent commonly used for degreasing metal parts and in […]

A growing number of marijuana users are driving while high — and it’s costing them their lives.More than 40% of victims of fatal vehicle accidents over the past six years have had elevated levels of THC in their blood, a new study shows. The drug screenings were performed during the autopsy process.THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the main psychoactive compound in the cannabis plant, is what causes the "high" feeling of euphoria that […]

Globally, sepsis infection is the leading cause of death in children, taking more than 3.4 million lives per year, according to the Sepsis Alliance — and 85% of these deaths occur before age 5.Sepsis among children is a very difficult and elusive problem for physicians to diagnose and treat, with almost 10% of cases being missed in the emergency room.When children are admitted with the infection, the average length of […]

If counting sheep isn’t working, Americans may want to hit the fruit aisle next time they are at the grocery store.Certain fruits packed with natural hormones and minerals can help people fall asleep. Board certified and licensed dietitian nutritionist Kendall Mackintosh told Fox News Digital that there are fruits that are "rich in melatonin and antioxidants that help regulate circadian rhythms and repair cells overnight."TRENDING BEDTIME HACK SAID TO IMPROVE […]

With nearly a quarter of all adults experiencing chronic back pain, many Americans are now seeking alternatives to opioids for meaningful relief.A recent study, "BackInAction," shows that manual acupuncture treatments can be an effective pain treatment for adults. The National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded study compared usual medical care such as medications or physical therapy, to similar care plus acupuncture.POPULAR BACK PAIN MEDICATION LINKED TO BRAIN HEALTH RISKS IN SOME […]

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An experimental drug could help to improve movement for patients with spinal cord injuries. NVG-291, an injectable peptide, has been tested in a phase 2 trial with eligible patients — some of whom noted remarkable outcomes.Larry Williams, a trial participant based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, shared with Fox News Digital that he’s been able to walk again after an accident that caused paralysis.FOUR FAMILIES ARE DESPERATE TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THEIR CHILDREN’S […]

Smoking marijuana and playing some video games may seem like a chill night for some — but both hobbies have been linked with psychosis in a variety of studies.Fox News' Alexis McAdams reported on this link during an "America Reports" segment on Thursday, citing NIH data that found young men who use marijuana are at the highest risk of developing psychotic illnesses like schizophrenia.McAdams applied this information to the recent […]