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Heart disease, weight gain linked to higher breast cancer risk after menopause

After menopause, individuals with cardiovascular disease and weight gain may face a higher risk of breast cancer, recent research suggests.

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Mediterranean diet may not improve brain health in all aging populations

Following a Mediterranean diet long-term may have weight loss benefits but it may not be enough to enhance cognitive function in all aging populations, a new study indicates.

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Just 1 hotdog per day could harm your health, study finds

Eating even small amounts of processed meat may raise the risk of serious diseases, including cancer, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease, a recent study has found.

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Why are colorectal, other GI cancers on the rise in younger people?

More and more studies are looking for an answer as to why gastrointestinal cancer cases are on the rise in ever younger populations.

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Clinical test may predict best rheumatoid arthritis biologic for each individual

A new clinical test may be able to predict which biologic may be the most effective for each individual with rheumatoid arthritis and help take the guesswork out of treatment, a new study suggests.

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Vaccine additive thimerosal deemed unsafe by the CDC: 3 things to know

Infectious disease specialist Monica Gandhi, MD examines recent claims about the safety of thimerosal, a preservative used in some flu vaccines in the United States.

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Parkinson's: Cough medicine may help slow down cognitive decline

Ambroxol, a cough medication, may help stabilize the neuropsychiatric symptoms of Parkinson's disease dementia, a new study suggests.

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Can fiber help you lose weight? Dietitian answers 5 key questions

A registered dietitian answers key questions about fiber — why we need it, how much we need to consume, whether supplements like psyllium husk can aid weight loss, and more in this podcast.

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Medical News Today’s In Conversation podcast engages with expert voices across various fields. The conversations focus on a range of topics, from the latest news in science to the deepest scientific conundrums.

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Psoriasis and inflammation: What is the link?

While there is no cure for psoriasis, there are steps a person can take to reduce psoriasis-related inflammation and increase the chances of reaching and maintaining remission.