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A short stay in darkness may heal hearing woes

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From the University of Maryland media release: Call it the Ray Charles Effect: a young child who is blind develops a keen ability to hear things that others cannot. Researchers have long known that very… 

Study finds feeling in control may increase longevity

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From the Brandeis University media release: Do you believe in your own ability to succeed, or do you believe life events are largely beyond your control? Think carefully about your answer — it could affect… 

Vitamin B12 impedes development of Alzheimer’s

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From the University of Oslo media release: Do you know someone who has started to search for words or speak slowly? Or someone who suddenly has problems in finding their way about, remembering simple things… 

Can fish oil help preserve brain cells?

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From the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) media release: People with higher levels of the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil may also have larger brain volumes in old age equivalent to preserving one… 

Heart attacks hit poor the hardest

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From the AFTAU media release: As people get older, their bodies wear down and become less resilient. In old age, it’s common for people to become “clinically frail,” and this “frailty syndrome” is emerging in…