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Health August 24

Omega-3 may help to protect women from Alzheimer’s disease, new study says

Research reveals biological differences in lipids between sexes as two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer's disease are women, study suggests dietary changes.

Country August 23

Country star Ronnie McDowell told son he was 'having a stroke' during live performance

Country star Ronnie McDowell reveals what he told his son as he was suffering a stroke mid-performance at a Pennsylvania music festival earlier this summer.

Health August 20

Jeff Bezos’ mom’s death spotlights Lewy body dementia symptoms and risks

Jackie Bezos, mother of Jeff Bezos, has died at 78 after battling Lewy body dementia, a complex neurological disorder that affects brain chemicals and cognitive function.

Health August 19

Cutting out alcohol and medicating sooner could prevent 'silent killer,' experts say

Health experts urge earlier blood pressure treatment to prevent heart disease, as well as cutting out alcohol, as new guidelines focus on comprehensive risk factors.

Health August 15

Tennis champion Monica Seles reveals incurable disease as doctor shares what to know

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease causing muscle weakness that fluctuates throughout the day, with symptoms ranging from eye issues to breathing problems.

Health August 15

Specific symptoms could warn of MS more than a decade before diagnosis, study finds

A new University of British Columbia study finds that MS patients visit doctors more frequently for mental health issues and fatigue many years before diagnosis.

Health August 12

Study reveals why ‘super agers’ maintain ‘outstanding memory’ into their 80s

A 25-year Northwestern study finds that super agers maintain exceptional memory through strong social relationships and unique brain characteristics.

Health August 11

'Missing link' to Alzheimer's disease found in study of human brain tissue

New research reveals that lithium helps protect against neurodegeneration and Alzheimer's disease by preventing toxic amyloid plaques from disrupting brain function.

VIDEO August 9

Hits and Misses

 The week’s best and worst from Jason Riley, Allysia Finley and Kim Strassel

Health August 9

Heatstroke tragedies spark urgent nationwide warning about safety practices

Two teen football players recently died from heatstroke during practice, prompting experts to share prevention tips and warning signs to protect young athletes.

Health August 7

Dangerous tick-borne virus causes brain damage in vulnerable young patient

A Boston baby is hospitalized with seizures and brain damage after a tick bite on Martha's Vineyard may have led to Powassan virus, which transmits faster than Lyme disease.