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A smartphone app delivering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) significantly reduced depressive symptoms in patients with recurrent pregnancy loss, though no single component of the therapy was more effective than another. This suggests that accessible digital mental health tools can provide meaningful support for this vulnerable group, even if the specific ‘active ingredient’ remains unclear.
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Higher intake of vitamin D from food and supplements is linked to a significantly lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) in women, especially in regions like Norway with limited sunlight. This finding strengthens the case that vitamin D itself, not just sun exposure, plays a direct role in protecting against this neurological disease.
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Distinct patterns of inflammation in the blood, measured by specific proteins, are associated with different stages of Alzheimer’s disease and whether brain amyloid is present. This discovery helps untangle the complex role of the immune system in Alzheimer’s and points to potential new biomarkers for tracking the disease.
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People with obesity show a measurable imbalance in their brain’s electrical activity patterns, as seen in EEG recordings, compared to those without obesity. This provides direct neurobiological evidence linking obesity to differences in how the brain dynamically organizes its activity, which may influence behavior and metabolism.
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For children with a specific type of chronic eye inflammation not linked to arthritis, starting treatment with the biologic drug adalimumab was more effective at achieving remission than starting with the standard drug methotrexate. This finding could shift treatment strategies, especially for more severe forms of childhood uveitis affecting the back of the eye.
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