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A new study found that combining a blood test for Alzheimer’s (p-tau217) with a week of at-home digital memory tests is better at predicting future cognitive decline in older adults than the blood test alone. This two-part approach helps identify which individuals are at the highest risk for imminent memory loss, allowing for earlier and more targeted preventive care.
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A large survey of UK hospitals found that, six months after a major safety warning, most have stopped routinely prescribing long-acting opioid pills for patients going home after day surgery. However, significant gaps remain, as many hospitals still aren’t properly warning patients about the risks of these powerful painkillers or telling their family doctors not to renew the prescriptions.
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Researchers discovered that a specific bile acid, called deoxycholic acid (DCA), is found at higher levels in the blood of people with painful hand osteoarthritis. This finding links gut health and metabolism directly to joint pain and opens new avenues for understanding the causes of osteoarthritis beyond simple wear and tear.
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