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A large study of over 1,200 people found that having trouble sleeping was linked to a faster decline in a key Alzheimer’s protein in the brain. This suggests that poor sleep may actively speed up the early biological processes of Alzheimer’s disease, not just be a symptom.
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In a study of nearly 7,000 women, older age was linked to lower odds of major complications after laparoscopic hysterectomy for endometriosis, despite the surgeries taking longer. This finding challenges the assumption that older patients automatically face higher surgical risks for this condition, highlighting the importance of individualized assessment.
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A national UK study of nearly 8,000 day-surgery patients found that while most were satisfied with their pain relief, nearly 1 in 5 needed to seek extra help from community health services like their GP after going home. This reveals a significant hidden burden on primary care and suggests post-discharge support systems for pain management need improvement.
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