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A study of 926 older adults found that closely following the Planetary Health Diet, which is designed to be good for both people and the planet, was linked to a 29% lower risk of developing dementia and a 30% lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. This suggests that a sustainable diet rich in plant-based foods may be a powerful tool for protecting brain health and delaying cognitive decline as we age.
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Researchers mapped the brain networks connected to injuries that cause unconsciousness, finding that lesions in different locations all linked to a common circuit involving areas for arousal and complex thought. This discovery of a shared “consciousness circuit” could guide future treatments, like targeted brain stimulation, to help restore awareness in patients with severe brain injuries.
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An analysis of essential medicine lists in Africa found that, on average, one in every eight recommended medicines has known genetic factors that affect how a person responds to the drug, yet this information is not currently considered. Incorporating this pharmacogenomic data could make treatments safer and more effective for Africa’s genetically diverse population by helping doctors choose the right drug or dose based on a patient’s genetics.
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