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A new study shows that a simple blood test can help predict a person’s general thinking and memory abilities (called “cognitive ability”) by looking at specific chemical markers on DNA.
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This test, called “MethylCog,” could one day be a way to screen for early signs of thinking problems, like mild cognitive impairment (MCI), which can be a precursor to dementia, all from a simple blood draw.
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A major study of over 300,000 people in Scotland found that people with heart failure have a slightly higher risk of developing cancer.
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The research also revealed that people with both cancer and heart failure have a very high risk of death, and are equally likely to die from their heart disease as they are from their cancer, highlighting the need for integrated care for these patients.
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A new study tested the idea of using virtual, international classes to teach doctors across Latin America about how to care for newborn babies with brain conditions (neonatal neurology).
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The research found that this kind of online educational series is feasible and can work well, which could be a powerful way to improve medical training and care for babies with brain problems in areas with limited access to experts.
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