News
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Many Young Adults Have High Long-term Risk for Cardiovascular Disease, Study Finds
A recent Northwestern Medicine study published in JAMA has found that one in seven U.S. adults between the ages of 30 and 59 years have a high 30-year risk for cardiovascular disease.
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Protein Implicated as Driver of Lung Cancer
Northwestern Medicine scientists have uncovered how a testis-specific protein contributes to tumor growth and progression when it is missexpressed in lung cancer, according to a study published in Science Advances.
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Fewer Long-Distance Runners Die of Cardiac Arrest, Study Finds
Fewer long-distance runners are dying from heart problems during organized races, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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Sugary Drinks Linked to Gut Bacteria Changes and Diabetes
Sugary drinks have been linked to changes in the gut microbiome and higher diabetes risk in Hispanic and Latino populations, according to study published in Cell Metabolism.
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Northwestern Launches Pioneering Medical Research Institute With $10 Million Gift From Trustee Kimberly Querrey, Bringing Her Total University Giving to $391 Million
Northwestern University Trustee Kimberly K. Querrey has made a $10 million gift to create and enhance the Querrey Simpson Institute for Regenerative Engineering at Northwestern University.
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ALS Drug Effectively Treats Alzheimer’s Disease in New Animal Study
A small-molecule compound developed by Northwestern scientists improves neuron health in animal models of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study published in PNAS.
Media Coverage
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US News & World Report
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Virtual Singing Programs Boost Mood, Well-Being Of Isolated Seniors
Singing can be a balm for the soul, but does it still soothe if a person is singing alone in a virtual crowd?Yes, says a pandemic-era study that tested whether seniors received any emotional or mental benefit from participating in a virtual choir during COVID-19 lockdowns. Isolated seniors said they felt less anxiety, better social…
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WebMD
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Tick Season Is Back, but New Lyme Treatment Is on the Horizon
Tick season is back, and so is the threat of Lyme disease, with cases expected to climb yet again as climate change fuels tick activity. But two new studies point to new treatment options on the horizon: Researchers have identified new strategies that could make it easier to stop infection early and also reduce the…
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US News & World Report
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Mood Disorders Have Increased Among Kids, Teens
Depression and anxiety have been increasing steadily among children and teenagers in recent years, a new study says. More than 1 in 10 children (10.6%) suffered from anxiety in 2022, up from 7.1% in 2016, researchers reported April 21 in JAMA Pediatrics. “Our findings underscore the critical need to prioritize youth mental health, which continued…
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Yahoo! News
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New Heart-Health Measurement May Help Identify Silent Heart Disease
It’s no secret that your smartwatch churns out all kinds of data on a regular basis, including your daily step count and your average heart rate, which provides helpful insights into your health and wellness. But new research suggests that actually combining those two numbers will give you a better peek into how efficiently your…
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USA Today
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Jeannie Rice, 77, is running the Boston Marathon and shattering records. What’s her secret?
Boston Marathon hopeful Jeannie Rice has turned heads – from fellow athletes and health enthusiasts to researchers – for her superior physical health in her late 70s. Rice, 77, is a medical marvel. She’s a world record-holder in various distances for people her age (including a marathon), with the highest VO2 max ever recorded in…
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USA Today
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Acid reflux impacts about 20% of American adults. What causes it?
While the occasional heartburn episode usually isn’t an indicator of anything major, continuous and recurring symptoms may be an indication of a health issue, such as acid reflux, that’s worth consulting your doctor about. Acid reflux is referred to in the medical community as gastroesophageal reflux (GER), or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for more severe…
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How cell stress setpoints shape neuromodulatory neuron function
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