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Epigenetic Clues in Metabolic Syndrome

July 9, 2026

The research focuses on two DNA markers—5‑methylcytosine (5‑mC) and 5‑hydroxymethylcytosine (5‑hmC)—that may signal changes in the body’s metabolism. Metabolic syndrome, a mix of health problems like high blood pressure, excess belly fat, and insulin resistance, has been linked to shifts in how g

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Relaxation boost: Can Yoga Nidra help people with seizure-like episodes?

July 6, 2026

Doctors often treat people with functional dissociative seizures (FDS) using psychoeducation—a method that teaches patients about their condition. FDS causes sudden episodes that look like seizures but don’t show up on brain scans. While psychoeducation is widely used, researchers are exploring othe

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Baby’s Silent Warning: When a Tiny Fall Becomes a Big Mistake

July 5, 2026

The emergency room is a place where quick decisions can save lives, but they also carry the risk of mistakes. This case shows how a small fall in a young child can lead to serious consequences if doctors overlook subtle clues. The little patient was only a few months old and could not talk about

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Bigger Health Clinic Opens in Dakota Dunes with More Options

July 1, 2026

A new health clinic in Dakota Dunes is now giving people more ways to get care in one place. Instead of dealing with multiple buildings for different needs, patients can now find several services under one roof. This expansion means shorter trips, quicker referrals, and fewer stops when someone need

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The Hidden Struggle Behind Inflammatory Bowel Disease

June 29, 2026

Bowel urgency is a major issue for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), yet it doesn’t get enough attention. Studies show that between 30% and 98% of IBD patients experience this symptom, which means they suddenly need to find a bathroom without delay. What’s worse, this urgency often stays

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Prostate cancer surgery choices: what men need to know

June 28, 2026

When prostate cancer spreads, doctors often use surgery to cut off the body's supply of testosterone. This hormone fuels cancer growth. Two main methods exist: removing just part of the testicles or taking them all out. Each approach reaches the goal but may affect patients differently. Researchers

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Q‑Bone: A Smart Tool to Spot Bone Loss Early

June 26, 2026

The Q‑Bone system is a new digital helper that looks at X‑ray pictures of teeth to find bone loss. It was made by researchers who worked in several dental offices and used different kinds of imaging machines. Instead of just reading the pictures, Q‑Bone uses a special computer program that learns

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How workplaces and hospitals team up for healthier teams

June 26, 2026

North Idaho just got a new example of how companies can step up for their employees’ health. A medical clinic run by Kootenai Health opened last year inside Hagadone Corporation buildings, giving workers and their families free, on-demand primary care right where they work. It’s not the usual office

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Balance Tests vs Lab Measures in MS: What Really Matters

June 24, 2026

Researchers studied 30 people with multiple sclerosis, averaging a disability level of about three on the EDSS scale. They compared common clinic balance checks—like the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Timed Up and Go (TUG), and others—to detailed lab data from gait analysis, force plates, and 3‑D motion

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Are headaches different in men and women?

June 23, 2026

Headaches aren't one-size-fits-all — especially cluster headaches. These intense, one-sided pains happen in cycles and strike fast, often waking people up in the middle of the night. But do these attacks affect men and women differently? Researchers dug into study after study to find out. Their goal