Thursday 5 December 2019

Drug Reduces Delusions in Dementia Patients

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The drug eases hallucinations that can cause anxiety, aggression and physical and verbal abuse.



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New Results for Experimental Alzheimer's Drug

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Studies on aducanumab were halted earlier this year because the drug didn't appear to be effective. But the new results suggest it's effective at a high dose, the Associated Press reported.



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7 Heroin Users Die From Flesh-Eating Bacteria in San Diego


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Weight-Loss Surgery a Boon for the Heart

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The research included 38 obese patients who had weight-loss surgery and 19 obese patients who were on the waiting list for weight-loss surgery.



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What to Expect from Periods After 40

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Before your periods end, your body goes into a phase called perimenopause, which could last 2 to 10 years. During this time, there can be all kinds of changes in your cycle.



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