Research reveals that a newly identified stem cell type, activated during aging, drives increased belly fat by producing more fat cells in mice and humans.
Scientists discover what triggers belly fat as we age
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The Elder-Care Delusion
Exploring the myths of elder care in the U.S. and abroad, highlighting reliance on family and the limitations of formal services amid demographic shifts.
Yale study finds nearly half of older adults improved with age
A Yale study reveals that nearly 50% of older adults experience health or cognitive improvements as they age, challenging common assumptions about aging.
People who received flu shots 40% less likely to test positive for influenza, new data show
A new study shows flu vaccination lowered testing positive for influenza by 40% during the 2024-25 season, with additional protection against severe outcomes.
[Editorial] The next steps for chronic kidney disease
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The Lancet outlines future directions for improving treatment and understanding of chronic kidney disease, emphasizing personalized approaches and early intervention.
Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Seniors Access to Special Care, Analysis Shows
Analysis reveals that Medicare Advantage plans often restrict seniors’ access to necessary specialized treatments, raising concerns about care quality and equity.
Vitamin D3 During Pregnancy and Cognitive Performance at 10 Years
A recent study finds that maternal Vitamin D3 supplementation during pregnancy correlates with improved cognitive performance in children at age 10.
Kate Gives Vulnerable Cancer Update After William Confessed He ‘Couldn’t Cope’ if He Lost Her
Kate Middleton has provided a vulnerable update on her health following William’s admission he ‘couldn’t cope’ if she were to face serious illness.
‘Too much tea’ led to a dismissal of a young man’s symptoms before shocking Parkinson’s diagnosis at 20
A man diagnosed with Parkinson’s at age 20 was initially dismissed as drinking too much tea. New details highlight misdiagnosis delays and ongoing life with the condition.
National Park Deaths Dropped in 2025—but One Demographic Accounts for 84 Percent of Them
In 2025, 198 people died at US national parks, with men representing 83% of fatalities. Five parks accounted for 25% of deaths, mostly from vehicle accidents.
