Gene Discovery Helps Fight Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease has long remained a deadly mystery
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Gene Discovery May Help Fight Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease has long remained a deadly mystery. But scientists say they've now pinpointed a rare piece of DNA that may shield against the illness -- even in people who are...
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This Weight-Loss Strategy May Not Help Your Knees

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More Patients Are Having a Say in Their Medical Care

U.S. doctors and patients are making more decisions together, which looks like a win-win for both, researchers say. A new analysis of national survey data found that shared decision...
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