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Air pollution could increase risk of dementia

MILWAUKEE: Middle-aged and older adults who live in towns and cities suffer aging of the brain and increased risk of dementia and strokes because of air pollution, new research suggests.

A study of more than 900 adults found that those living near major roads suffered Read More »

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Researchers find alarming rise in cost of MS drugs over past two decades

MILWAUKEE: Study shows cost of multiple sclerosis drugs increased five to seven times greater than prescription drug inflation, with researchers voicing concern over patient access to life-changing treatments.

A new study shows an ‘alarming rise’ over the last 20 years in the costs of drugs Read More »

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Ultrasounds could give new hope to Alzheimer’s patients

COLUMBUS: Researchers are conducting experiments using ultrasound to destroy the brain plaque blamed for lost cognitive function.

“We were very excited after finding that not only could the ultrasound improve the memory of mice, but also reduced these amyloid plaques which very few treatments that Read More »

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Psychological testing in the service of disability determination

HOUSTON: Broader use of standardized psychological testing for applicants submitting disability claims should improve the accuracy and consistency of disability determinations, says a new report.

Some proponents of mandatory psychological testing argue that it

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