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Common Meds Tied to Faster Mental Decline in Seniors

THURSDAY, Sept. 3, 2020 — A group of widely used medications might speed up older adults’ mental decline — especially if they are at increased risk of dementia, a new study hints. The medications in question are called anticholinergics, and they are used to treat a diverse range of conditions — from allergies, motion sickness… Read More: Common Meds Tied to Faster Mental Decline in Seniors »

Broken bones in mice healed faster by heat-releasing implant

Broken bones don’t always heal perfectly Peter Dazeley/Getty By Yvaine Ye Broken bones also appreciate some warmth. A biodegradable bone implant can stimulate bone regrowth using heat, doubling the amount of bone tissue regrowth in mice. Our bones naturally rebuild themselves after small fractures. But with severe traumas, they can’t always fully grow back on… Read More: Broken bones in mice healed faster by heat-releasing implant »