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Researchers Uncover Signal Needed for Blood-Brain Barrier

July 12, 2023

The signal, produced by neurons, helps the barrier form and maintain its protective properties

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Study: Hip Fracture Burden to Nearly Double Worldwide by 2050

June 20, 2023

Treatment gaps found in all countries, men particularly affected

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Ludwig Grants Fund Research on Neurodegeneration

June 7, 2023

HMS scientists will conduct basic research on neurodegeneration with therapeutic potential

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Decrease Oxygen to Boost Longevity?

May 23, 2023

Study offers tantalizing clues that oxygen reduction may extend life span

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Newly Identified Genetic Variant Protects Against Alzheimer’s

May 15, 2023

Discovery points to new common disease pathway, treatment target

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Scientists Regenerate Hair Cells that Enable Hearing

April 19, 2023

Researchers move closer to gene therapy solution for hearing loss

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Tech Use, Depression in Older Adults

April 18, 2023

Study indicates link between tech use, anxiety, depression

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Cognitive Changes Affect Ability to Walk, Talk at Same Time

March 21, 2023

Dual-task walking performance may be an early indicator of accelerated brain aging

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Postoperative Delirium and Cognitive Decline

March 20, 2023

Study highlights importance of delirium prevention to preserve brain health

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Collaboration Propels Research on Untreatable Neurodegenerative Disease

March 10, 2023

HMS scientists developing novel therapy for specific form of frontotemporal dementia

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Millions May See Lower Out-of-Pocket Costs for Heart Medications

March 7, 2023

Inflation Reduction Act may make cardiovascular therapy more affordable for Medicare beneficiaries

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Physically Demanding Work Tied to Male Fertility

February 23, 2023

Occupational factors associated with higher sperm concentrations and serum testosterone

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