Young children don’t learn words from a popular educational program, but some of their parents think they do.
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A widely prescribed medication with few side effects shows promise in both mice and humans.
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Staying mentally active may delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease but may also prompt rapid cognitive decline once symptoms appear.
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BRCA mutation carriers who opt for surgery survive longer than those who forgo the operation, a new study shows.
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Low lipid levels keep the insects buzzing past bedtime, a new study finds, suggesting a role for metabolism in regulating sleep.
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