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Doctors reveal hidden danger for some Ozempic, Wegovy users with brain disorders

Doctors reveal hidden danger for some Ozempic, Wegovy users with brain disorders

Neurologists warn that GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like semaglutide may accelerate ALS progression by triggering dangerous rapid weight loss in patients.

'Miracle on the Hudson' hero Captain 'Sully' Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis

'Miracle on the Hudson' hero Captain 'Sully' Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis

Capt. Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger III revealed his early-stage Alzheimer's diagnosis, sharing how he pledges to raise brain health awareness.

Learning another language may keep your brain younger, study suggests

Learning another language may keep your brain younger, study suggests

Bilingual participants had brains appearing six years younger, while those speaking four languages showed brains that were roughly 13 years younger.

The best time to talk to your parents about senior care — before it's too late

The best time to talk to your parents about senior care — before it's too late

A senior care expert says 77% of families wish they'd acted sooner, revealing the subtle signs of cognitive decline to watch for during visits.

Katie Couric couldn't remember the year or the president during frightening brain episode

Katie Couric couldn't remember the year or the president during frightening brain episode

Katie Couric detailed a frightening episode at the Aspen Ideas Festival where she thought Joe Biden was president and couldn't recall the year.

Scientists discover possible link between 9/11 and accelerated aging

Scientists discover possible link between 9/11 and accelerated aging

Researchers found that World Trade Center responders with PTSD showed molecular changes associated with faster biological aging and an increased risk of chronic illness.

Doctors thought man had brain cancer — they found live tapeworms instead

Doctors thought man had brain cancer — they found live tapeworms instead

Doctors suspected metastatic brain cancer in a 60-year-old man, but scans revealed pork tapeworm larvae causing neurocysticercosis.

Dad jokes may be good for your brain in one surprising way, experts say

Dad jokes may be good for your brain in one surprising way, experts say

Dad jokes can lower cortisol by over 36% and boost dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins, offering real stress relief through simple puns and wordplay.

Common vitamin may influence brain aging in ways scientists didn't expect

Common vitamin may influence brain aging in ways scientists didn't expect

New Japanese research links higher vitamin C blood levels to better-preserved brain structure and stronger neural connections in older adults.

Sen Mitch McConnell hospitalized, 'receiving excellent care,' his office says

Sen Mitch McConnell hospitalized, 'receiving excellent care,' his office says

Sen. Mitch McConnell, 84, has been hospitalized for an undisclosed health issue, according to his office, which said he is receiving excellent care.