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Language skills are essential to a child’s ability to communicate and develop. These skills enable children to engage with other people and learn from their surroundings and in the classroom.

Diagnostic guidelines released for limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy

New guidelines will help doctors identify patients with a common memory-loss syndrome that is often misdiagnosed as Alzheimer's disease in older adults.

22 Jan 2025

Global research uncovers varying diabetes mortality risks by ethnicity

While advances in diabetes care have improved survival rates, this study highlights persistent ethnic disparities in mortality risk, urging tailored healthcare strategies to address diverse needs.

22 Jan 2025

New imaging protocol enhances visualization of rare bone marrow cells

Bone marrow plays a crucial role in maintaining hematopoietic stem cells and bone homeostasis. However, research has been hindered by a lack of effective markers and monoclonal antibodies to accurately identify rare LepR+ stromal cells.

21 Jan 2025

Exploring the use of genomic classifier tests in prostate cancer risk stratification

A systematic review found that while genomic classifier (GC) tests may influence risk classifications or treatment decisions for patients with localized prostate cancer (PCa), there is a need for better data on their cost-effectiveness, clinical utility, and their impact on racial and ethnic groups, particularly Black men.

20 Jan 2025

Rethinking mental health research through AI-driven simulations

Recent research highlights generative agents' potential to model complex socio-environmental interactions, transforming mental health studies and interventions.

20 Jan 2025

DDR2 enhances BMP-dependent bone regeneration and reduces heterotopic ossification

Bone loss resulting from trauma, fractures, or disease presents a major global health challenge, often leading to long-term disability.

17 Jan 2025

Air pollution amplifies dementia risk in cardiometabolic disease patients - healthy habits can help

CMD patients face a 2x higher risk of dementia and MCI, but healthier lifestyles can counter air pollution's impact and reduce these risks.

16 Jan 2025

Study reveals AI’s critical flaw in medical decision-making

Large language models excel at answering medical questions but fail to recognize their knowledge gaps, posing risks in clinical applications.

15 Jan 2025

I’m moving forward and facing the uncertainty of aging

It takes a lot of courage to grow old. I've come to appreciate this after conversations with hundreds of older adults over the past eight years for nearly 200 "Navigating Aging" columns.

15 Jan 2025

Dementia risk impacts family planning decisions

Living in a family where there is genetic risk for dementia significantly affects choices about having children and how to parent, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

15 Jan 2025

AI chatbot developed to aid governments in tackling drug resistance

Scientists have developed an AI chatbot similar to ChatGPT to help governments devise effective policies for battling drug resistance.

13 Jan 2025

Genetic risk for dementia shapes parenting and family planning choices

Living in a family where there is genetic risk for dementia significantly affects choices about having children and how to parent, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

13 Jan 2025

New guidelines for correct use of biochemical indices of bone statuss published

The Joint International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) Working Group and the International Federation of Clinical Chemistry (IFCC) Committee on Bone Metabolism have published important updated guidelines for the correct use of biochemical indices of bone status.

10 Jan 2025