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68Ga-Somatostatin Analog PET-CT Linked to Reduced Costs

Reduced costs versus 111In-octreotide scintigraphy for imaging neuroendocrine tumors
Amyloid beta (Aβ)38 has faster turnover kinetics than Aβ40 and Aβ42

AAIC: Turnover Kinetics Vary for Different Amyloid β Isoforms

Half-life of Aβ isoforms about three hours; Aβ38 has faster turnover kinetics than Aβ40, Aβ42
People with heart-healthy habits in their 20s tend to have larger

‘Life’s Simple 7’ Adherence in 20s Tied to Better Brain Health Later

Following lifestyle recommendations in young adulthood pays off later, researchers say
One-third of dementia cases worldwide might be prevented by paying attention to nine risk factors throughout life

AAIC: Targeting 9 Factors Could Cut One-Third of Dementia Cases

Addressing these risk factors could help prevent 35 percent of dementia cases, researchers suggest
Reducing hospital readmission rates for acute myocardial infarction

Reducing Hospital Readmissions Doesn’t Up Mortality Rates

ACA guidelines may mean better follow-up after discharge, researchers suggest
Reductions in opioid dosing might improve pain and function

Reduction of Opioid Dose May Improve Pain, Quality of Life

Opioid tapering involved slowly decreasing dose over time, study author says
Heterologous bilateral hand transplantation in a child has been successful

Hand Transplantation in Child Continues to Be Successful

By 18 months after transplantation, child had exceeded his previous adapted abilities
Even a few extra pounds gained in early or middle adulthood can increase risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension

Chronic Disease Risk Rises With Even Slow, Steady Weight Gain

As little as 11 pounds gained from early to middle adulthood tied to significantly elevated risk
While a plant-based diet can reduce risk of coronary heart disease

Type of Plant-Based Diet Affects Risk of Coronary Heart Disease

Unhealthful plant-based diet index tied to increased coronary heart disease risk
Eating right may help protect brain health in old age

AAIC: Mediterranean Diet May Help Preserve Cognitive Function

New studies suggest that adherence to better diet can improve brain function