Researchers analyzed data from five randomized controlled trials evaluating the effects of antihypertensive drugs on the risk of dementia. They found that taking antihypertensive drugs in middle to late life reduced the risk of dementia. They noted that future studies should examine the cognitive effects of lowering blood pressure earlier in life. Observational studies have … Read more
Jerry Lee Lewis, a hard-living, hard-playing pianist and singer whose behind-the-scenes exploits often drew as much attention as his electrifying performances and genre-spanning recording career, has died. He was 87. Lewis, the last survivor of a generation of groundbreaking artists that included Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry and Little Richard, died at home in Memphis, Tenn., … Read more
Share it Article You may share this article freely under the Attribution 4.0 International License. According to a new study, women with high stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic were twice as likely to experience changes in their menstrual cycle compared to those with low stress related to the pandemic. Overall, more than half of … Read more
The Covid-19 pandemic was “more likely than not” the result of a laboratory accident, a US Senate committee has concluded. Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been speculation that the virus has emerged as a result of a lab leak from the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV) in China, who collected and manipulated … Read more
He is a little boy with a cheeky smile, 6 years old, wandering the streets. But when you approach him, he runs away. On this day, Josie watches as her son Jamie (not their real names) plays in the front garden with his siblings at their home in Christchurch. Josie bends down to pick up … Read more
Matthew Perry has covered some very big stars like Jennifer Aniston, Julia Roberts and Valerie Bertinelli in his new book. And the reception has been incredible, with the 53-year-old former Friends star garnering plenty of headlines for being linked to these beautiful women. So it’s no wonder the new author said he’s “nervous” when his … Read more
Former Prime Minister Bertie Ahern said Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael could merge in the coming years as there was now little difference between them in terms of policy, although he himself would not favor such a move. Mr Ahern said a merger of the main partners in the current coalition government “could happen”. “I … Read more
Jerry Lee Lewis, a hard-living, hard-playing pianist and singer whose behind-the-scenes exploits often drew as much attention as his electrifying performances and genre-spanning recording career, has died. He was 87. Lewis, the last survivor of a generation of groundbreaking artists that included Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry and Little Richard, died at home in Memphis, Tenn., … Read more
There seems to be an endless amount of options when it comes to choosing a new Android phone. The variety of price points and features may sway you one way or another. We’ve compiled a list of our favorites to suit all budgets and user needs. You don’t have to spend a month’s rent on … Read more
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 is the latest installment in the hit video game series, and there are a number of suspiciously familiar cars that you can drive… 0 View 13 images The Call of Duty the shooter franchise returns to the shelves of your local gaming stores this weekend Call of Duty: Modern … Read more
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