Mendelian Randomization
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healthBlood Protein GDF15 Linked to Dementia Risk Decades Before Diagnosis
An international study identifies the blood protein GDF15 as a predictive biomarker for dementia risk in individuals under 55, offering a potential target for early intervention.
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healthCaffeine Levels in Blood Linked to Lower Body Fat and Diabetes Risk
Study finds genetic markers show higher caffeine levels may reduce BMI and type 2 diabetes risk, with implications for obesity prevention.
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healthNew Study Suggests More Exercise Offers Superior Heart Protection
A UK study finds that exercising 3-4 times current guidelines may slash heart attack risk by over 30%, though experts urge realistic public health messaging.
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healthHarvard Study Reveals How Common Viruses Hide in Healthy Bodies
A massive genetic study of nearly one million people maps viral DNA loads, linking the Epstein-Barr virus to Hodgkin's lymphoma risk.