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A recent study from Linköping University reveals that the appearance
of the thymus gland, observed through chest CT scans, is linked to
the aging of the immune system, impacted by sex, age, and lifestyle.
The thymus, previously considered insignificant in adult life due to fatty
degeneration, appears to play a more significant role in the immune
system, with fatty degeneration linked to lower T-cell regeneration,
potentially affected by factors like gender, abdominal obesity, and
dietary habits.
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Exercising for at least 30 minutes, three times a week, has been found
to be as effective as medications like Viagra in improving erectile
function, according to a recent analysis published in The Journal of
Sexual Medicine. The study revealed that aerobic activities, such as
walking or cycling, showed significant improvement in erectile function
across men with varying degrees of erectile dysfunction, even in those
with severe cases.
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Hitting the snooze button, a common habit among sleepers, was
found to not significantly disrupt sleep quality in new research
published in the Journal of Sleep Research. The studies suggested
that, for some individuals, snoozing could mitigate morning grogginess
without majorly affecting sleep duration or cognitive performance.
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The Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi, granted FDA approval, could
potentially be administered through weekly subcutaneous shots at
home, according to research findings from Eisai, offering a more
convenient treatment option for patients compared to the current IV
infusion method. Despite some concerns about potential side effects,
the subcutaneous form has shown promise in reducing amyloid
plaques, marking a significant advancement in Alzheimer's treatment,
although its usage has been limited, and the drug's administration
costs and coverage considerations remain areas of interest.
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