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Zita Oravecz will develop tools to identify early signs of Alzheimer’s and related dementia (ADRD), funded by @NIHAging. “We can identify risks for ADRD much earlier in life, maybe even 20 years before an official, clinical diagnosis would be possible.”

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A research team from Penn State recently found that new modeling is as effective at predicting outcomes with a small number of data points—as few as 10 or 20—as it is with more data. This method was applied in the Couples and Health Lab.

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A new study has found that insomnia sleepers and nappers, two of four distinct sleep types, have a significantly higher likelihood of chronic health conditions. The good news is that better sleep habits can decrease these chances 😴.

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Involvement in the criminal justice system has significant adverse impact on women with opioid-use disorder, according to new research from Penn State.

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Facing the challenges of middle age? Aches and pains, forgetfulness, and new sources of anxiety? Check out the @nytimes User's Guide to Midlife, featuring Dave Almeida and his advice on navigating stress.

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