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Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Early Intervention in Cardiovascular Disease And Stroke
A new gene-editing therapy called VERVE-101 has shown promising results in lowering LDL cholesterol levels in patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), a genetic disorder that causes dangerously high levels of “bad” cholesterol.
Many Children Use Melatonin for Sleep: Is It Safe?
Getting a good night’s sleep can be a challenge for people of all ages, including children. In fact, nearly half of school-aged children and preteens take melatonin to help them sleep, and some parents even give the supplement to their preschool-aged children but is it safe?
Home Health Services: The Facts To Know
As the baby boomer population ages, demand for home health services is likely to increase. However, research shows that rural residents are getting the short end of the stick. Home health care is not created equal, and their urban peers seem to be getting better treatment.