Top stories in health and medicine, August 8, 2013

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1. Higher Blood Sugar Tied to Dementia Risk. Higher glucose levels had a significant association with an increased risk of dementia in older, nondiabetic individuals.
2. Scientists Urge Controversial H7N9 Studies. A star-studded group of influenza researchers is calling for genetic experiments on the H7N9 avian flu strain that could lead to so-called “gain-of-function” mutations.
3. Cocoa May Boost Brain Function in Seniors. Older people with impaired neurovascular coupling at baselinewho drank two cups of cocoa a day for a month had significant improvement in cognitive function and blood flow in the brain.
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Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - August 8, 2013 Category: Family Physicians Tags: News Infectious disease Neurology Source Type: blogs