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• Alzheimer’s may start shrinking two brain regions years before memory loss

  Researchers at Johns Hopkins University found that tissue loss begins in the entorhinal cortex and amygdala up to a decade before clinical symptoms appear. These changes are driven by an abnormal accumulation of tau protein and precede deterioration in the hippocampus. Recognizing these initial structural shifts could allow clinicians to diagnose patients earlier and intervene before widespread neurological damage takes hold.

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• Zimbabwe’s HIV gains face a test among young people

  Health advocates warn that decades of progress against the virus could unravel as effective antiretroviral treatments lead a new generation to treat infection as a manageable condition rather than a severe threat. Despite the unprecedented availability of preventative measures like PrEP and PEP, economic strain and uneven service access hinder youth uptake. Without sustained intervention, medical experts caution that regional infection rates could quickly rebound.

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• Homecoming of sorts: Meeting the housing and care needs of Singaporeans as they age

  Policymakers are adapting local environments as research reveals an overwhelming preference among older residents to remain in familiar surroundings rather than relocate to specialized facilities. To address this demand, authorities are upgrading community infrastructure and expanding localized care services to ensure seniors can live independently within their existing housing estates. This shift aims to preserve established social connections while delivering necessary daily medical and social support directly i…

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