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Los científicos descubrieron un mecanismo detrás de las variaciones genéticas anteriormente relacionadas con la esquizofrenia. Estos hallazgos podrían llevar a desarrollar nuevos enfoques clínicos.

Aproximadamente 1 de cada 3 adultos estadounidenses tiene presión arterial alta, pero muchos no lo saben. A la presión arterial alta a veces se la llama el “asesino silencioso”, porque si bien no suele presentar síntomas, puede provocar enfermedades que ponen en riesgo la vida, como un ataque cardíaco o un accidente cerebrovascular. La buena noticia es que la presión arterial alta, o hipertensión, con frecuencia se puede prevenir o tratar. Un diagnóstico precoz y cambios sencillos hacia una vida más saludable pueden evitar que la presión arterial alta afecte gravemente su salud.

Scientists sequenced the genomes of nearly 100 samples of Ebola virus from patients in West Africa. The findings are helping researchers track the origin and spread of this deadly virus.

Can you separate facts from myths about weight loss, nutrition, and physical activity? How do you recognize a heart attack or stroke? How many drinks is too many?

About 29 million Americans have diabetes, and many more are at risk because of excess weight, family history, or age.

A carefully structured, moderate physical activity program helped vulnerable older people maintain their mobility.

Most of us know that smoking is unhealthy. So why do so many people still do it? The answers are complex. Researchers have found effective ways to help people quit smoking—or prevent them from starting in the first place. The tricky part is putting these tools to use. We can all take steps to help stamp out smoking.

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NIH-funded scientists are exploring innovative ways to fix faulty organs and tissues or even grow new ones