Fox-news/health/brain-health

• Cancer may trigger unexpected defense against Alzheimer’s disease, researchers say - New research reveals why cancer patients may have lower Alzheimer's risk. Scientists discover that cancer releases a protective protein that clears brain plaques.
• Meningitis cases rise in major Midwestern city, prompting public health alert - Chicago health officials issue urgent alert after seven meningococcal disease cases, including two deaths. Know the symptoms and warning signs.
• Daredevil climber's brain shows no fear during extreme stunts: Experts reveal why - In a death-defying feat, Alex Honnold of the U.S. scaled Taipei 101 in Taiwan with no ropes or support. Scientists reveal how his fearless brain is different from other brains.
• Study reveal why chewing gum might actually help with focus and stress relief - Brain imaging studies shed light on why humans have chewed gum for 8,000 years with research showing chewing activates regions tied to attention and stress regulation.
• Your sleep and activity patterns may reveal hidden brain health risk, study suggests - A new study finds that sleep timing is linked to dementia risk, as people with weak circadian rhythms face a 2.5 times higher risk of developing cognitive decline.
• Alzheimer’s disease could be reversed by restoring brain balance, study suggests - A new method of reversing Alzheimer's shows promise in an animal study, as researchers at University Hospitals restore brain energy molecule NAD+.
• Dairy consumption linked to lower dementia risk in surprising new study - Surprising Swedish study of 27,670 adults finds high-fat cheese and cream linked to lower dementia risk over 25 years of detailed follow-up research.
• Nutrient deficiency linked to heart disease risk for millions, new study warns - Global omega-3 deficiency affects 76% of people worldwide, significantly increasing risks for heart disease, cognitive decline and chronic inflammation.
• Is your diet missing a brain-boosting common nutrient? New anxiety study raises concern - A new UC Davis study finds that people with anxiety disorders have 8% less choline in key brain regions, a nutrient found in eggs and fish that may influence anxiety.
• Creative hobbies keep the brain young, study finds — here are the best ones to pursue - International study of 1,400+ adults reveals creative activities like music, dance, and art make brains appear biologically younger than actual age.