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Northeastern researcher says one day oncologists may be able to write exercise “prescriptions” for cancer patients. Getty Images

Can exercise fight cancer? Northeastern researcher builds case with new model

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Northeastern experts say creatine helps older people gain muscle mass when combined with exercise. Getty Images

Is creatine safe and effective for older adults? What the latest research says

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Babies as young as six months can get the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine in areas of Texas with a measles outbreak, several months ahead of schedule. Photo by Jan Sonnenmair/Getty Images

Should children get the measles vaccine ahead of schedule to reduce risk?

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Artificial intelligence is the latest tool employed by network scientists in the race to model infectious disease epidemics — before they occur. Photo by Alyssa Stone/Northeastern University.

Northeastern network scientists are developing AI tools to predict — and prevent — the next epidemic

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Tariffs are likely to raise food costs. Some of your favorite varieties of produce may become less available as well, says Northeastern University food expert. (AP Photo/Peter K. Afriyie, File)

Tariffs may raise food costs. But what about availability for fresh fruits and vegetables?

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The CDC says that a 2020 surveillance study showed that one in 36 eight-year-olds had autism spectrum disorder, which averaged to 4% of boys and 1% of girls. Getty Images

What is causing autism rates to rise? And should we be concerned?

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A Northeastern researcher is departing from previous sleep apnea diagnostics by using brain signals to detect if someone has the condition. (AP Photo/Noah Berger)

Researcher figures out how to diagnose people with sleep apnea while they’re awake

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Portrait of a female nurse in a modern classroom environment. Wearing medical scrubs and writing notes in a notebook. The student is looking directly at the camera and smiling. Another female classmate can be seen in the background working on a laptop.

5 Types of Master’s Degrees in Healthcare to Consider

Exploring healthcare master’s degrees? Discover five options—like public health, nursing, and pharmaceutical sciences—to advance your career.

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Northeastern researchers have partnered with a healthcare provider and digital pathology company to improve its AI cancer detection tools. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Northeastern AI researchers partner with Santovia Path AI and Prima CARE to develop cancer detection tools

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Pope Francis has been in the hospital since last month battling double pneumonia. Photo By: Alexandra Buxbaum/Sipa USA via AP Image)

Pope Francis remains hospitalized for double pneumonia. How common is his condition among the elderly?

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