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Fountain of cardiovascular youth? One gene may help restore heart health

Health

Studies have shown that the longevity-associated variant (LAV) of the BPIFB4 gene is associated with a longer lifespan in humans and has protective effects in rodent models of cardiovascular disease.A new study shows that LAV-BPIFB4 may exert its cardioprotective effects by promoting the formation of new blood vessels and reducing the number of blood vessel cells that have become senescent and stopped multiplying.The study indicates that inducing the expression of LAV-BPIFB4 in aged mice improved cardiac function and regulation of blood flow to the heart.These findings highlight the therapeutic potential of LAV-BPIFB4 for attenuating the adverse effects of aging on…

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Angelina Jolie Adds Princess Diana’s Favorite Dior Bag to Her Wardrobe

Lifestyle

Investment bags are at the heart of Angelina Jolie’s wardrobe. Saint Laurent’s Icare tote, Celine’s clasp purse and Salvatore Ferragamo’s Studio bag are among her current favorites, and she recently added Dior’s new 95.22 top-handle to her collection. The actor was seen carrying a cream version of the bag in Paris (fitting given its heritage) which offset her black gold-buttoned coat dress and stilettos. The 95.22 making its debut on the maison’s autumn/winter 2022 runway. Unveiled at Dior’s fall 2022 ready-to-wear show, the 95.22 is a new interpretation of the maison’s iconic Lady Dior bag, famously a favorite of Princess Diana’s,…

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Battle over food labels looms as Brussels prepares to make EU-wide decision

Europe

Brussels is to approve an informative food label in the coming months to be used throughout the EU.The European Commission explained to Euronews that the evaluation is still ongoing, but among the options is the Nutri-Score, a traffic light label already used in seven countries, including Belgium, France, Germany and Spain.“I think it’s good advice. I’ll look for that from now on,” one Belgian shopper told Euronews.The Nutri-Score is a five-colour scale that indicates the nutritional quality of a product, taking into account a fixed quantity of 100 grammes or millilitres.Protein, fibre, fruit and vegetables increase the rating, whereas other…

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Algorithm suggests altered speech may be early sign of Parkinson’s disease

Health

Researchers built an algorithm to predict Parkinson’s disease from short speech samples. Their model was able to predict 80-90% of Parkinson’s disease cases. They are now developing their algorithm into an app to help identify those at risk of the condition. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s disease. Over 10 million people around the world receive a diagnosis each year. The underlying mechanisms of Parkinson’s are not yet fully understood. PD is preceded by non-specific symptoms lasting decades, including constipation, apathy, and daytime sleepiness. Motor symptoms, including tremors, freezing, and dizziness, appear late in…

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From queues to visa waivers, here’s how Brexit has changed travel for Brits

Travel

Three years ago today, the Brexit transition period ended and Britain officially exited the European Union.The fallout has touched every facet of British life, with many blaming the current cost of living crisis on Brexit. Travel has also been unalterably changed, with freedom of movement impeded and new visa restrictions to contend with..So how have things changed – and what’s next for British travellers to the bloc?What is the 90-day rule and how does it apply to Brits?Before Brexit, Brits could stay as long as they liked in the EU provided they abided by a country’s rules. Now, they’re subject to…

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