George Citroner
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George Citroner reports on health and medicine, covering topics that include cancer, infectious diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. He was awarded the Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) award in 2020 for a story on osteoporosis risk in men.
LATEST
Common Diabetes Drug Blocks Benefits of Exercise
New research suggests metformin may interfere with metabolism.
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Dark Chocolate Ingredient Linked to Slower Biological Aging
Researchers from King’s College London have found that theobromine is associated with slower cellular aging.
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Cutting Corners on Sleep May Shorten Your Life, New Research Finds
Sleep emerges as the second-strongest predictor of lifespan after smoking.
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Common Gout Drug May Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes
A widely used gout medication may offer added protection when paired with standard heart treatments.
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Vomiting Syndrome Linked to Cannabis Use Increased Sevenfold
The symptoms can be extreme and, at their worst, have been dubbed “scromiting,” or screaming in pain while vomiting.
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Black Cumin May Lower Cholesterol and Blood Lipids, Study Suggests
Experts warn that results are preliminary and the spice isn’t a stand-alone solution.
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Microplastics Found in Human Bones May Accelerate Aging and Weaken Skeleton
As the incidence of fractures is projected to rise by 32 percent by 2050, scientists warn microplastics may be the culprit.
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Current Heart Attack Guidelines Miss Nearly Half of At-Risk Patients, Study Finds
Doctors should be screening for plaque—not just risk factors—according to new research.
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1 in 3 People Live With Chronic Headaches, Study Finds
Pain medication overuse fuels global headache disorders, according to new research.
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Top Foods and Supplements to Ease Constipation
Recently published research highlights the foods and supplements that actually help ease constipation.
|
Common Diabetes Drug Blocks Benefits of Exercise
New research suggests metformin may interfere with metabolism.
|
Dark Chocolate Ingredient Linked to Slower Biological Aging
Researchers from King’s College London have found that theobromine is associated with slower cellular aging.
|
Cutting Corners on Sleep May Shorten Your Life, New Research Finds
Sleep emerges as the second-strongest predictor of lifespan after smoking.
|
Common Gout Drug May Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes
A widely used gout medication may offer added protection when paired with standard heart treatments.
|
Vomiting Syndrome Linked to Cannabis Use Increased Sevenfold
The symptoms can be extreme and, at their worst, have been dubbed “scromiting,” or screaming in pain while vomiting.
|
Black Cumin May Lower Cholesterol and Blood Lipids, Study Suggests
Experts warn that results are preliminary and the spice isn’t a stand-alone solution.
|
Microplastics Found in Human Bones May Accelerate Aging and Weaken Skeleton
As the incidence of fractures is projected to rise by 32 percent by 2050, scientists warn microplastics may be the culprit.
|
Current Heart Attack Guidelines Miss Nearly Half of At-Risk Patients, Study Finds
Doctors should be screening for plaque—not just risk factors—according to new research.
|
1 in 3 People Live With Chronic Headaches, Study Finds
Pain medication overuse fuels global headache disorders, according to new research.
|
Top Foods and Supplements to Ease Constipation
Recently published research highlights the foods and supplements that actually help ease constipation.
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