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.
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Many US Baby Formulas Contain More Than 60 Percent Added Sugar: Study
Only five of 73 infant formulas studied met healthy sugar standards.
Normal Vitamin B12 Levels May Still Be Too Low for Brain Health, Study Finds
A UCSF study finds lower but still ‘normal’ B12 levels linked to slower cognitive processing and brain damage in older adults.
The Role of Vitamin A in Measles Management
Research suggests vitamin A can help reduce complications in those already infected.
Cancer Cells ‘Cooperate’ to Survive, Study Finds
Targeting a specific enzyme could disrupt how cancer cells share nutrients, potentially leading to new treatments.
Anti-Swelling Drug Suppresses Immune System, Undermines Brain Cancer Treatment
New research reveals dexamethasone may significantly hinder immunotherapy effectiveness.
Gout Is a Genetic Condition, Triggered by Lifestyle Factors: Study
A new study analyzing 2.6 million DNA samples challenges long-held beliefs about diet and lifestyle.
Daily Cup of Tea May Help Filter Heavy Metals From Water, Study Finds
Scientists have found that heavy metal particles adhere to the surface of tea leaves.
Eating Yogurt May Lower Risk of Specific Colon Cancer
People who ate at least two servings of yogurt per week had a 20 percent lower rate of a specific type of tumor.
Screen Time Linked to Increased Risk of Nearsightedness in Children, Study Finds
Even one hour of screen time a day significantly increases the risk of nearsightedness, especially for children, a new study suggests.
Popular Artificial Sweetener May Increase Insulin Levels, Research Shows
The research was inspired by a can of diet soda.
