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
Top Foods and Supplements to Ease Constipation
Recently published research highlights the foods and supplements that actually help ease constipation.
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The Shape of Your Glutes Could Indicate Early Diabetes Risk
MRI mapping shows that sex-specific muscle patterns may be associated with metabolic disease.
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Mediterranean Diet May Trump Current Recommendations for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Many IBS patients struggle to follow the current recommendation of a complicated low-FODMAP diet.
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Social Media Use Linked to Lower Reading and Memory Scores in Children
A recent study found that higher social media use in early adolescence was associated with lower performance in certain cognitive functions.
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Tea and Cocoa May Help Offset Health Risks of Excessive Sitting
Scientists have discovered a dietary defense against sedentary lifestyle risks.
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New Syndrome Affects 90 Percent of Americans—And You’ve Probably Never Heard of It
Experts warn that heart, kidney, and metabolic problems may be more connected–and widespread–than most people realize.
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What Your Hair Can Reveal About Your Health
Experts warn that testing is not yet standardized enough for reliable health screening.
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Treating Restless Legs Syndrome Reduces Parkinson’s Disease Risk
A recent study offers new insight into how restless legs syndrome and Parkinson’s disease may be linked.
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Why Going Gray Might Be Your Body’s Way of Fighting Cancer
Japanese researchers find that going gray may protect against melanoma.
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Fish Oil Nearly Halves Heart Attack Risk in Kidney Patients
A major clinical trial showed that treating three dialysis patients with fish oil may prevent one heart attack, stroke, or death.
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Top Foods and Supplements to Ease Constipation
Recently published research highlights the foods and supplements that actually help ease constipation.
|
The Shape of Your Glutes Could Indicate Early Diabetes Risk
MRI mapping shows that sex-specific muscle patterns may be associated with metabolic disease.
|
Mediterranean Diet May Trump Current Recommendations for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Many IBS patients struggle to follow the current recommendation of a complicated low-FODMAP diet.
|
Social Media Use Linked to Lower Reading and Memory Scores in Children
A recent study found that higher social media use in early adolescence was associated with lower performance in certain cognitive functions.
|
Tea and Cocoa May Help Offset Health Risks of Excessive Sitting
Scientists have discovered a dietary defense against sedentary lifestyle risks.
|
New Syndrome Affects 90 Percent of Americans—And You’ve Probably Never Heard of It
Experts warn that heart, kidney, and metabolic problems may be more connected–and widespread–than most people realize.
|
What Your Hair Can Reveal About Your Health
Experts warn that testing is not yet standardized enough for reliable health screening.
|
Treating Restless Legs Syndrome Reduces Parkinson’s Disease Risk
A recent study offers new insight into how restless legs syndrome and Parkinson’s disease may be linked.
|
Why Going Gray Might Be Your Body’s Way of Fighting Cancer
Japanese researchers find that going gray may protect against melanoma.
|
Fish Oil Nearly Halves Heart Attack Risk in Kidney Patients
A major clinical trial showed that treating three dialysis patients with fish oil may prevent one heart attack, stroke, or death.
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