Earwax plays a natural protective role in our ears, but when it accumulates excessively, it can seriously impact a child's hearing and development. A recent study of 357 preschoolers in India highlights just how widespread this often-overlooked problem ...

Six-year-olds can flip from sunshine to storm in a heartbeat. Scientists now call this flare-up “wobbly-tooth puberty”—the kickoff to ages 6-12, when the brain wires lifelong emotional control and social smarts.

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You know that friend who's always asking "What?" during conversations? Well, scientists just uncovered something intimidating about hearing loss. It's not just making chats awkward—it's rewiring your brain and speeding up mental decline. ...

Earwax isn't just a waxy buildup in your ear. Scientists are discovering it could be a powerful diagnostic tool for detecting serious diseases like cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's. This humble substance might transform medical screening.

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When words become a labyrinth, each syllable a potential trap, speaking changes from a simple act to an intricate navigation. For generations, people who stutter have been told their challenges stem from nervousness, childhood trauma, or personal weakness. ...

New research from Lurie Children's Preventive Cardiology Program confirms that protecting children’s heart health does more than guard their arteries. It sets the foundation for a healthy body and mind for life.

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Hearing aids aren’t just about sound—they may be a shield against dementia. A new study reveals that when hearing loss combines with loneliness, memory decline accelerates.

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Feeling lonely—whether you live alone or not—turns ...

We've all had that moment: walking into a room and suddenly drawing a blank on why we're there. It's frustrating, but usually nothing to worry about. But when do these memory hiccups cross the line from normal to concerning? Neuroscientist Prof. Scott ...

A new study shows that sleep disorders and hearing loss are more connected than previously thought. Understanding their shared biological roots could help protect our hearing and sleep more effectively.

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