Monroe County Medical Society

03/10/2026

Measles outbreaks are costing the U.S. millions of dollars. The true losses can't be counted.https://buff.ly/8Rh0fRL

03/09/2026

GLP-1s could help curb substance use disorders, from alcohol to opioids, study suggests https://buff.ly/PAdJstU

03/07/2026

A Smarter Map for the Brain: Surgeons Pioneer Next-Generation Navigation

The new technology is based on more than a decade of collaboration and research by URMC neurosurgeons and neuroscientists and helps plan procedures that maximize tumor removal while preserving speech, movement, and other critical functions.

03/06/2026

Scientists discover a key to staying mentally sharp in old age

“SuperAgers” with superb memories in their 80s and 90s produce more new brain cells than people some 50 years younger, according to a new study.

03/05/2026

Frequently Distracted? Science Says, Blame It on Your Brain Rhythms https://buff.ly/LzvZWce

Researchers at the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at the University of Rochester find that you may not be as focused as you think. A new study discovers our attention shifts multiple times each second.

03/04/2026

What to Know Before Buying Weight Loss Drugs Online

Many patients are getting GLP-1s from websites and medical spas. But there’s much less oversight.

03/03/2026

Blood test “clocks” predict when Alzheimer’s symptoms will start

A model developed by WashU Medicine researchers to estimate Alzheimer’s symptoms onset could speed development of preventive treatments.

03/02/2026

Foot Health Important as We Age

Features Golden Years Top Stories  February 3, 2026 Foot Health Important as We Age Posted By: admin Foot expert: ‘Do not hesitate to ask for help’ By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant   Taking good care of your feet can help you stay active and doing what you enjoy. It can also reduce risk of falling...

02/28/2026

Are Earbuds Bad for Your Ears? What Parents and Adults Should Know

Are earbuds bad for your ears? Learn how high volume, long listening times, and sharing earbuds can affect hearing in kids and adults.

02/27/2026

13 Surprising Habits That Quietly Age You Faster

Chronic dehydration can shrink brain tissue and impair memory. Skimping on oral hygiene may lead to heart disease. Chronic stress accelerates cellular aging.

02/26/2026

Creatine for Beginners: Should You Take It?

There are many misconceptions about creatine. Here’s what you should know, including its potential benefits and risks.

02/25/2026

Fight Off Winter Blues

Features Golden Years Top Stories  February 3, 2026 Fight Off Winter Blues Posted By: admin By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant   Whether seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or the more mundane “winter blues,” it’s not uncommon to feel down during the coldest, darkest months of the year. Jen Muscato,...