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Neuroscience research has rapidly grown over the years, study finds

A study of the impact and research topics of neuroscience papers from 2006-2015 has shown that the number of papers and highly-productive core neuroscience journals has grown, while psychology and behavioral sciences have become more popular research areas.

20 Apr 2017

Increased alcohol consumption linked to higher risk of rosacea in women

Women who are concerned about the health of their skin may want to think twice the next time they reach for a chardonnay or a Cosmo.

20 Apr 2017

Stimulating the brain in younger age can help people stay mentally healthy in later life

Stimulating the brain by taking on leadership roles at work or staying on in education help people stay mentally healthy in later life, according to new research.

20 Apr 2017

AANP urges patients to prioritize sleep for better health and well-being

In recognition of Sleep Awareness Week, April 23-30, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners urges patients to prioritize their sleep to improve their overall health and well-being.

20 Apr 2017

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty found to be safe and effective way for treating obese patients

A new weight loss procedure that reduces the size of the stomach without the need for surgery known as endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty is safe and effective way for the treatment obesity and obesity-related comorbidities such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and fatty liver, according to a new study by NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine researchers.

20 Apr 2017

Gaming can improve physical and mental therapy

Using game features in non-game contexts, computers can learn to build personalized mental- and physical-therapy programs that enhance individual motivation, according to Penn State engineers.

20 Apr 2017

Study finds older, low-income African Americans at elevated risk for binge drinking

Binge drinking tends to be lower among African Americans and Hispanics than non-Hispanic Whites. However, among older adult populations, minority groups are at higher risk for binge drinking.

20 Apr 2017

NCCN Radiation Therapy Compendium adds nine new clinical practice guidelines in oncology

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network continues to build its NCCN Radiation Therapy Compendium with the publication of radiation therapy (RT) recommendations from an additional nine NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology

19 Apr 2017

Study highlights need to increase federal funding for geriatrics education

Without a substantial increase in federal funding for geriatrics education and research we risk further decimating a workforce that is essential to training health professionals on the unique healthcare needs of older adults, say researchers reporting on the impact that Geriatrics Academic Career Awards have had on geriatrics academic careers, health professional training, and the care of older adults.

19 Apr 2017

AATS consensus statement offers guidance on surgical ablation for treatment of atrial fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm that can cause an increased risk of stroke, affects approximately 2.2 million Americans each year. According to projections, that number is set to double in the next 25 years.

19 Apr 2017

Twin study shows which facial features are highly influenced by genetics

Research published this week in Scientific Reports uses computer image and statistical shape analysis to shed light on which parts of the face are most likely to be inherited.

19 Apr 2017

Researchers show how dengue virus employs multiple tactics to evade immune detection

For the human body to mount an immune response to a viral infection, host cells must identify the viral invader and trigger a signaling pathway. This signal then prompts the immune system to attack and subdue the pathogen.

19 Apr 2017

NIH scientists discover mitochondrial 'circuit breaker' that prevents damage to the heart muscle

A team of scientists from the National Institutes of Health has discovered biological mechanisms that appear to prevent damage to the heart muscle's "power grid," the network of mitochondrial circuits that provide energy to cells.

18 Apr 2017

Exposure to TV ads increases likelihood of fast food consumption among pre-schoolers

Pre-school age children who are exposed to child-targeted fast-food advertising on television are considerably more likely to consume fast-food products, according to a recent Dartmouth-led study published in the journal Public Health Nutrition.

18 Apr 2017

Antidepressant use during early pregnancy not linked to risk of autism, ADHD in kids, study shows

A study led by Indiana University suggests that mothers' use of antidepressants during early pregnancy does not increase the risk of their children developing autism or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, conditions previously associated with these medications.

18 Apr 2017

Warning signs about drinking help protect health of pregnant women

The signage varies but the message is working. Drinking by pregnant women is down 11 percent in states requiring point-of-sale warning signs, says a health economist at the University of Oregon.

18 Apr 2017

Study describes algorithm that can predict growth of cancerous tumors

A new study by Yusheng Feng, professor of mechanical engineering at The University of Texas at San Antonio , describes an algorithm that can predict the growth of cancerous tumors, which could help medical professionals judge the best treatment options for patients.

18 Apr 2017

Study highlights impact of familial poverty on toddlers’ brain development

A study carried out by the University of Granada (UGR) has revealed that familial poverty has an impact on the toddlers' brain functioning. Infants belonging to families with lower economic resources and a lower level of education present a more immature functioning and less ability to detect errors.

18 Apr 2017

Research highlights importance of financial literacy to increase autonomy for young adults with autism

More than 3 million people in the United States are estimated to have an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis and annual diagnosis rates continue to rise.

18 Apr 2017

Cigarette accompanied by alcohol provides more pleasure to young adults than marijuana

Young adults get more pleasure from smoking cigarettes while they are drinking alcohol than they do while using marijuana, according to a new UC San Francisco study.

18 Apr 2017

Education News and Research

Neuroscience research has rapidly grown over the years, study finds

Increased alcohol consumption linked to higher risk of rosacea in women

Stimulating the brain in younger age can help people stay mentally healthy in later life

AANP urges patients to prioritize sleep for better health and well-being

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty found to be safe and effective way for treating obese patients

Gaming can improve physical and mental therapy

Study finds older, low-income African Americans at elevated risk for binge drinking

NCCN Radiation Therapy Compendium adds nine new clinical practice guidelines in oncology

Study highlights need to increase federal funding for geriatrics education

AATS consensus statement offers guidance on surgical ablation for treatment of atrial fibrillation

Twin study shows which facial features are highly influenced by genetics

Researchers show how dengue virus employs multiple tactics to evade immune detection

NIH scientists discover mitochondrial 'circuit breaker' that prevents damage to the heart muscle

Exposure to TV ads increases likelihood of fast food consumption among pre-schoolers

Antidepressant use during early pregnancy not linked to risk of autism, ADHD in kids, study shows

Warning signs about drinking help protect health of pregnant women

Study describes algorithm that can predict growth of cancerous tumors

Study highlights impact of familial poverty on toddlers’ brain development

Research highlights importance of financial literacy to increase autonomy for young adults with autism

Cigarette accompanied by alcohol provides more pleasure to young adults than marijuana

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