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Rowan University partners with DMHAS to provide treatment services for people with substance abuse disorders

The Department of Family Medicine at the Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine has entered into a two-year $973,000 agreement with the New Jersey Department of Human Services Division of Mental Health Addiction Services to provide early intervention and treatment services for individuals who have, or are at risk for, substance abuse disorders.

11 Dec 2015

UB physicians testing new exercise treatment for concussion

The standard of care for acute concussion may undergo a dramatic change, depending on the results of a new exercise treatment that physicians at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo have developed and begun testing. It is the first randomized, controlled clinical trial of this exercise treatment for concussion.

11 Dec 2015

Sex differences in the brain may provide clues to why certain forms of autism more common in males

Many early-onset neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorders, are more common in males than females. The origin of this gender bias is not understood, partially due to a major gap in research on sex differences regarding how the brain typically develops.

11 Dec 2015

Single dose of psilocybin decreases anxiety, depression in cancer patients

A single dose of psilocybin, the major hallucinogenic component in magic mushrooms, induces long-lasting decreases in anxiety and depression in patients diagnosed with life-threatening cancer according to a new study presented today at the annual meeting of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology.

11 Dec 2015

Report shows relationship between sensation seeking, reward sensitivity and cannabis use

Sensation seeking is a personality trait that describes a person's tendency to seek out novel and exciting experiences, and a high level of sensation seeking has been implicated as a risk factor for addiction.

11 Dec 2015

Apigenin improves neuron formation, strengthens connections between brain cells

Brazilian researchers from D'Or Institute for Research and Education, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and Federal University of Bahia have demonstrated in laboratory that apigenin, a substance found in parsley, thyme, chamomile and red pepper, improves neuron formation and strengthens the connections between brain cells.

11 Dec 2015

LSD reduces connectivity within human brain networks

LSD is known to cause changes in consciousness, including "ego-dissolution", or a loss of the sense of self. Despite a detailed knowledge of the action of LSD at specific serotonin receptors, it has not been understood how this these pharmacological effects can translate into such a profound effect on consciousness.

11 Dec 2015

Providing novice surgeons with regular feedback can help prevent blood clots among hospitalized patients

A study of general surgery residents at The Johns Hopkins Hospital suggests that in the efforts to prevent dangerous blood clots among hospitalized patients, regular, one-on-one feedback and written report cards work a lot better than the usual group lectures that newly minted surgeons receive as part of their training.

11 Dec 2015

Children with cleft lip or palate and spina bifida at increased risk for abuse

Children born with cleft lip or palate and spina bifida are at an increased risk for abuse before the age of 2, according to researchers from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

11 Dec 2015

Study offers valuable insight into early identification of ASD

An increasing proportion of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are undergoing recommended evaluation in the preschool years--but population rates of ASD remain higher in eight-year-olds compared to four-year-olds, reports a study in the Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, the official journal of the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.

11 Dec 2015

Specific deep-brain circuit's firing frequency can alter forebrain activity, alertness levels

Adjusting a specific deep-brain circuit's firing frequency immediately and dramatically alters rats' forebrain activity and alertness levels, Stanford University School of Medicine investigators have shown.

11 Dec 2015

WGU accepts applications for new master's degree program to prepare professionals in healthcare industry

Western Governors University is now accepting applications for a new online master's degree program aimed at preparing professionals for senior leadership roles in healthcare.

10 Dec 2015

Innovative solutions to combat dementia event

Pauline Latham MP OBE hosted the University of Derby at the Houses of Parliament last week, for an event highlighting innovative approaches to cope with the rise of dementia.

From University of Derby Online Learning 10 Dec 2015

TCS, VUMC partner to drive innovation in healthcare and life sciences fields

Tata Consultancy Services, a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, today announced a new partnership with Vanderbilt University Medical Center to drive innovation in the healthcare and life sciences fields.

10 Dec 2015

Understanding different forms of MS may lead to better therapeutic approaches, treatments

Understanding the boundaries between relapsing and progressive multiple sclerosis is essential to finding better therapeutic approaches and treatments for patients living with MS, according to Jerry S. Wolinsky, M.D., of the University of Texas in Houston.

10 Dec 2015

New heart failure drug may increase patients' risk of Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration

Patients with mild heart failure stand to benefit from a new drug that can halt the progression of their disease and reduce their risk of cardiovascular-related death. But the drug -- a tablet that combines the agents valsartan and sacubitril, sold under the trade name Entresto by drugmaker Novartis -- may be too good to be true, according to Arthur M. Feldman, MD, PhD, Executive Dean of the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Chief Academic Officer of the Temple University Health System, and Laura H. Carnell Professor of Medicine at LKSOM.

10 Dec 2015

Novel technology can improve quality of life for children with scoliosis

Scoliosis - typically defined as the curvature of the spine— affects around 3 out of every 100 people. While most cases of scoliosis are mild, some children develop spine deformities that continue to get more severe as they grow. An especially severe spinal curve can reduce the amount of space within the chest, making it difficult for the lungs to function properly.

10 Dec 2015

CAMH survey finds risky drinking behaviour among Ontario students

Alcohol remains the most popular drug of choice for Ontario students in grades 7 through 12, with 29 percent of 12th graders engaging in hazardous drinking, according to the 2015 Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey (OSDUHS) released today by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

10 Dec 2015

Eyes and a clean citrusy smell may help reduce hospital infections

A picture of a man's intense staring eyes and a clean citrusy smell have been found to substantially improve hand-washing and so cut the risk of hospital infections, according to a new study.

10 Dec 2015

New study may help doctors to better treat children who cope with chronic pain

A new study describes the development of pediatric pain measures for a National Institutes of Health Initiative aimed at helping doctors better evaluate and therefore better treat children who cope with chronic pain. Based on face-to-face interviews with pediatric patients, the study better captured the young patient's perspective of living with chronic pain.

9 Dec 2015

Education News and Research

Rowan University partners with DMHAS to provide treatment services for people with substance abuse disorders

UB physicians testing new exercise treatment for concussion

Sex differences in the brain may provide clues to why certain forms of autism more common in males

Single dose of psilocybin decreases anxiety, depression in cancer patients

Report shows relationship between sensation seeking, reward sensitivity and cannabis use

Apigenin improves neuron formation, strengthens connections between brain cells

LSD reduces connectivity within human brain networks

Providing novice surgeons with regular feedback can help prevent blood clots among hospitalized patients

Children with cleft lip or palate and spina bifida at increased risk for abuse

Study offers valuable insight into early identification of ASD

Specific deep-brain circuit's firing frequency can alter forebrain activity, alertness levels

WGU accepts applications for new master's degree program to prepare professionals in healthcare industry

Innovative solutions to combat dementia event

TCS, VUMC partner to drive innovation in healthcare and life sciences fields

Understanding different forms of MS may lead to better therapeutic approaches, treatments

New heart failure drug may increase patients' risk of Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration

Novel technology can improve quality of life for children with scoliosis

CAMH survey finds risky drinking behaviour among Ontario students

Eyes and a clean citrusy smell may help reduce hospital infections

New study may help doctors to better treat children who cope with chronic pain

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