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Sedentary behavior linked to increased risk of dementia in adults over 60

Adults aged 60 and older who spend more time engaging in sedentary behaviors like sitting while watching TV or driving may be at increased risk of developing dementia, according to a new study by USC and University of Arizona researchers.

12 Sep 2023

SARS-CoV-2 infection can exacerbate production of auto-antibodies relating to auto-immune diseases

An article published in NPJ Aging, a Springer Nature journal, reveals that natural production of auto-antibodies increases with age and that infection by SARS-CoV-2 can exacerbate production of auto-antibodies relating to auto-immune diseases, helping to explain why aging increases the chances of developing severe COVID-19.

12 Sep 2023

Doctors must address Parkinson’s patients’ hidden burden of stigma, report says

Even the best treatment approaches for Parkinson's disease are inadequate if they do not address patients' feelings of social rejection, isolation, loneliness and other psychosocial effects of stigma, according to a report from experts specializing in Parkinson's and other movement disorders.

12 Sep 2023

Adult food literacy program effective in producing positive changes across dietary behaviors

Improving food literacy positively influences diet quality and reduces the risk of chronic diseases; however, interpreting the evidence of its effectiveness has been limited.

12 Sep 2023

University of Kentucky's cardiovascular scientist recognized for excellence in hypertension research

The University of Kentucky's Vice President for Research and leading cardiovascular scientist is being recognized for her foundational work in the field of hypertension with a prestigious award from the American Heart Association (AHA).

12 Sep 2023

Both high- and normal-protein diets are effective for weight loss in adults with Type 2 diabetes

New findings from the University of Alabama at Birmingham indicate that the type of protein in the diet is not as important as the overall amount of weight loss for those with Type 2 diabetes.

12 Sep 2023

Vaping linked to chronic stress in young people

Young people who have used e-cigarettes are more than twice as likely to report experiencing chronic stress, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress in Milan, Italy.

12 Sep 2023

Experts propose new definition of clinical remission in treatment of asthma

As an increasing number of improved asthma treatments are developed, a greater number of people with asthma are finding their symptoms under control.

12 Sep 2023

Is exposure to infections or autoimmune diseases associated with dementia incidence?

The relationships between hospital-identified infections, autoimmune diseases, and the onset of dementia.

12 Sep 2023

Effective treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms linked to lower mortality risk in older men

Effective treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in men aged 50 or older is associated with a lower risk of death over the next few years reports a study in the October issue of The Journal of Urology, an Official Journal of the American Urological Association.

11 Sep 2023

Oxford University study administers first-ever vaccine against Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever

A University of Oxford study has administered a new vaccine against tick-borne virus Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) to volunteers for the first time.

11 Sep 2023

Study highlights the importance of support for caregivers in optimizing child behavior outcomes

Emotional support and tangible aid for caregivers benefited all families during the COVID-19 pandemic, not just those facing higher stress levels, according to a study funded by the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program at the National Institutes of Health.

11 Sep 2023

Buck Institute receives $3.5 million federal grant to lead clinical trial of ketone intervention in older adults

The Buck Institute for Research on Aging has received a $3.5 million federal grant to lead the first-ever double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial to understand the effects of ketone ester supplementation on frailty, a condition of vulnerability which develops following age-related decline in multiple physiological systems.

11 Sep 2023

Education News and Research

Sedentary behavior linked to increased risk of dementia in adults over 60

SARS-CoV-2 infection can exacerbate production of auto-antibodies relating to auto-immune diseases

Doctors must address Parkinson’s patients’ hidden burden of stigma, report says

Adult food literacy program effective in producing positive changes across dietary behaviors

University of Kentucky's cardiovascular scientist recognized for excellence in hypertension research

Both high- and normal-protein diets are effective for weight loss in adults with Type 2 diabetes

Vaping linked to chronic stress in young people

Experts propose new definition of clinical remission in treatment of asthma

Is exposure to infections or autoimmune diseases associated with dementia incidence?

Effective treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms linked to lower mortality risk in older men

Oxford University study administers first-ever vaccine against Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever

Study highlights the importance of support for caregivers in optimizing child behavior outcomes

Buck Institute receives $3.5 million federal grant to lead clinical trial of ketone intervention in older adults

CDC faces dilemma over recommending new covid booster for all

Does legalizing and commercialising cannabis cause more road accidents?

Researchers uncover evidence supporting shorter-course proton therapy for breast cancer patients

Study finds way to help teen night owls adjust to their natural sleep cycles

Brain-blood barrier found to play a key role in governing ant behavior

TTUHSC El Paso's community engagement efforts helped address COVID-19 disparities

New way to administer CAR-T-cell therapy could lead to fewer side effects

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