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Older adults distrust AI for health information

While the vast majority of people over 50 look for health information on the internet, a new poll shows 74% would have very little or no trust in such information if it were generated by artificial intelligence.

17 Oct 2024

Genetic analysis shows smoking and high BMI increase dementia risk, but education and exercise protect

Mendelian randomization of 400,000 participants reveals smoking, high BMI, and high cholesterol as major genetic risk factors for dementia, while longer education and physical activity reduce risks.

17 Oct 2024

Clot-busting drug tenecteplase shows promising results for stroke recovery

For people with ischemic stroke, treatment with the clot-busting drug tenecteplase is associated with a slightly higher likelihood of an excellent recovery and reduced disability three months later than the drug alteplase, according to a meta-analysis published in the October 16, 2024, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

16 Oct 2024

Researchers develop decision tree to help clinicians predict genetic diagnoses in neurodevelopmental cases

A study identifies motor delay and hypotonia as key predictors of genetic diagnoses, aiding clinicians in neurodevelopmental care and genetic testing decisions.

16 Oct 2024

Structural biology uncovers the molecular basis of b1 vitamin transport and deficiency

Vitamin B1, also known as thiamine, is essential for the survival of our cells. The human body can't produce it, but we can maintain healthy levels of this vitamin by eating foods like salmon, legumes, and brown rice.

16 Oct 2024

Distinct immune profiles linked to adverse reactions from immunotherapy

Distinct immune "signatures" in patients who develop adverse events while taking immunotherapy for cancer may help oncologists identify patients at risk and treat them early to prevent serious side effects, suggests a study by researchers from the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and its Bloomberg~Kimmel Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy.

15 Oct 2024

Study highlights sarcopenia's impact on elderly patients with diabetes

As global populations age, the prevalence of type 2 diabetes and its associated complications, such as sarcopenia, continues to rise.

15 Oct 2024

Is high-speed internet fueling the obesity epidemic?

Research finds that faster internet access leads to higher BMI and increased obesity risk due to sedentary behavior and inactivity, using data from Australia's National Broadband Network rollout.

14 Oct 2024

Uncovering human-specific genes linked to brain development and disorders

The human brain's remarkably prolonged development is unique among mammals and is thought to contribute to our advanced learning abilities.

14 Oct 2024

Motor delays and hypotonia differentiate neurodevelopmental disease patients with and without genetic diagnoses

Researchers identified key clinical factors like motor delays and hypotonia that predict genetic diagnoses in children with neurodevelopmental disorders, creating a decision tree to guide clinicians.

14 Oct 2024

Study highlights delays in care for pediatric trauma patients

Severely injured children who are brought to an emergency medical department by their parents or carers are often not seen as quickly as those who arrive at the hospital via ambulance, according to findings presented at the European Emergency Medicine Congress on 14th October 2024.

14 Oct 2024

Simple dietary changes may help reduce migraine severity and medication use

Researchers reviewed the impact of various diets, including ketogenic and low-fat vegan, on reducing the frequency, intensity, and duration of migraine attacks, suggesting that dietary changes could complement traditional treatments.

13 Oct 2024

Protein discovery offers insights into bone health and potential treatments for osteoporosis

Scientists have identified a protein that blocks the activity of bone-forming cells (osteoblasts) by stopping them from maturing during the journey to sites of bone formation, a new study has found.

12 Oct 2024

Oral health strategies for healthy aging: A call to action

Research explores the connection between aging populations and oral health, proposing an integrated model to address health challenges in older adults, with a focus on policy changes in the UK.

10 Oct 2024

New funding to strengthen stroke care systems in Minnesota and South Dakota

Across the United States, more than 90% of stroke patients have some form of disability as a result and more than 11% experience a second stroke within a year.

10 Oct 2024

Montana looks to fast-track Medicaid access for older applicants

Montana is looking to fast-track Medicaid access for older adults who need help to stay in their homes or towns.

10 Oct 2024

Gene therapy offers hope for children with cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy

Cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (CALD) is a rare progressive, genetic brain disease that primarily presents in young boys, causing loss of neurological function and ultimately leading to early death.

9 Oct 2024

Smoking cessation programs could help combat opioid epidemic

Smoking is recognized as a leading cause of preventable disability and death. New research shows that as smokers increase their daily number of cigarettes, they report higher rates of chronic pain, more prescription opioid use, severe work limitations due to pain, and poor mental health.

9 Oct 2024

COVID-19 significantly raises stroke risk

Researchers conducted a metaumbrella review of 34 systematic reviews and 70 studies, uncovering a significant link between COVID-19 severity and increased stroke risk. The review emphasizes the need for further investigation into underlying mechanisms and potential biases.

9 Oct 2024

Study: Economic gains from meeting physical activity guidelines

Meeting physical activity recommendations can bring significant economic benefits. These benefits can take the form of both wage income for the individual and reduced health care costs to society.

8 Oct 2024