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Children with obesity face four-fold greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Children with obesity face four times the risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to children with a body mass index in the normal range, according to a study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.

25 Apr 2017

Changes in estrogen can trigger atypical functioning in memory circuit of women with gene variant

Fluctuations in estrogen can trigger atypical functioning in a key brain memory circuit in women with a common version of a gene, NIMH scientists have discovered.

25 Apr 2017

Consuming less sodium not linked to lower blood pressure, study finds

A new study that followed more than 2,600 men and women for 16 years found that consuming less sodium wasn't associated with lower blood pressure. The new findings call into question the sodium limits recommended by the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

25 Apr 2017

Negative emotions can inspire cancer patients, study shows

Feeling down is a common side effect of being diagnosed with cancer. Anxiety, guilt, and distress often come hand-in-hand with diagnosis and treatment.

25 Apr 2017

Researchers identify new rare genetic variants linked to extreme longevity

The search for the genetic determinants of extreme longevity has been challenging, with the prevalence of centenarians (people older than 100) just one per 5,000 population in developed nations.

25 Apr 2017

Study finds significant decrease in cardiovascular diseases among individuals with diabetes

The incidence of cardiovascular diseases in Sweden has decreased sharply since the late 1990s. These are the findings of a study from Sahlgrenska Academy which included almost three million adult Swedes. In relative terms, the biggest winners are persons with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

25 Apr 2017

Differing hormone profiles shape human social hierarchies, say psychology researchers

In a game of chicken, the most aggressive players are fueled by testosterone and are more willing to harm others; and while it may be easy to demonize such hawkish behaviors, psychology researchers from The University of Texas at Austin say there is sound evolutionary reason for their existence.

25 Apr 2017

Statins may provide favorable outcomes to patients with HBV- or HCV-related cirrhosis

Infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV) or hepatitis C virus (HCV) can lead to cirrhosis as well as liver cancer. A Hepatology study from Taiwan has found that statins may provide benefits to patients with HBV- or HCV-related cirrhosis.

24 Apr 2017

Scientists receive $2.8 million federal grant for diabetic cardiomyopathy research

Researchers from Georgia State University's Center for Molecular & Translational Medicine have received a four-year, $2.8 million federal grant to study diabetic cardiomyopathy, diabetes-related changes in the structure and function of the heart muscle.

24 Apr 2017

Pregnant women’s financial strain linked to low-birth-weight infants

A financially strapped pregnant woman's worries about the arrival and care of her little one could contribute to birth of a smaller, medically vulnerable infant, a new study suggests.

24 Apr 2017

Study sheds new light on factors that may contribute to infant fussiness

How happy a mother is in her relationship and the social support she receives may affect the risk of infant colic, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers.

24 Apr 2017

New team-based primary care model linked to better post-discharge outcomes among older patients

Older patients enrolled in team-based primary care practices in Quebec had similar rates of hospital readmission, and lower rates of emergency department visits and death after hospital discharge, compared with those in traditional fee-for-service practices, found a study published in CMAJ.

24 Apr 2017

$Women at highest genetic risk for fracture benefit most from hormone therapy, study finds$

Women at highest genetic risk for fracture benefit most from hormone therapy, study finds

Women at the highest genetic risk for fracture benefit the most from hormone therapy, according to a first-of-its-kind study led by researchers at the University at Buffalo.

24 Apr 2017

Early childhood routines linked to healthy development and lesser obesity risk

Family structure including regular bedtimes, mealtimes and limited screen time appear to be linked to better emotional health in preschoolers, and that might lower the chances of obesity later, a new study suggests.

24 Apr 2017

Study shows how brain genes influence food intake and dietary preferences

Have you ever wondered why you keep eating certain foods, even if you know they are not good for you? Gene variants that affect the way our brain works may be the reason, according to a new study. The new research could lead to new strategies to empower people to enjoy and stick to their optimal diets.

24 Apr 2017

Duration and timing of lunch, recess linked to food choices and physical activity of school children

A new study finds that the duration and timing of lunch and recess is related to food choices and physical activity of school children. These findings could help schools make policies that promote healthier school lunches and increased physical activity during recess.

24 Apr 2017

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria in patients’ urine or stools linked to increased risk of drug-resistant sepsis

People who have recently been found to have drug-resistant bacteria in their urine or stool samples have a greatly increased risk of developing a bloodstream infection that is also resistant to certain antibiotics, according to a study presented at the 27th European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.

24 Apr 2017

Transgenic fruit flies can shed light on genetic mutations that underlie kidney disease in humans

An off-the-shelf dietary supplement available for pennies per dose demonstrated the ability to reverse cellular damage linked to specific genetic mutations in transgenic fruit flies, an experimental model of genetic mutation-induced renal cell injury that features striking similarities to humans, a Children's National Health System research team reports April 20 in Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

21 Apr 2017

High-fat diet and obesity drive liver immune cells to promote metabolic syndrome

A high-fat diet and obesity turn "hero" virus-fighting liver immune cells "rogue", leading to insulin resistance, a condition that often results in type 2 diabetes, according to research published today in Science Immunology.

21 Apr 2017

Researchers identify unique bleeding syndrome linked to cirrhosis and portal hypertension

A unique bleeding syndrome associated with cirrhosis and portal hypertension has been identified by researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina, Wake Forest University Medical Center, and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in an article published online on April 21, 2017 by the Journal of Investigative Medicine.

21 Apr 2017

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Children with obesity face four-fold greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Changes in estrogen can trigger atypical functioning in memory circuit of women with gene variant

Consuming less sodium not linked to lower blood pressure, study finds

Negative emotions can inspire cancer patients, study shows

Researchers identify new rare genetic variants linked to extreme longevity

Study finds significant decrease in cardiovascular diseases among individuals with diabetes

Differing hormone profiles shape human social hierarchies, say psychology researchers

Statins may provide favorable outcomes to patients with HBV- or HCV-related cirrhosis

Scientists receive $2.8 million federal grant for diabetic cardiomyopathy research

Pregnant women’s financial strain linked to low-birth-weight infants

Study sheds new light on factors that may contribute to infant fussiness

New team-based primary care model linked to better post-discharge outcomes among older patients

Women at highest genetic risk for fracture benefit most from hormone therapy, study finds

Early childhood routines linked to healthy development and lesser obesity risk

Study shows how brain genes influence food intake and dietary preferences

Duration and timing of lunch, recess linked to food choices and physical activity of school children

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria in patients’ urine or stools linked to increased risk of drug-resistant sepsis

Transgenic fruit flies can shed light on genetic mutations that underlie kidney disease in humans

High-fat diet and obesity drive liver immune cells to promote metabolic syndrome

Researchers identify unique bleeding syndrome linked to cirrhosis and portal hypertension

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