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Survey reveals escalating interest to use marijuana or cannabinoids for managing pain

Millennials lead the escalating interest in marijuana and cannabinoid compounds for managing pain – with older generations not far behind – and yet most are unaware of potential risks.

26 Aug 2019

Ultrafast 3D printing technique for artificial tissues

Scientists have come up with a very rapid 3D printing technique for producing the most complex tissue forms in hydrogels which are loaded with stem cells, and then generating the growth of blood vessels in the resulting tissue mass.

26 Aug 2019

"Australian" genetic mutation provides clues to Alzheimer’s mechanism

In an astonishing new breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research, the molecular basis of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and age-linked AD has been identified by looking at one type of genetic mutation.

26 Aug 2019

Stable home lives could lead to positive outcomes for preterm infants

As they grow and develop, children who were born at least 10 weeks before their due dates are at risk for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder and anxiety disorders.

26 Aug 2019

Single bout of exercise may provide a boost to the aging brain

Exercise seems to endow a wealth of benefits, from the release of happiness-inducing hormones to higher physical fitness. New research shows it may provide a boost to the mind too.

26 Aug 2019

Yale-led study reveals new factors that contribute to hardening of arteries and plaque growth

In a new Yale-led study, investigators have revealed previously unknown factors that contribute to the hardening of arteries and plaque growth, which cause heart disease.

26 Aug 2019

Research reveals link between concussions and erectile dysfunction in former NFL players

Former professional football players who have experienced concussion symptoms, including loss of consciousness, disorientation or nausea after a head injury, are more likely to report low testosterone and erectile dysfunction (ED), according to research published Aug. 26 in JAMA Neurology.

26 Aug 2019

Antibiotic use linked to increased odds of developing rheumatoid arthritis

A new study has provided evidence that antibiotic usage is associated with an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis.

26 Aug 2019

Real-time, music-based feedback system helps improve deadlift technique

A study of 31 recreational weightlifters suggests that a real-time, music-based feedback system helps improve deadlift technique. Valerio Lorenzoni of Ghent University, Belgium, and colleagues present these findings in the open-access journal PLOS ONE on August 28, 2019.

From PLOS ONE 26 Aug 2019

Individual’s trust and proximity to disease outbreak may affect vaccination attitudes

An individual’s trust in institutions such as the CDC, and how close they live to a recent measles outbreak, may affect their attitudes on measles vaccination, according to a study published August 28, 2019 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Florian Justwan of the University of Idaho, USA, and colleagues.

From PLOS ONE 26 Aug 2019

Blood sugar levels linked to DNA damage and cancer in diabetics

Increased blood sugar levels in diabetics could damage DNA and make the genome unstable, increasing the risk of certain cancers.

26 Aug 2019

Johns Hopkins researchers estimate real-world prevalence of prurigo nodularis

Johns Hopkins researchers report that prurigo nodularis, a skin disease characterized by severely itchy, firm bumps on the skin, may be associated with other inflammatory skin disorders as well as systemic and mental health disorders.

From Johns Hopkins Medicine 26 Aug 2019

Breast cancer patients with mental health conditions have higher opioid use, reduced survival

Elderly women battling breast cancer who have anxiety, depression or other mental health conditions are more likely to use opioids and more likely to die, a new study led by the University of Virginia School of Medicine has found.

26 Aug 2019

Study exposes major gaps in understanding the full burden of ADRD/dementia

A new research review highlighting the hidden costs of dementia suggests that traditional measures only show the ‘tip of the iceberg’ of the cost impact on society.

26 Aug 2019

Childhood cancer survivors have higher risk of developing heart disease

Survivors of childhood cancer have a higher risk of developing a range of heart disease due to cancer therapy, according to new research published in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation.

26 Aug 2019

Genetic link between children’s language and poor mental health identified

The University of York-led study examined genetic variants in six genes that are thought to contribute to language development in children.

26 Aug 2019

New reliable tool for evaluating the quality of hospital care for acute stroke

The newly developed "STROKE Perception Report" is a valid and reliable tool for evaluating the quality of hospital care for acute stroke, reports a study in the Journal of Neuroscience Nursing, official journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses.

26 Aug 2019

Strong memories formed by "teams" of neurons firing in synchrony

Almost everyone knows how it feels to remember things for decades on end – and also how it feels to forget where you left your car keys. The answer to this strange paradox could be simple, according to a new study from Caltech. The researchers found that that the brain recruits a higher number of neurons which fire impulses in a synchronized manner to form and store strong memories over long periods.

26 Aug 2019

Developing a blood test to spot subconcussive injuries as early as possible

In one of the largest studies of its kind, researchers at Orlando Health are making new progress in finding ways to detect a traumatic yet sinister brain injury -- and getting closer to preventing further damage.

26 Aug 2019

Vaccinating older adults against shingles is likely cost-effective in Canada

Vaccinating older adults against shingles in Canada is likely cost-effective, according to a study in CMAJ, and the Shingrix vaccine appears to provide better protection than the Zostavax vaccine.

26 Aug 2019