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Lesser-known gene appears to play greater role in Alzheimer's and dementia-related memory decline

The notorious genetic marker of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, ApoE4, may not be a lone wolf.

15 Sep 2017

Research shows link between brain's immune system and desire to drink alcohol

Researchers from the University of Adelaide have found a new link between the brain's immune system and the desire to drink alcohol in the evening.

15 Sep 2017

Researchers take first steps towards development of biosensor for detection of bacteria

Researchers from UPM have taken the first steps towards the development of a sensor for the detection of bacterial meningitis in real time by combining gravimetric sensors with synthetic antibodies giving, as a result, a sensitive, rapid and affordable method.

15 Sep 2017

Study suggests magnesium cream could be used to combat deficiencies

A new study by the University of Hertfordshire has revealed that a magnesium cream could be used as an alternative to tablets to combat major health problems including high blood pressure which are linked with deficiency.

From BetterYou Ltd 15 Sep 2017

Heart failure more likely in elderly with low vitamin D levels, study shows

A study published in European Journal of Heart Failure reported that the risk of heart failure was more than twelve times higher in elderly vitamin D deficient participants than those with an adequate level.

From BetterYou Ltd 15 Sep 2017

Study examines effects of poor sleep on progression of chronic kidney disease

People with chronic kidney disease may be especially vulnerable to the deleterious effects of poor sleep, according to a new paper published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

15 Sep 2017

Researchers design new test to determine cognitive capacities of schizophrenia patients

Researchers from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, in collaboration with the University of Oviedo and the Biomedical Research Networking Centre in Mental Health, have designed a test which can help determine the cognitive capacities of patients with schizophrenia.

15 Sep 2017

Study examines effectiveness of placebo and antidepressants in children, adolescents

Although the clinical efficacy of antidepressants in children and adolescents is proven, it is frequently accompanied by side effects. In addition, the influence of the placebo effect on the efficacy of antidepressants is unclear.

15 Sep 2017

New analysis sheds light on struggles faced by carers in the UK

A new analysis taken from a global survey of 3,086 carers has cast new light on the struggles carers in the UK face today. The analysis reveals the majority of caregivers in the UK are relatively new to caring, with most taking care of someone for five years or less, furthermore, the data reveals 34% are millennials (between the ages of 18 – 34).

15 Sep 2017

Study highlights complexity of childhood cancer survivors’ medical needs

Survivors of childhood cancer may experience, on average, nearly twice as many chronic health condition by the age of 45, compared to the general population, according to a new study led by St Jude Children’s Research Hospital (USA) and published in The Lancet.

15 Sep 2017

Griffith study aims to increase awareness of sexuality for people with dementia among health professionals

Improving the knowledge and attitudes concerning sexual expression of people with dementia amongst health professionals, has been the goal of a Griffith study.

15 Sep 2017

Study estimates cost-effectiveness of post-ER suicide prevention strategies

Three interventions designed for follow up of patients who are identified with suicide risk in hospital emergency departments save lives and are cost effective relative to usual care.

15 Sep 2017

Studies reveal link between autism and severe maternal infection during pregnancy

Two studies conducted at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of Massachusetts Medical School indicated that mothers who were affected with severe infections that required hospitalization are at an increased risk of having an autistic child.

15 Sep 2017

Research finds link between caregiver’s gender, relationship and severity of child abuse injuries

Efforts to prevent child abuse by people who care for children should extend to additional categories of caregivers since injuries that children suffer at the hands of their parent's male partner, babysitter or daycare worker are likely to be more severe, according to research presented during the 2017 American Academy of Pediatrics national conference.

15 Sep 2017

Regions with stronger firearm laws have lower rates of ED visits for pediatric gun-related injuries

Regions of the United States with stronger firearm legislation had lower rates of Emergency Department (ED) visits for pediatric firearm-related injuries, according to a study led by Children's National Health System researchers.

15 Sep 2017

Chronic kidney disease patients may be vulnerable to deleterious effects of impaired sleep

A new study reveals a potential link between disordered sleep and kidney function loss and early death among individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

15 Sep 2017

Research highlights problems with titanium based nanoparticles in joint implants

A team of researchers from Mayo Clinic have found that that Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles that are present in bone implants may be causing harm by impairing bone formation and interfering with resorption at the site of repair. This can lead to loosening of the implants and pain.

15 Sep 2017

New study identifies best operating room infection control procedures

While hospitals grapple with what operating room (OR) infection control procedures work best, a new study of Texas hospitals has determined two areas that stand out: mandating sterile operating conditions at or close to the wound itself; and tracking in-hospital outcomes on surgical site infections (SSIs) and sharing that information with surgeons and other OR staff.

14 Sep 2017

EHR-based prompt in primary care increases HCV screening rates among baby boomers

In a recent study, screening rates for hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection among baby boomers increased fivefold in the year following implementation of an electronic health record (EHR)-based prompt for primary care physicians.

14 Sep 2017

Papua New Guinean genetic diversity of populations intrigues scientists

According to a new report by researchers from UK, the population of Papua New Guinea has the greatest linguistic and genetic diversity. The language differences across the bends of the river Sepik are baffling and reflect and underlying genetic diversity that was until now not fully appreciated. The study report is published today 15th of September 2017 in the journal Science.

14 Sep 2017

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Lesser-known gene appears to play greater role in Alzheimer's and dementia-related memory decline

Research shows link between brain's immune system and desire to drink alcohol

Researchers take first steps towards development of biosensor for detection of bacteria

Study suggests magnesium cream could be used to combat deficiencies

Heart failure more likely in elderly with low vitamin D levels, study shows

Study examines effects of poor sleep on progression of chronic kidney disease

Researchers design new test to determine cognitive capacities of schizophrenia patients

Study examines effectiveness of placebo and antidepressants in children, adolescents

New analysis sheds light on struggles faced by carers in the UK

Study highlights complexity of childhood cancer survivors’ medical needs

Griffith study aims to increase awareness of sexuality for people with dementia among health professionals

Study estimates cost-effectiveness of post-ER suicide prevention strategies

Studies reveal link between autism and severe maternal infection during pregnancy

Research finds link between caregiver’s gender, relationship and severity of child abuse injuries

Regions with stronger firearm laws have lower rates of ED visits for pediatric gun-related injuries

Chronic kidney disease patients may be vulnerable to deleterious effects of impaired sleep

Research highlights problems with titanium based nanoparticles in joint implants

New study identifies best operating room infection control procedures

EHR-based prompt in primary care increases HCV screening rates among baby boomers

Papua New Guinean genetic diversity of populations intrigues scientists

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