Obstetrics & gynaecology
Miscarriage may be linked to changes in vaginal bacteria
A new study finds that changes to a mother's vaginal microbiome may be associated with pregnancy loss.
Feb 18, 2022
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BMC Medicine
Psychology & Psychiatry
Self-paced exercise may be key to improving children's attention, memory and wellbeing
Outdoor classroom breaks involving 15 minutes of self-paced exercise may improve children's attention, memory and wellbeing, according to new research.
Apr 20, 2020
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Health
Mediterranean diet associated with decreased risk of dementia
Eating a traditional Mediterranean-type diet—rich in foods such as seafood, fruit, and nuts—may help reduce the risk of dementia by almost a quarter, a new study has revealed.
Mar 13, 2023
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Health
Good news for serial cereal eaters
A diet high in whole grains and cereal fibers is associated with a reduced risk of premature death, according to research published in the open access journal BMC Medicine. The results also show cereal fibers to be associated ...
Mar 23, 2015
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Health
Study finds herbal products omit ingredients, contain fillers
Consumers of natural health products beware. The majority of herbal products on the market contain ingredients not listed on the label, with most companies substituting cheaper alternatives and using fillers, according to ...
Oct 11, 2013
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Oncology & Cancer
Black men are at double the risk of prostate cancer compared to white men
Black men in England are at double the lifetime risk of being diagnosed with, and dying from, prostate cancer compared with white men in England, according to research published in the open access journal BMC Medicine.
Jul 29, 2015
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Diabetes
Genetic findings in 'type 1.5' diabetes may shed light on better diagnosis, treatment
Researchers investigating a form of adult-onset diabetes that shares features with the two better-known types of diabetes have discovered genetic influences that may offer clues to more accurate diagnosis and treatment.
May 4, 2017
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Health
Mediterranean diet associated with a lower risk of mortality in older adults
A greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet which had been assessed through an index made with biomarkers during a 20-year scientific monitoring is associated with a lower mortality in adults over 65. This is one of the ...
Jan 20, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Three studies reveal noteworthy trends regarding eating disorders in the U.S.
A School of Public Health professor has been extensively researching eating disorders in the United States and has found trends that warrant increased screening for the disorders, she explains.
Oct 1, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New approach to celiac testing identifies more Australians at risk
Australian researchers have developed a new approach to detecting coeliac disease, revealing this immune disorder is far more common than previously recognised.
Aug 27, 2013
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