Neuroscience
Physical activity may protect your brain as you age
We all know we should exercise and eat healthy. But doing that isn't just good for maintaining your figure as you age.
Mar 8, 2022
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University of Georgia
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Fungal infections cost U.S. $6.7B in a year
New research from the University of Georgia found that fungal infections account for $6.7 billion in health care spending in 2018. And that's just the cases that were directly responsible for inpatient hospital stays.
Mar 1, 2022
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Health
Emergency contraception is hard to find in Georgia, rural pharmacies
If you're looking for Plan B in Georgia, you may have to call around to find it—particularly if you live in a small town.
Feb 10, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Research shows that geography affects mental health care
Substance abuse, access to mental health care and costs remain a burden for people living in rural areas, even if they have private insurance.
Feb 1, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Pandemic family stress leads to sleep problems for boys
Lockdowns and economic stress have contributed to the rise of child abuse and neglectful parenting behaviors during the pandemic, with an increase in family violence reported in multiple studies.
Jan 13, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Sports teams instill sense of hope during pandemic
In the wake of COVID-19, sport brands that post frequent and transparent responses focused on fostering a sense of togetherness in their communities are more likely to instill feelings in their fans of hope and security, ...
Jan 10, 2022
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Cardiology
Overweight children are developing heart complications
If you put on some weight over the last two years, you're not alone. But adults weren't the only ones who packed on the so-called COVID 15.
Dec 14, 2021
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Addiction
Childhood trauma increases risk of opioid abuse
Young adults who experienced trauma in childhood are more at risk for misusing prescription opioids, according to new research from the University of Georgia.
Dec 9, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Coping with schizophrenia, when emotions can be too much
A person with schizophrenia typically experiences more negative emotions and has more stressors than average. A new study by University of Georgia psychologists has revealed a surprising finding that could help those who ...
Dec 8, 2021
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Severe COVID could reduce male fertility
Each day, clinicians and scientists are learning more about the acute and long-term health effects of COVID-19 on the body. A new study from the University of Georgia explores the potential impact of the virus on male fertility.Â
Dec 7, 2021
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