Neuroscience
Using a supercomputer to understand synaptic transmission
Let's think for a second about thought—specifically, the physics of neurons in the brain.
Jun 20, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Primary hyperparathyroidism linked to bone fracture, stroke and heart attack
In the hormonal disorder primary hyperparathyroidism, patients' risk of hip fracture is elevated by 51%, and that of heart attack or stroke 45%. These are results from a major study from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, ...
Jun 16, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
New study associates intake of dairy milk with greater risk of prostate cancer
Men with higher intakes of dairy foods, especially milk, face a significantly higher risk of prostate cancer compared to men with lower intakes, according to a new study conducted by researchers at Loma Linda University Health. ...
Jun 9, 2022
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Health
Osteoporosis and a bone-healthy diet
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and my health care team suggested that I eat a bone-healthy diet to prevent more issues and maintain strong bones as I age. What is osteoporosis, and how can I ...
May 23, 2022
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Health
Muskmelons are full of flavor and nutrients
They might have a smelly-sounding name, but muskmelons, like cantaloupes and honeydew, are actually sweet fruits full of flavor and nutrients.
May 23, 2022
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Health
Video: What women should know about osteoporosis risk
Bones are living organisms that build and break down, but when the body loses more bone than it makes, problems can arise. Early detection and treatment can help those with bone loss maintain active lifestyles.
May 13, 2022
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Neuroscience
Live monitoring of brain metabolism with fluorescence
Lactate is generated in the body as a byproduct during normal metabolism and exercise. While considered a useless waste product for a long time, recent studies have shown that lactate can be an indicator for cancer and various ...
May 10, 2022
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Medications
Trial shows mavacamten effective in nearly 80% of patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Findings from a Cleveland Clinic-led clinical trial showed that the use of an experimental drug in severely symptomatic, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients significantly reduced the need for invasive procedures.
May 5, 2022
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Calcium supplements linked to earlier death in older people with heart valve disease
Calcium supplements, frequently given to older people to lessen the risk of brittle bones (osteoporosis) and fractures, are linked to a heightened risk of death among those with aortic valve stenosis, a progressive and potentially ...
Apr 25, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Researchers investigate connection between loss of motivation and Alzheimer's disease progression
Researchers from Indiana University School of Medicine are studying why neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as apathy and irritability, appear in most Alzheimer's disease patients before the onset of memory loss.
Apr 25, 2022
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