Psychology & Psychiatry
Poor literacy linked to worse mental health worldwide, study shows
People with poor literacy battle more mental health problems worldwide, according to new research from the University of East Anglia.
Jan 26, 2023
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News tagged with chronic health problems
Psychology & Psychiatry
Study finds COVID-19 pandemic has long-lasting effects on adolescent mental health and substance use
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a long-lasting impact on adolescent mental health and substance use, according to a new population-based study based on survey responses from a nationwide sample of over 64,000 13–18-year-old ...
Mar 14, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
How mucus protein contributes to worsening COPD, asthma and lung conditions
Mucus is an essential protective layer of gel-like liquid composed largely of proteins called mucins throughout our airways. One of them, called MUC5B, is crucial for the innate defense against the various things we inhale. ...
Sep 22, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Mindfulness can help tame everyday stress
(HealthDay)—Being in tune with the present moment—called mindfulness—can relieve stress and make you an actor rather than a reactor, a wellness expert says.
Jan 1, 2019
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Health
Worried about vitamin safety? Experts offer advice
Two studies this week raised gnawing worries about the safety of vitamin supplements and a host of questions. Should anyone be taking them? Which ones are most risky? And if you do take them, how can you pick the safest ones?
Oct 13, 2011
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Babies are spared severe COVID-19 symptoms
Infants can become infected with the new coronavirus, but their bouts with COVID-19 appear to be milder than those of older folks and people with chronic health problems, experts say.
Mar 16, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Pandemic sets off future wave of worsening mental health issues
Long after a COVID-19 vaccination is developed and years after the coronavirus death toll is tallied, the impact on mental health will linger, continuing to inflict damage if not addressed, according to new research. Michael ...
Sep 28, 2020
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Inflammatory disorders
Partner caregivers of veterans with traumatic brain injuries may be at risk for inflammatory disease
Blame and anger associated with the grief of caring for a loved one with a traumatic-brain injury (TBI) may be related to inflammation and certain chronic diseases, according to researchers from Loyola University Chicago ...
Feb 13, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Early COPD detection could help lung cancer diagnosis
Early screening of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may help to detect lung cancer at an earlier stage, according to a new study.
Nov 16, 2011
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Guidance to rehabilitate patients with hearing and balance problems and tinnitus
Hearing and balance-related problems are often chronic conditions which can be managed but not always cured. Now new guidance by the British Society of Audiology – devised in collaboration with the National Institute for ...
Aug 31, 2012
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