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Novel brain imaging technique explains why concussions affect people differently

Patients vary widely in their response to concussion, but scientists haven't understood why. Now, using a new technique for analyzing data from brain imaging studies, researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of ...

Neuroscience created Jun 08, 2012 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (5) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

After brain injury, new astrocytes play unexpected role in healing

The production of a certain kind of brain cell that had been considered an impediment to healing may actually be needed to staunch bleeding and promote repair after a stroke or head trauma, researchers at ...

Medical research created Apr 24, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Triple mix of blood pressure drugs and painkillers linked to kidney problems

Patients who take a triple combination of blood pressure drugs and common painkillers are at an increased risk of serious kidney problems, especially at the start of treatment, finds a study published in BMJ today.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 08, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Study says flashing digital billboards are too distracting

Many drivers say the large digital billboards flashing ads every few seconds along Bay Area freeways are just too bright and too distracting. And they may be right.

Health created Jan 08, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 1

New study first to image concussion-related abnormal brain proteins in retired NFL players

Sports-related concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries have grabbed headlines in recent months, as the long-term damage they can cause becomes increasingly evident among both current and former athletes. ...

Neuroscience created Jan 22, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Almost one in three pedestrians 'distracted' by mobiles while crossing street

Almost one in three pedestrians is distracted by mobile devices while crossing busy road junctions, finds an observational study published online in Injury Prevention.

Health created Dec 12, 2012 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Psychiatric nurses need training to reduce gun-related suicides, homicides

(Medical Xpress) -- Psychiatric nurses could play a role in preventing firearm suicides and homicides among the mentally ill, but few receive training on this issue, says a new study from Ball State University.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Nov 01, 2011 | popularity 4 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Measures recommended to prevent gun-related injuries

(HealthDay)—Following the tragic shooting on Dec. 14 in Newtown, Conn., measures should be implemented to prevent further gun-related injuries, according to a perspective piece published online Dec. 28 ...

Health created Jan 04, 2013 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 31

Young drivers who take risks on the road have a greater risk of mental health problems

Young adults who take risks when driving are more likely to experience psychological distress, including mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, reveals research published ahead of print in Injury Prevention.

Health created May 16, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Young females are victims of violent injury

A new study from Rhode Island Hospital shows that a large proportion of victims of community violence treated in its emergency department are female. Injured adolescent females are more likely than males to be injured by ...

Health created Jun 01, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Traumatic brain injury linked with tenfold increase in stroke risk

If you suffer traumatic brain injury, your risk of having a stroke within three months may increase tenfold, according to a new study reported in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association.

Medical research created Jul 28, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Kids' ER concussion visits up 60 pct over decade

(AP) -- The number of athletic children going to hospitals with concussions is up 60 percent in the past decade, a finding that is likely due to parents and coaches being more careful about getting head injuries treated, ...

Health created Oct 06, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Incidence of non-fatal pediatric firearm injuries in the US higher than previously estimated

From 1999 to 2007, there were 185,950 emergency department (ED) visits in the U.S. for firearm injuries in children aged 0 to 19 years. A new abstract presented Monday, Oct. 17, at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) ...

Health created Oct 17, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Fatal crashes in the US: Fewer Canadian drivers under the influence

A new study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy and Columbia University finds alcohol-related fatal motor vehicle crashes in the U.S. are much lower among drivers with Canadian licenses ...

Health created Oct 18, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

High fizzy soft drink consumption linked to violence among teens

Teens who drink more than five cans of non-diet, fizzy soft drinks every week are significantly more likely to behave aggressively, suggests research published online in Injury Prevention. This includes carrying a weapon ...

Health created Oct 25, 2011 | popularity 2.5 / 5 (2) | comments 7