Archive: 13/02/2018

Researchers discover brain cells change following close contact with a stressed individual

Health-care workers treating soldiers with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) report that some soldiers' partners and family members display symptoms of PTSD despite never serving in the military. A research study by scientists ...

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Visual cues amplify sound

Looking at someone's lips is good for listening in noisy environments because it helps our brains amplify the sounds we're hearing in time with what we're seeing, finds a new UCL-led study.

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New insights into gene underlying circadian rhythms

A genetic modification in a "clock gene" that influences circadian rhythm produced significant changes in the length and magnitude of cycles, providing insight into the complex system and giving scientists a new tool to further ...

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Protecting transplanted lungs

Primary graft dysfunction (PGD)—acute lung injury that develops within 72 hours of lung transplantation—is a major cause of illness and death after transplant. The mechanisms leading to PGD are not well understood, and ...

Feb 13, 2018

Protein that prevents further cartilage damage

There may be a protein in the body that hinders cartilage degradation in patients with a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).

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Researcher finds TV's powerful influence on pregnancy, childbirth

Surfing through cable TV channels often results in catching a glimpse of a woman giving birth or preparing for motherhood in one of the popular pregnancy and childbirth reality shows.

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Therapy dogs may unlock health benefits for patients in hospital ICUs

While therapy dogs have long been welcomed as "nonpharmacological interventions" for some hospitalized patients, their use with those who are critically ill is new for many hospitals.

Feb 13, 2018

Consensual sex is key to happiness and good health, science says

As we approach Valentine's Day, it's nice to celebrate love and, one the best parts about it, sex. As a doctor and epidemiologist who studies sex, I bring good news for Valentine's Day. It's not just that sex is fun – it's ...

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Measles cases in Europe tripled last year, officials say

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control says the number of measles cases across the continent tripled last year and is continuing to cause new outbreaks due to low immunization rates.

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Opioid makers gave $10M to advocacy groups amid epidemic

Companies selling some of the most lucrative prescription painkillers funneled millions of dollars to advocacy groups that in turn promoted the medications' use, according to a report released Monday by a U.S. senator.

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Archive: 13/02/2018

Researchers discover brain cells change following close contact with a stressed individual

Visual cues amplify sound

New insights into gene underlying circadian rhythms

Protecting transplanted lungs

Protein that prevents further cartilage damage

Researcher finds TV's powerful influence on pregnancy, childbirth

Therapy dogs may unlock health benefits for patients in hospital ICUs

Consensual sex is key to happiness and good health, science says

Measles cases in Europe tripled last year, officials say

Opioid makers gave $10M to advocacy groups amid epidemic

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