Archive: 29/12/2020

Quadriplegic patient uses brain signals to feed himself with two advanced prosthetic arms

For more than 30 years—following an accident in his teens—Robert "Buz" Chmielewski has been a quadriplegic with minimal movement and feeling in his hands and fingers. But last month he was able to manipulate two prosthetic ...

Dec 29, 2020

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What is cedar fever? Experts explain Texas winter irritant

Cedar fever season is almost upon us, and at a time when having a fever—or even catching a slight cold—is concerning, it's more important than ever to understand the symptoms and source of this common Central Texas allergy.

Dec 29, 2020

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Temperature changes affect poor more than rich

People who live in poorer cities have a higher risk of being hospitalised if temperatures change quickly through the course of a day or over a short period, according to a study undertaken in Brazil.

Dec 29, 2020

New antibody test for COVID-19 gives more reliable and more detailed answers to immunity

A new type of antibody test is being developed by researchers at Linnaeus University and the bioanalysis company Attana. Compared to the binary antibody tests used today, this rapid test can give more detailed information ...

Dec 29, 2020

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Charles Dickens wrote about the diphtheria crisis of 1856—and it all sounds very familiar

A strange and frightening disease is killing people around the world. Medical opinion is divided and it's very difficult to get an accurate picture of what is going on. The authorities are trying to avoid a panic, travel ...

Dec 29, 2020

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Mozzies biting? Here's how to choose a repellent (and how to use it for the best protection)

Mosquitoes are an inevitable part of the Australian summer. And this year, with COVID a consideration, we might be spending more time outdoors than usual.

Dec 29, 2020

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Would you do this at home? Why we are more likely to do stupid things on holidays

As the COVID pandemic took hold in March, Ohio's Brady Sluder went to Miami for spring break, despite urgent calls for people to stay home and socially distance.

Dec 29, 2020

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Here's why you're checking work emails on holidays (and how to stop)

Finally, the holidays are here—the break you've been waiting for. You want to leave work behind, kick back and enjoy time with family and friends.

Dec 29, 2020

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Common brain malformation traced to its genetic roots

About one in 100 children has a common brain disorder called Chiari 1 malformation, but most of the time such children grow up normally and no one suspects a problem. But in about one in 10 of those children, the condition ...

Dec 29, 2020

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Brain imaging predicts PTSD after brain injury

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a complex psychiatric disorder brought on by physical and/or psychological trauma. How its symptoms, including anxiety, depression and cognitive disturbances arise remains incompletely ...

Dec 29, 2020

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