Archive: 03/07/2015

REM sleep critical for young brain development; medication interferes

Rapid eye movement or REM sleep actively converts waking experiences into lasting memories and abilities in young brains reports a new study from Washington State University Spokane.

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Liberia works to contain Ebola, find source of new cases

Liberia is working hard to contain Ebola and find the source of the latest infections of the deadly virus recorded this week.

Jul 3, 2015

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Noise from fireworks threatens young ears

(HealthDay)—The Fourth of July weekend is a time for celebrations and beautiful fireworks displays. But, parents do need to take steps to protect their children's ears from loud fireworks, a hearing expert cautions.

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Many new teen drivers 'crash' in simulated driving task

(HealthDay)—Around four in 10 newly licensed teen drivers "crashed" in a simulated driving test, suggesting that many adolescents lack the skills they need to stay safe on the road, according to a new study.

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Brain folding related to surface area and thickness, not number of neurons

(Medical Xpress)—A pair of researchers with Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro has found that the degree of folding of mammalian brains follows a simple mathematical relationship. In their paper published in the journal ...

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New test could predict arthritis drug failure in patients

A study of 311 patients by The University of Manchester has found that it may be possible to predict early which rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients will fail to respond to the biologic drugs given to treat them. These findings ...

Jul 3, 2015

Documenting how dementia sufferers benefit from GPS

A brand new study of 200 dementia sufferers in Norway reveals that almost all experience greater peace of mind and increased levels of physical activity using GPS devices.

Jul 3, 2015

It takes a special kind of cyclist to win the Tour de France

The Tour de France is the world's most famous cycling competition, and not just for its sheer length or stunningly picturesque vistas. The Tour captures our attention because the diversity among its 21 gruelling stages pushes ...

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Tests rule out MERS in Czech tour guide (Update)

Tests have ruled out the potentially fatal MERS virus in a Czech tour guide hospitalised in Prague, the health minister said Friday.

Jul 3, 2015

Aetna to buy Humana as health insurer landscape shifts

Aetna aims to spend about $35 billion to buy rival Humana and become the latest health insurer bulking up on government business as the industry adjusts to the federal health care overhaul.

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