A prescription for exercise Richard Carpenter, 75, was going through the mail one day last year when he saw a postcard from UCI seeking participants for a study on whether exercise can help with age-related memory loss. Aug 6, 2019 0 22
Dietary choline associates with reduced risk of dementia A new study by researchers at the University of Eastern Finland is the first to observe that dietary intake of phosphatidylcholine is associated with a reduced risk of dementia. Phosphatidylcholine was also linked to enhanced ... Aug 6, 2019 1 20
Tips for managing distress in children following traumatic events Whether it is the local evening news or a 24-hour cable news channel, images of violence inundates our homes. These scenes can be disturbing and stressful, especially for children. It is important to manage distress and take ... Aug 6, 2019 0 4
6 things bicyclists can do to keep out of emergency rooms Defensive driving isn't just a concept reserved for automobile drivers. Aug 6, 2019 0 2
The growing trend of emotional support animals A dog in the grocery store; a cat in the cabin of an airplane; a bird in a coffee shop—companion creatures labelled as Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are showing up more and more in places previously understood to be ... Aug 6, 2019 0 56
Hep C prevention still necessary despite advances in treatment There needs to be more attention given to the prevention of hepatitis C, a UNSW Sydney report says. Aug 6, 2019 0 3
Promoting low-sugar drinks on touch screen menus encourages customers to make healthier choices Fast food diners can be encouraged to make healthier choices by changing the position of items on the menu, a study has found. Aug 6, 2019 0 0
World-first insulin technology will provide better diabetes care Distinguished Professor Geoff Chase, from the University of Canterbury (UC) College of Engineering, is working on world-first insulin sensor technology to enable 'right now' measurement for those managing type 2 diabetes. Aug 6, 2019 0 35
Type 2 diabetes: Small reduction in alcohol, big reduction in heart disease risk People with type 2 diabetes are at a higher risk of getting cardiovascular diseases, including heart attack and stroke. Lifestyle factors, such as diet and physical activity, affect the risk of developing diabetes, but there ... Aug 6, 2019 0 8
Improving mental health in rainbow communities Research from Victoria University of Wellington has helped create a new resource to address the high rate of mental health difficulties faced by New Zealand's rainbow communities. Aug 6, 2019 0 8
