Cardiology
Researchers discover how heart arrhythmia occurs
Researchers have discovered the fundamental biology of calcium waves in relation to heart arrhythmias.
Jan 19, 2014
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Immunology
Researchers discover why sepsis from a staph infection causes organ failure
For patients diagnosed with a Staphylococcus aureus infection, often referred to as a staph or MRSA infection, every minute counts. The bacteria create havoc in the body. The immune system goes into overdrive. The heightened ...
Jul 26, 2018
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Volunteering can reduce dementia risk in seniors, study finds
Seniors now have a greater incentive than ever for doing volunteer work in their retirement years, in light of a new study that shows volunteering can substantially reduce the development of dementia.
May 11, 2017
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Other
When it comes to warm-up, less is more
New study in the Journal of Applied Physiology suggests that low intensity warm-ups enhance athletic performance.
May 27, 2011
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Pediatrics
Research study analyzes the best exercise for obese youths
What exercise program can best fight the "epidemic" of teen obesity? According to a study published in the JAMA Pediatrics, by combining aerobic exercise with resistance training.
Sep 22, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Researchers discover the microbiome's role in attacking cancerous tumours
Researchers with the Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases at the Cumming School of Medicine (CSM) have discovered which gut bacteria help our immune system battle cancerous tumors and how they do it. The discovery may provide ...
Aug 13, 2020
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Oncology & Cancer
Free, publicly available health data proves to be research gold mine
It's a popular question: What did you do over the summer? For Lubaba (Aurna) Khan, the summer of 2018 will be one she will never forget.
Dec 3, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Five myths about mental health you might still believe
Mental health affects everyone in the workplace in some way—whether we know someone struggling, or have struggled ourselves. But, despite its commonality, the stigma and myths attached to mental health still keep staff ...
Feb 25, 2019
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Neuroscience
Researchers discover that a change in brain function contributes to obesity
University of Calgary researchers find diet-induced obesity is linked to a functional change in the brain. The study published in Nature Neuroscience finds that in obese mice there is a reduction in function of the brain's ...
Feb 6, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study shows 33% of workers at homeless shelters suffer PTSD
It's probably no surprise that many people who experience homelessness have experienced trauma in their lives. However, a new study led by the University of Calgary Faculty of Social Work shows that a surprisingly large number ...
Mar 21, 2019
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