Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Why exercise gets harder the less you do
Doing less exercise could deactivate a vital protein in the body, causing further inactivity and making exercise more difficult, new research suggests.
Mar 1, 2022
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University of Leeds
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Unravelling the mysteries around type 2 diabetes
For more than 30 years, scientists have been trying to unravel the mystery of how a key biological molecule self assembles into a rogue protein-like substance known as amyloid, which is thought to play a role in the development ...
Feb 24, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Low risk of COVID spread on Underground rail, further supported by mitigations
People travelling on the London Underground and similar rail systems were at a low risk of being exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19, according to computer simulations.
Feb 8, 2022
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Ophthalmology
Using the eye as a window into heart disease
Scientists have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can analyze eye scans taken during a routine visit to an optician or eye clinic and identify patients at a high risk of a heart attack.
Jan 25, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Unintended consequences of edicts to wear a mask
Governments need to be careful about the messaging around compulsory mask wearing to ensure the policy is fully effective, say researchers.
Jan 10, 2022
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Health
Some sunscreen mixtures lose effectiveness and become harmful during sun exposure
During use some sunscreens offer very limited protection against dangerous sunrays and may even be harmful.
Oct 15, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Understanding the relationship between ADHD and entrepreneurialism
New research shows that behavior frequently associated with ADHD, such as inattentiveness, can contribute to lower earnings over time.
Oct 6, 2021
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Health
'Think twice' campaign could reduce risk of UK opioid epidemic
A campaign that urged GPs to 'think-twice' before putting a patient on opioid medicines is effective in reducing opioid prescribing in primary care, according to the findings of a major study.
Oct 4, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Stress-busting techniques lead to healthier behaviors
Learning new ways to manage stress can naturally lead to a healthier lifestyle and greater well-being, new research suggests.
Aug 26, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
'Safe and well tolerated'—the prototype breathing device for COVID patients
A simple electrical fan is the key component of a low-cost, easy-to-use breathing-support device designed to cope with the surge in COVID cases in low to middle income countries.
Aug 24, 2021
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