Health
Canadian doctors to start prescribing museum visits
A group of Canadian doctors are to begin prescribing trips to an art gallery to help patients suffering a range of ailments become a picture of health.
Oct 26, 2018
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Medications
One in four older adults prescribed a benzodiazepine goes on to risky long-term use
They may start as well-intentioned efforts to calm anxiety, improve sleep or ease depression. But prescriptions for sedatives known as benzodiazepines may lead to long-term use among one in four older adults who receive them, ...
Sep 10, 2018
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Health
Cheese may help control blood sugar
Cheese's high fat content has made it a dietary culprit in the minds of many people, but a new University of Alberta study funded by Dairy Farmers of Canada (C.B.C.) shows it helps control blood sugar levels.
Apr 04, 2019
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Autism spectrum disorders
Scientists just beginning to understand autistic adults' unique health needs
In the 1990s, the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) among children rose sharply. These children are now entering adulthood, yet physicians and scientists know very little about the health outcomes they might face. ...
May 11, 2018
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Health
Recurrent miscarriage linked to faulty sperm
The early-stage study, from scientists at Imperial College London, investigated the sperm quality of 50 men whose partners had suffered three or more consecutive miscarriages.
Jan 04, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
The link between losing a relative during pregnancy and the mental health of the child
When a close relative dies, the stress can be overwhelming. But for many adults and children, mourning and grief often give way to healing.
Apr 06, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Treating mental disorders with psychedelic psychotherapy
Millions of Australians suffer from a myriad of mental health issues. Depression, PTSD and addiction to name a few. But what if we could help them by trying something a little trippy?
Oct 10, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Global warming will hike mental health woes, study finds
Mental health problems will increase as temperatures rise due to climate change, a new study warns.
Oct 10, 2018
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Genetics
Scientists identify hormone potentially linked to hypersexual disorder
A new study of men and women with hypersexual disorder has revealed a possible role of the hormone oxytocin, according to results published in the journal Epigenetics. The finding could potentially open the door to treating ...
Sep 23, 2019
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Cardiology
Potential cause of elevated nighttime blood pressure in patients with apnea identified
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) affects an estimated 22 million Americans. In addition to sleep problems, the condition can cause other health issues, including high blood pressure, chronic heart failure and stroke. Some patients ...
Dec 05, 2019
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