Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
COVID may be tied to rise in brain infections in children
COVID-19 may be linked to a rise in bacterial brain infections in children, a new study suggests.
Aug 5, 2022
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Health
First-of-its-kind study examines the impact of cannabis use on surgical patients' post-procedure healthcare needs
As legislation in multiple states eases former restrictions around medical and recreational cannabis in the United States, an increasing proportion of the population reports use of the drug. Between 2016 and 2018, more than ...
Feb 24, 2023
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Medications
New hope for treating chronic pain without opioids
According to some estimates, chronic pain affects up to 40% of Americans, and treating it frustrates both clinicians and patients––a frustration that's often compounded by a hesitation to prescribe opioids for pain.
Feb 16, 2021
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Immunology
Evidence mounts that MMR and TDAP vaccines strengthen protection against severe COVID-19
Vaccines are designed to induce a strong and long-lasting immune response through the creation of memory T cells and B cells. The Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine, given during early childhood, and Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis ...
Aug 31, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Four habits of happy people—as recommended by a psychologist
What makes you happy? Maybe it's getting up early to see the sunrise, hanging out with family and friends on a weekend, or going for a dip in the sea. But what does science say about the things happy people do?
Feb 21, 2023
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Are you overexercising? Why you should work rest into your workout routine
After months of being cooped up thanks to cold weather and omicron, many of us are eager to hit the pavement or gym.
May 25, 2022
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Take advantage of at-home workouts
If you work from home, are on a time crunch, or you just don't enjoy the gym, exercising at home will allow you to break a sweat effectively. Find workouts that challenge you based on your fitness level and incorporate them ...
Aug 23, 2022
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Medications
Taking opioids at home after surgery: More harms than benefits
A new study conducted at the RI-MUHC concludes that prescribing opioid analgesics at discharge after surgery does not reduce postoperative pain and increases the risk of adverse events.
Jun 20, 2022
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Medical research
Six minutes of daily high-intensity exercise could delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease
Six minutes of high-intensity exercise could extend the lifespan of a healthy brain and delay the onset of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. New research published in The Journal ...
Jan 11, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Brazil now has more young than old COVID patients in ICUs
The number of COVID-19 patients under 40 in intensive care in Brazil surpassed older groups last month, a researcher said Sunday, amid a deadly surge driven partly by a new coronavirus variant.
Apr 11, 2021
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