Health
How to avoid information overload
Being able to go online offers a wealth of knowledge, keeps you connected to loved ones and makes all sorts of transactions more convenient. But there's a downside.
Jul 3, 2019
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Pediatrics
'Virtual focus groups' uncover clues to rural and urban HPV vaccination disparities
Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center and Dartmouth College have harnessed the power of social media to understand differences in attitudes and behaviors about human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination ...
Mar 13, 2019
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Health
New survey identifies the social influences in people attending A&E
A survey of 20 disadvantaged neighbourhoods across the North West (UK) has revealed the social influences on why people attend their local Accident & Emergency department.
Jan 17, 2019
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Chemicals in hair products for black women raise concerns
(HealthDay)—Multiple chemicals associated with endocrine disruption and asthma are contained in hair products used by black women and children, according to a study published online April 25 in Environmental Research.
May 21, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study examines state of social, personality psychology research
Is the quality and overall state of social and personality research "rotten to the core," as has been debated by psychologists in recent years?
Apr 29, 2017
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Health
Teen girls see big drop in chemical exposure with switch in cosmetics
A new study led by researchers at UCÂ Berkeley and Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas demonstrates how even a short break from certain kinds of makeup, shampoos and lotions can lead to a significant drop in levels of hormone-disrupting ...
Mar 7, 2016
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Pharmocogenomics has not fulfilled its promise to developing countries
From 1997 to 2010, despite promises made by the international scientific community, pharmacogenomic research produced few studies focusing on rare, orphan and tropical diseases prevalent in developing countries. Catherine ...
Apr 2, 2014
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Health
Social contact, regular exercise key to living longer
Social contact and regular exercise are key to aging well and living a longer life, according to newly presented research.
Feb 17, 2014
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Bothersome tinnitus linked to neuroticism
People with 'neurotic' tendencies are more likely to be troubled by their tinnitus, a new study involving researchers at The University of Nottingham, has found.
Sep 27, 2013
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Neuroscience
Brain region implicated in emotional disturbance in dementia patients
A study by researchers at Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is the first to demonstrate that patients with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) lose the emotional content/colour of their memories. These findings explain why ...
Jul 12, 2013
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