Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Still coughing after COVID? Here's why it happens and what to do about it
Coughing is a socially awkward symptom, particularly since the COVID pandemic hit.
Mar 30, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
All screens toxic for teen health after just two hours of use
Whether it is watching television or playing electronic games, teenagers are experiencing serious physical and mental health consequences after just two hours of screen use, according to University of Queensland-led research.
Mar 29, 2022
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Health
Three health issues doctors are seeing more of due to COVID-19
The stress, isolation and disruption of our routines during the coronavirus pandemic have taken their toll on many of us, leading to an increase in related health problems ranging from weight gain to back pain.
Sep 13, 2021
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Surgery
10 years after obesity surgery, how did life turn out?
In a new study from Lund University and the University of Gothenburg, patients were interviewed about their experiences 10 years after undergoing obesity surgery. The results show that the effect on eating and weight regulation ...
May 12, 2021
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Medications
Toothache sufferers turn to antibiotics for 'cure' on social media
Social media is used extensively to seek antibiotics, avoid dental treatment and provide support to people with toothache, according to new research.
Apr 21, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Leaders take note: Feeling powerful can have a hidden toll
New research from the University of Florida Warrington College of Business finds that feeling psychologically powerful makes leaders' jobs seem more demanding. And perceptions of heightened job demands both help and hurt ...
Mar 16, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
How research on chronic illnesses will improve COVID-19 treatment
A new paper in Oxford Open Immunology, published by Oxford University Press, examines prior findings in the field of neuroimmunology that suggest potential treatment strategies for patients suffering long-term symptoms from ...
Feb 10, 2021
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Medications
Perspective: Why opioids cannot fix chronic pain
A broken heart is often harder to heal than a broken leg. Now researchers say that a broken heart can contribute to lasting chronic pain.
Dec 22, 2020
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Cardiology
Social isolation during COVID-19 pandemic linked with high blood pressure
Lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic is associated with an increase in high blood pressure among patients admitted to emergency. That's the finding of a study presented at the 46th Argentine Congress of Cardiology (SAC).
Nov 19, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
One in four older refugees are in psychological distress—even decades after resettlement
A new study of Canadians aged 45-85, released this week in the International Journal of Social Psychiatry, found that 24% of refugees were in psychological distress compared to 13% of non-refugee immigrants and those born ...
Nov 19, 2020
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