Neuroscience
Too much TV might dull the aging brain
(HealthDay)—The old saying, "TV rots your brain," could have some validity for folks as they age.
Feb 28, 2019
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Americans world's biggest TV addicts, watching four hours a day
The average person around the world spent nearly three hours a day in front their television last year, according to a report released Monday.
Apr 9, 2018
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Health
How misinformed vaccine beliefs affect policy views
While there is broad support in the United States for pro-vaccination policies, as many as 20% of Americans hold negative views about vaccination. Such misinformed vaccine beliefs are by far the strongest driver of opposition ...
Aug 20, 2020
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Health
How to burn calories during everyday tasks
Looking for ways to burn extra calories? Don't just stand there—these moves allow you to multitask for fitness.
May 27, 2019
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Genetics
Sequencing studies help pinpoint gene in Prader-Willi syndrome
As so many genome studies do, this study published online in the journal Nature Genetics began with a single patient and his parents who were in search of a diagnosis.
Sep 29, 2013
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Doctors look to treat sick children in virtual worlds
Doctors in a domed laboratory in Canada are designing a virtual world where they hope to one day treat traumatized children with colorful avatars using toy-like medical gadgets.
Dec 27, 2011
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Lies that 'might' eventually come true seem less unethical
People may be willing to condone statements they know to be false and even spread misinformation on social media if they believe those statements could become true in the future, according to research published by the American ...
Apr 14, 2022
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Other
Withdrawing life support for traumatic brain injuries needs cautious approach
Death following severe traumatic brain injury is associated with a highly variable incidence of withdrawal of life support at the end of life, finds a new study in CMAJ. Rates of withdrawal of life support vary between hospitals, ...
Aug 29, 2011
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Health
Spirituality linked with better health outcomes, patient care
Spirituality should be incorporated into care for both serious illness and overall health, according to a study led by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Brigham and Women's Hospital.
Jul 12, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
How does political news affect moods? New study in young doctors shows real-time effects
They work in a bubble of 80-hour work weeks, and 24-hour shifts. They're caring for patients for the first time, while still learning the ropes of the medical profession. The constant stress wears on their mental health.
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