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High blood pressure, atrial fibrillation and smoking linked to severe stroke risk

People with conditions or habits such as high blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation, or smoking, not only have a higher risk of stroke, they may also have more severe strokes than people without these risk factors, according to a study published in the November 13, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

13 Nov 2024

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Professor Nancy Ip discusses her groundbreaking neuroscience research, focusing on neurotrophic factors and innovative Alzheimer's disease treatment approaches.

13 Nov 2024

HEPA air purifiers fall short in cutting respiratory infections in aged-care facilities

Research on HEPA-14 air purifiers in aged care reveals no significant impact on respiratory infections, though initial phase results suggest potential benefits.

13 Nov 2024

New study links circadian gene variants to winter depression

Variants of the PER3 gene disrupt adrenal adaptation to winter light, leading to serotonin disruption and depression-like behaviors in humanized mice models.

13 Nov 2024

Study suggests beta-blockers may elevate depression symptoms in post-MI patients

In MI patients with preserved heart function, beta-blockers are linked to higher depressive symptoms, indicating a need for careful mental health assessment.

13 Nov 2024

The synergy of nutrition and traditional medicine for holistic health and wellbeing

Researchers explore how nutrition and traditional medicine can support holistic health.

13 Nov 2024

Frailty may predict dementia risk years before onset, study finds

Research shows frailty levels rise significantly before dementia, suggesting it could be a key marker for early identification and prevention of dementia risk.

13 Nov 2024

Comparing camel, cow, and goat milk: Which is best for diabetes and heart health?

Camel milk's nutritional profile supports diabetes and heart health, offering superior metabolic benefits over cow and goat milk for chronic disease management.

13 Nov 2024

Asthma associated with memory issues in children

Findings indicate asthma in children correlates with memory issues, suggesting early onset may hinder cognitive growth and executive function development.

13 Nov 2024

Stem-cell implants restore vision in patients with corneal stem cell deficiency

Researchers successfully tested the safety and preliminary efficacy of stem-cell-derived corneal implants, showing promise for restoring vision in patients with severe corneal damage.

12 Nov 2024

Scientists uncover cerebrospinal fluid markers for Alzheimer's detection and treatment

Researchers map the unique genetic regulation of proteins in human cerebrospinal fluid, identifying potential targets for Alzheimer’s treatments.

12 Nov 2024

Continuous Medicaid enrollment linked to lower risk of late-stage lymphoma diagnosis

Continuous enrollment in Medicaid was associated with a lower rate of a late-stage lymphoma diagnosis in children and adolescents/young adults (AYAs).

12 Nov 2024

Practical tool helps predict epilepsy risk in venous stroke patients

A practical calculator that predicts the risk of epilepsy after venous stroke is presented in a study from the University of Gothenburg and others.

12 Nov 2024

Community-led intervention curbs childhood obesity and boosts quality of life

The RESPOND trial adapted to COVID-19 disruptions by shifting to a cluster-parallel randomized design, enabling analysis despite the pandemic's impact on school and community participation rates.

12 Nov 2024

Early radiosurgery for small cranial nerve tumors can prevent future complications

Patients with a small cranial nerve tumor that can cause hearing loss, vertigo, imbalance and ringing in the ears have typically been watched rather than proactively treated, as the risks of early intervention were thought to outweigh the benefits.

12 Nov 2024

New biomarker could help predict Parkinson’s disease progression

A team of researchers from the University of Barcelona and the Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) has identified a potential biomarker of Parkinson's disease progression.

12 Nov 2024

Finnish epilepsy care pathway sets benchmark for healthcare systems

The Finnish epilepsy care pathway has been published in Epilepsia Open. This Finnish model for epilepsy care provides a streamlined, multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy, and combines modern digital tools, data sharing and peer support.

12 Nov 2024

Vitamin D receptor activation slows cell overgrowth in pulmonary hypertension

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High blood pressure, atrial fibrillation and smoking linked to severe stroke risk

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

HEPA air purifiers fall short in cutting respiratory infections in aged-care facilities

New study links circadian gene variants to winter depression

Study suggests beta-blockers may elevate depression symptoms in post-MI patients

The synergy of nutrition and traditional medicine for holistic health and wellbeing

Frailty may predict dementia risk years before onset, study finds

Comparing camel, cow, and goat milk: Which is best for diabetes and heart health?

Asthma associated with memory issues in children

Stem-cell implants restore vision in patients with corneal stem cell deficiency

Scientists uncover cerebrospinal fluid markers for Alzheimer's detection and treatment

Continuous Medicaid enrollment linked to lower risk of late-stage lymphoma diagnosis

Practical tool helps predict epilepsy risk in venous stroke patients

Community-led intervention curbs childhood obesity and boosts quality of life

Early radiosurgery for small cranial nerve tumors can prevent future complications

New biomarker could help predict Parkinson’s disease progression

Finnish epilepsy care pathway sets benchmark for healthcare systems

Vitamin D receptor activation slows cell overgrowth in pulmonary hypertension

Western diet accelerates endometriosis growth and disrupts gut health

Air pollution found to contribute to head and neck cancer incidence

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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