Lay rescuers who do CPR are heroes and survivors—new statement addresses their perspective
For the first time, experts provide a concise review of the latest data on the experience of lay people who have performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), assessing their perspectives on training, their motivation to take action, and the psychological impact of…
Read MoreImmune cells could help predict the prognosis of patients with ALS
Immune cells could help predict the prognosis of patients with the rare neurological disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), says a study published today in eLife. The findings suggest that measuring changes in immune cell populations may help physicians monitor the…
Read MoreThe real reason you feel so burnt out right now (and 4 ways to overcome it)
Written by Meg Walters Do you feel like you can’t keep your eyes open at your desk and your brain is too foggy to function? It could be a case of burnout. But while we usually blame stress and overworking…
Read MorePhysical activity may protect your brain as you age
We all know we should exercise and eat healthy. But doing that isn’t just good for maintaining your figure as you age. New research from the University of Georgia shows that physical activity could help protect your cognitive abilities as…
Read MorePromising gene target for specific language impairment
A study from the University of Kansas recently published in the peer-reviewed journal Brain Sciences identifies a new gene target related to specific language impairment (SLI). The discovery of BUD13 for future biological investigation of language acquisition holds potential for…
Read MoreDementia: Changes in your physical appearance can signal the onset of brain decline
Dr Zoe says walking can reduce risk of dementia We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our…
Read MoreEthnic Disparities in Cancer Incidence: First New Data in 10 Years
Most cancer cases in England occur in White individuals, with some notable exceptions, new data show. White men and women are more than twice as likely to develop melanoma and esophageal, bladder, and lung cancers in comparison with individuals from…
Read MoreHigh cholesterol: What do e-cigarettes do to your levels? – study warns of dangers
Smoking and vaping: NHS shows difference between the two We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our…
Read MoreUrgent action needed to stem the rising trend of obesity in Africa
Urgent measures such as taxes and restrictions on sugary foods and drinks are needed to stem the rising trend of obesity in Africa, the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned. One in five adults and one in ten children and…
Read More6 symptoms of poor air quality
Are you wondering what symptoms of poor air quality are? On average, Americans spend 90% of their time indoors, where concentrations of some pollutants, like mold spores and dust, can be much higher than outside. Air pollutants can worsen the…
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