Drug prices surge in 2019 … FDA clarifies need for new heart failure meds … Immune cell suppression reduces stroke damage in mice … Virginia Tech’s universal flu vaccine researchers granted $3...
For many with dementia, statins truly are a lifesaver
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 01, 2019
Statin users with dementia have a 22% lower risk of death when compared to non-users, according to new research.
Sleep apnea treatment eases depression in patients with cardiovascular disease
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Alicia Lasek
Jul 01, 2019
A common treatment for sleep apnea significantly reduces symptoms of depression in those with cardiovascular disease, a new study says.
Better now than never: Exercise may extend lifespan even for those who get a late start
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Alicia Lasek
Jul 01, 2019
Physical activity may lead to a longer life, even for those who don’t become active until middle age and beyond, according to a large cohort study.
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, June 2
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 01, 2019
High-dose influenza vaccines reduce hospitalizations, costs … Study looks at psychological impact of macular degeneration … Survey reveals top health worries of older Americans … Diaper sensor detects...
Higher-protein diet helps older women cut frailty risk, remain strong
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Alicia Lasek
Jun 28, 2019
A higher level of dietary protein may prevent the onset of frailty in older women, according to a recent study published in the European Journal of Nutrition.
For kidney patients, dialysis can harm functional ability
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 28, 2019
Kidney patients show functional decline within six months of initiating dialysis – and the older and more frail the patient, the more abilities are lost, a new study says.
Engage! When social involvement declines, cognitive abilities may follow
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Alicia Lasek
Jun 28, 2019
Social engagement may be a mark of how resilient – or vulnerable – someone is to cognitive decline, a recent study has found.
Clinical Briefs for Monday, July 1
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 28, 2019
UTIs, other infections may trigger stroke … Deep sleep sound stimulation improves recall … Clinicians ‘see’ patients’ pain using augmented reality … Flu vaccine effectiveness disappoints …...
One-hour brain boost: Therapy holds promise for people with neurological illness
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 28, 2019
Just one hour of neurofeedback brain training leads to improved brain activity, suggesting avenues for future therapy in neurological illnesses such as Parkinson’s disease and stroke.