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Cocoa and Green Tea Reduce Negative Effects of Fatty Foods During Stress, Study Finds
New research from the University of Birmingham has found that consuming flavanol-rich cocoa drinks can protect the body’s vascular system from the adverse effects of stress and high-fat foods. Published in the journal Food and Function, the research provides fresh insights into how everyday dietary choices can impact cardiovascular function during stressful periods. “We know…
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CU Anschutz Study Links Climate Change to Rise in Eye Conditions
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have discovered a compelling association between climate change and ocular health. A recent study published in Clinical Ophthalmology reveals that clinical visits for eye conditions like conjunctivitis have more than doubled during periods with high airborne particulate matter, suggesting air pollution exacerbated by climate change could…
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Reduce Blood Pressure With 10 Minutes of Light Exercise Every Hour, Study Finds
By breaking up long periods of inactivity with light physical activity, children and young adults can significantly reduce their blood pressure, a new study published in the Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle has found. Researchers from the University of Eastern Finland, led by Andrew Agbaje, alongside University of Bristol and University of Exeter, tracked…
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Managing Risk Factors Key to Reducing Severe Stroke Risk
Conditions like high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation and smoking significantly increase the risk of having a severe stroke, according to a study published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. This large-scale research, encompassing data from 26,948 individuals across 32 countries with an average age of 62, represents a significant leap…
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AI Tech FastGlioma Dramatically Improves Brain Tumor Detection During Surgery
Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking artificial intelligence model, FastGlioma, capable of identifying residual brain tumor tissue with remarkable speed and accuracy. This innovation promises to revolutionize neurosurgery, according to a study published in Nature. FastGlioma, developed by a team from the University of Michigan and the University of California, San Francisco, can detect remaining cancerous…
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MRI-Guided Radiation Therapy Shown to Reduce Long-Term Side Effects for Prostate Cancer Patients
A new study by the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center reveals that MRI-guided stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) substantially lowers long-term side effects for prostate cancer patients compared to the standard CT-guided approach. After an extensive two-year follow-up, the researchers found that patients receiving MRI-guided SBRT experienced significantly fewer urinary and bowel issues. Notably, only…
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Air Pollution Linked to Surge in Eczema Cases, New Yale Study Finds
People living in heavily polluted areas are significantly more likely to develop eczema, according to a new study led by Jeffrey Cohen, assistant professor of dermatology and biomedical informatics and data science at the Yale School of Medicine. Published in PLOS ONE, the study finds a strong correlation between increased levels of fine particulate matter…
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Everyday Physical Activities Improve Cognitive Health in Middle Age, Study Finds
A new study led by Penn State College of Medicine suggests that incorporating everyday physical activities into daily routines can greatly benefit cognitive health, particularly processing speed, in middle-aged adults. The study, published in the Annals of Behavioral Medicine, revealed that engaging in activities as simple as walking a dog or doing household chores can…
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Genetic Insights Could Curb Cravings for Sugary Foods, Study Suggests
In a new study, published today in the journal Gastroenterology, researchers have uncovered a genetic variation that could explain why some people crave sugary treats more than others. This discovery opens up exciting possibilities for developing new treatments to curb sugar intake and combat related health issues, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. The…
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Potential Breakthrough Biomarker for Parkinson’s Disease Progression Identified
A new study by a team of researchers from the University of Barcelona and the Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) has identified a groundbreaking biomarker that could significantly alter the management of Parkinson’s disease. The study, published in NPJ Parkinson’s Disease, reveals that levels of a molecule known as ecto-GPR37 in the cerebrospinal fluid are…
