Researchers at the University of Tsukuba have discovered that the so-called “multi-task exercise,” which combines cognitive activity with physical movement, enhances sleep quality in older women by activating the prefrontal cortex after exercise. These findings may support the development of exercise programs designed to improve sleep in older populations.
Advancements in ctDNA detection promise improved lymphoma outcomes
A research team led by Prof. Gu Hongcang from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has published a comprehensive systematic review on circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) technologies and their applications in lymphoma.
Intravascular imaging can improve outcomes for complex stenting procedures in calcified coronary arteries
Using intravascular imaging (IVI) to guide stent implantation during complex stenting procedures is safer and more effective for patients with severely calcified coronary artery disease than conventional angiography, the more commonly used technique.
A specialized diet with flavor improvement can improve gut disorders
A new study from Cedars-Sinai has examined whether a specialized diet could improve symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders linked to an imbalance in gut microbiota.
How controversial nutritionist John Harvey Kellogg pioneered the path to modern plant-based eating
When you hear the name Kellogg, Corn Flakes might be the first thing that comes to mind. But John Harvey Kellogg is famous for more than just breakfast cereals.
Stimulant involvement in opioid OD death higher for those in physically demanding jobs
A higher percentage of individuals who have psychostimulant involvement in synthetic opioid overdose deaths tend to work in physically demanding occupations and industries, according to research published in the March 27 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
Study identifies key heart marker predicting ischemic stroke and dementia
A research team from the University of Minnesota Medical School has identified a strong predictor of ischemic stroke and dementia, a discovery that could lead to improved patient outcomes. The findings were recently published in Stroke.
Measles spreads to central Texas; 5 states have active outbreaks
Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico reported new measles cases Tuesday, with the outbreak expanding for the first time into central Texas.
Why being ‘lazy’ at work might actually be a good thing
If you’re a young person today, you’ve probably felt the sting of being called lazy, or caught yourself wondering if you are. Do you sometimes feel guilty when not being productive, or find yourself pretending to be busy?
Rural communities need support to decrease health disparities and improve access to care, say researchers
Rural communities in the United States face a dire health crisis that threatens the population’s well-being, says the American College of Physicians, in a new policy published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine. “Improving Health and Health Care in Rural Communities: A Position Paper from the American College of Physicians,” says that it is critical that policymakers prioritize and direct attention to improving rural health and health care.