Cart is empty Recognizing motion requires an enormous amount of computing power from the brain. A new study from Alexander Borst’s department at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence shows how the fly brain masters this task: By performing a neuronal computation on three network levels, it distributes the workload over several steps.
Men with metastatic prostate cancer live longer thanks to new drugs, study finds
Survival rates for men with metastatic prostate cancer have increased by an average of six months, something which coincides with the gradual introduction of “dual treatment” since 2016. This is according to a register study of all Swedish men diagnosed between 2008 and 2020. The results are published in JAMA Network open.
Examining differences in mortality rates for dangerous cerebral hemorrhage among Finnish university hospitals
Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is one of the most dangerous cerebrovascular disorders, with as many as 40% of patients dying within one month of the event.
CLERK APPROVES CREATION OF PARLIAMENTARY CAUCUS ON ‘WASH’
By NATION REPORTER
THE Office of the Clerk of the National Assembly has approved the establishment of a Caucus on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH).
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Years of research laid the groundwork for speedy COVID-19 shots
The Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded Monday to two scientists whose work led to the mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
Gulf War illness may increase risk for heart disease or stroke
Military veterans with Gulf War illness may face a higher risk for heart disease, stroke and several risk factors, a new study suggests.
BUDGET HASN’T TACKLED CONSTITUTION REVIEW – NGOCC
By BUUMBA CHIMBULU
THE Non-governmental Gender Organisations’ Coordinating Council (NGOCC) is concerned that the 2024 national budget does not make provision for the constitution review, especially the inclusion of the expanded Bill of Rights.
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Family doctor shortage: Medical education reform can help address critical gaps, starting with a specialized program
Recent reports indicate that more than 6 million Canadians are without a family doctor. This not only has a massive impact for those individuals, but also for the entire health-care system. Given current caseloads, about 4,000 family doctors would be required to address the current shortfall.
Our mood usually lifts in spring. But after early heat waves and bushfires, this year may be different
When we think of spring, we might imagine rebirth and renewal that comes with the warmer weather and longer days. It’s usually a time to celebrate, flock to spring flower festivals and spend more time in nature.
Early indicators of dementia: Five behavior changes to look for after age 50
Dementia is often thought of as a memory problem, like when an elderly person asks the same questions or misplaces things. In reality, individuals with dementia will not only experience issues in other areas of cognition like learning, thinking, comprehension and judgment, but they may also experience changes in behavior.