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FridayJul 15, 2022 11:02 am

Scientists Identify Gene Behind Pediatric Bone Cancer

Scientists at the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina have found that the OTUD7A gene impacts Ewing sarcoma development. Ewing sarcoma is a type of cancer that develops primarily in children and affects bones or tissues surrounding the bones. Figures show that roughly 250 young adults and children are diagnosed with this rare cancer annually in the United States. Of this number, about one-half eventually succumb to the illness, which points to the need for better treatments. The researchers, who collaborated with Atomwise Inc. on this study, published their findings in the “Advanced Science” journal. Pengda Liu, co-lead…

ThursdayJul 14, 2022 11:30 am

Study Maps How Brain Changes During Treatment for Depression

New research has mapped how an individual’s brain changes as they undergo treatment for depression. The study, which was carried out by scientists from the University of British Columbia, was focused on finding out what happened in the brain when a person underwent repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation. This noninvasive treatment uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in an individual’s dorso-lateral prefrontal cortex. This region of the brain is involved in mood regulation. This particular treatment is usually administered when other treatment strategies, such as drugs, haven’t effectively helped a patient manage their depression. Various studies have found that antidepressants…

WednesdayJul 13, 2022 3:02 pm

Online Companies Offering Mental Health Services Come Under Spotlight

The need for therapists in the United States is currently at an all-time high, with the latest data from the CDC showing about 40% of adults in the country are struggling to find help for their substance abuse or mental health issues because of a therapist shortage. With no physical providers of the services they seek nearby, most are turning to online sources to meet their needs. Numerous digital mental health companies, such as BetterHelp, which offers access to therapy sessions, have been launched these last few years. These companies often receive backing from venture capital firms and provide a…

TuesdayJul 12, 2022 3:40 pm

Study Finds That Sex, Ethnicity May Impact Risk of Suicide After Concussion

Traumatic brain injuries are among the most difficult injuries to recover from. On top of causing issues such as speech difficulties and problems with logic, studies have found that individuals who sustain long-lasting symptoms from their injuries are more likely to develop mental health problems, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and suicidal thoughts. Up to 30% of those who survive brain injuries go on to develop post-concussion syndrome, a condition that refers to long-term symptoms after a concussion. Common symptoms of post-concussive syndrome include headaches, brain fog, nausea, blurry vision and memory problems. An estimated 80% of concussion patients…

MondayJul 11, 2022 12:39 pm

New Study Finds Some Viruses Can Make You Tastier to Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes aren’t just loud and annoying, they take hundreds of thousands of lives per year by spreading diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, yellow fever and Zika. Researchers have now discovered a kind of cyclical relationship between mosquitoes and mosquito-borne viruses, including dengue fever and the Zika virus. The researchers found that once these viruses have infected humans and mice, they alter their scent and make them more attractive to mosquitoes. Attracted by your altered scent, the deadly bugs gorge on your infected blood and transport the viruses to their next victim. Once the new victim is infected, the cycle…

FridayJul 08, 2022 10:24 am

Researchers Believe Seasonal Allergies Are Worsening

Have you noticed that your pollen allergies are getting worse by the season? You’re not alone. Scientists from Columbia University Irving Medical Center have revealed that outdoor allergies have been getting worse. Physicians across the country say the past few allergy seasons have been more severe as historically high numbers of people sought treatment for allergy symptoms, including itchy eyes, sneezing and running noses. David A Gudis, an ear, nose and throat doctor at Columbia is certain that seasonal allergies are becoming more prevalent. He states that pollen allergies such as hay fever can have serious ramifications for some people…

ThursdayJul 07, 2022 12:13 pm

Study Suggests That Test of Memory May Signal Brain Tumor Presence

Diagnosing brain tumors in a timely manner can be difficult. Early symptoms of the deadly condition, such as coordination problems and persistent headaches, are common to several other medical conditions. Brain tumor diagnosis usually relies on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to spot the tumor and surgery or a biopsy to determine the kind of tumor. But the Brain Tumour Charity estimates that health professionals miss an overwhelming amount of brain cancer cases in their first investigation (99%) and that patients often go years before getting an accurate diagnosis. Researchers from the University of Edinburgh have developed a new verbal fluency…

WednesdayJul 06, 2022 1:58 pm

Brain Cell Regulation Mechanism Could Unlock Novel Treatment Modalities for Neurological Conditions

Neurological conditions such as Huntington's and Alzheimer’s disease as well as spinal cord injuries can be nigh impossible to treat. In most cases, all doctors and caregivers can do is reduce the severity of the symptoms and find ways to improve a patient’s quality of life. Consequently, scientists are always looking for more effective treatments for the millions of people in the world who live with neurological disorders. Researchers studying the brain and how it responds to disease and injury have now mapped a brain cell regulation mechanism that could allow them to develop novel treatments for brain disorders and…

TuesdayJul 05, 2022 1:55 pm

New Study Finds That Probiotics May Be Useful in Fight Against Depression

Gut biome, or the community of bacteria that live in the digestive tract, plays a significant role in overall health. If the balance of healthy and unhealthy bacteria in the stomach and intestines gets out of balance, individuals are likely to develop a variety of issues, including high blood sugar, weight gain and high cholesterol. According to a study that was recently published in the “Translation Psychiatry” journal, there may be a link between gut bacteria and mental health. The study found that probiotics, which consist of “good bacteria” that can benefit the digestive system, can be used to alleviate…

FridayJul 01, 2022 10:43 am

Exploring Why Women Have Heightened Risk of Developing Long COVID Infections

As the coronavirus pandemic raged on and millions of people across the world became infected with the virus, it became clear that for some people, the symptoms of COVID did not abate after a few weeks. Rather, these individuals experienced a variety of symptoms for months after their initial diagnosis, a phenomenon that was soon dubbed long COVID. Additionally, it seemed like women had a heightened risk of experiencing long COVID than men. This is despite the fact that previous research had shown men’s immune systems to be weaker against the coronavirus compared to women. Researchers looking into the prevalence…