Health Matters A blood test that can accurately detect when someone has not slept for 24 hours has been developed…
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Folic acid can help prevent birth defects
Health Matters A team of international researchers – including experts from the University of Central Florida and Emory University –…
Healthy exercise key to good night’s sleep
Health Matters Early riser or night owl, everyone appreciates a good night’s sleep. But despite the best of intentions, quality…
Mild cognitive impairment can lead to dementia: Study’
Health Matters Individuals with mild cognitive impairment, especially of the “amnestic subtype” (aMCI), are at increased risk for dementia due…
Tiny magnetic particles in air linked to Alzheimer’s
Pic: Health Matters2 Magnetite, a tiny particle found in air pollution, can induce signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, new…
Higher education helps life’s longevity
Health Matters Participants in the Framingham Heart Study who achieved higher levels of education tended to age more slowly and…
Coronary artery calcium score to predict heart attacks
Health Matters Coronary artery calcium scoring with CT can identify symptomatic patients with a very low risk of heart attacks…
Sleep improves ability to recall complex events
Health Matters Sleep helps consolidate our memory of complex associations, thus supporting the ability to complete memories of whole events.…
Scientists invent ultra-thin, minimally-invasive pacemaker
Health Matters Sometimes our bodies need a boost. Millions of Americans rely on pacemakers – small devices that regulate the…
AI to help spot early risk factors for Alzheimer’s
Health Matters UC San Francisco scientists have found a way to predict Alzheimer’s Disease up to seven years before symptoms…