Could Alzheimer’s Have Origins in the Gut?
THURSDAY, June 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — People with early markers of Alzheimer’s disease in the brain also have alterations in their gut bacteria, a new study finds — hinting at a potential way to identify people at risk of dementia, and possibly …
Learn MoreLoving, Supportive Daycare Tied to Better Grades Years Later
THURSDAY, June 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Could high-quality child care for young children translate into better grades in math and science?Yes, says new research that found children with caregivers who provided both warmth and mental stimulation go…
Learn MoreCasi un 15 por ciento de los niños en edad escolar de EE. UU. han recibido un tratamiento de salud mental
MARTES, 13 de junio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Alrededor de uno de cada siete niños estadounidenses de 5 a 17 años se sometió a alguna forma de tratamiento para la salud mental en 2021, el año más reciente con estadísticas disponibles. Esto es lo que…
Learn MoreFor Folks Without the Condition, Taking ADHD Meds to Get ‘Smarter’ Could Backfire
WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 (HealthDay News) — So-called “smart drugs” meant to enhance brain performance are more likely to leave users ineffectually spinning in place, a new study has found.These stimulants, typically used to treat ADHD, increased stu…
Learn MoreAlzheimer’s Stages: Mild, Moderate & Severe
WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 (HealthDay News) — When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it can be a challenging and emotional journey for the individual and their family. Understanding the progression of the disease and recognizing the ch…
Learn MoreBlack Americans’ Risk for MS May Be Higher Than Thought
WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 (HealthDay News) — For years, multiple sclerosis was seen as a disease that largely affects white people. But a new study finds that it’s much more common among Black Americans than previously believed.Researchers found that …
Learn MoreThe 10 Alzheimer’s Symptoms You Need to Know
WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, affects millions of lives worldwide, robbing patients of their memories and thinking abilities. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and P…
Learn MoreIncomplete ED Neurovascular Imaging Tied to Higher Odds of 90-Day Stroke
TUESDAY, June 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Emergency department visits for transient ischemic attack (TIA) with incomplete neurovascular imaging are associated with higher odds of subsequent stroke within 90 days, according to a study published online…
Learn MoreNearly 15% of School-Age Children in U.S. Have Received Mental Health Treatment
TUESDAY, June 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) — About one in every seven American kids aged 5 to 17 underwent some form of mental health treatment in 2021, the latest year for which statistics are available.So finds a new report from researchers at the U.S…
Learn MoreLong Space Flights Could Take Toll on Astronauts’ Brains
FRIDAY, June 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Astronauts spending six months or longer in space should stretch their time between trips to three years, warns new research on the impact of space travel on the brain.To study this, researchers examined the br…
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