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On-again-off-again love can bring you down
Over time, being in an on-again-off-again relationship can have a lasting negative influence on mental health, research shows. The negative effects sometimes linger on for more than a year, says...
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To spot alcohol use disorder, look at 13 risk factors?
Researchers have developed a new framework that they believe will help identify people previously overlooked for alcohol use disorder (AUD). The new framework focuses on 13 risk factors, such as...
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Smoking ups risk of poor outcomes after knee surgery
A history of tobacco use is more strongly associated with adverse knee replacement outcomes than any other modifiable risk factor, according to a new study. “While several studies have identified...
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To keep probationers out of prison, screen for PTSD
Identifying trauma in probationers with mental illness can help tailor the treatment they need outside of a correctional facility and potentially reduce their risk of incarceration, research finds....
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4 ‘cryptic’ SARS-CoV-2 variants lurk in NYC sewers
Researchers have detected at least four “cryptic” variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in samples of wastewater from New York City’s public sewer system. The latest COVID variants...
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Assistant app may improve memory for people with dementia
A personal assistant app that offers reminders about upcoming events and activities helped improve memory for older adults with dementia or mild cognitive impairment in a new study. Older adults with...
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CPAP may not do much for people with sleep apnea over 80
Continuous positive airway pressure is the treatment of choice for moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea, but it may not be as effective for people older than 80, a new study shows. Obstructive...
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HIV hijacks ’emergency response’ in host cells
Researchers have discovered how HIV evades one of the body’s best defenses. Their work could offer hope for future treatments that stop the spread of HIV in the body. Messenger RNA (mRNA) from HIV is...
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Optimistic teens may have lower risk of heart disease as adults
People who are more optimistic or positive when they’re teens can lower their chances of being in the high-risk category for heart disease as adults. Scientists have known for years that a person’s...
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Stigma may keep vet students from getting mental health care
The high-achieving and perfectionist culture associated with veterinarians, along with the perceived stigma that comes with reaching out for help, may prevent veterinary students from taking advantage...
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Discovery could lead to treatments for tummy woes in kids with autism
Researchers have identified specific RNA biomarkers linked with gastrointestinal issues in children with autism. The findings could one day lead to individualized treatments aimed at easing their pain....
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Bonding with students makes teachers better
Positive teacher-student relationships lead to better teaching, according to a new study. Previous research has shown positive teacher-student relationships promote student academic achievement, such...
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Sleep apnea speeds up aging, but CPAP can help
Untreated obstructive sleep apnea accelerates the biological aging process, according to a new study, but appropriate treatment can slow or possibly reverse the trend. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)...
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Can a virtual kayak ride speed up stroke recovery?
A new motion-sensor video game can help patients recovering from a stroke improve their motor skills and affected arm movements at home while checking in periodically with a therapist via telehealth....
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Gender bias makes humor at work tricky
Gender and status affect how humor comes across at work, research suggests. The findings show that humor in the workplace can be more challenging for women than for men. Factors include a woman’s...
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AI reveals link between family history and type 1 diabetes risks
A new data-driven approach is offering insight into people with type 1 diabetes, who account for about 5-10% of all diabetes diagnoses. The researchers gathered information through health informatics...
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Circulating tumor cells shed light on lung cancer’s return
Researchers have identified a process to study the actions and vulnerabilities of circulating tumor cells responsible for cancer recurrence in patients with non-small cell lung cancer. Non-small cell...
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COVID patients with pneumonia face higher dementia risk
Patients hospitalized with COVID-19 pneumonia have a higher risk of developing dementia than those with other types of pneumonia, according to a new study. The researchers pulled Cerner Real World Data...
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Anxiety and tummy trouble affect each other for kids with autism
New research finds a “bi-directional” relationship between gastrointestinal issues and internalized symptoms in children and adolescents with autism. That means the symptoms seem to be affecting each...
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Combo immunotherapy slows down liver cancer in mice
Researchers have discovered a specific combination immunotherapy that shows promise in the fight against liver cancer. The therapy involves a tumor-suppressing lipid molecule called nanoliposome...
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