Category: Education
Nuts ‘protect against early death’
Eating half a handful of nuts every day could substantially lower the risk of early death, a Dutch study suggests. Previous studies had already indicated a link with cardiovascular health, but this is the first to look at specific nuts […]
Young adults use social media to quit smoking
Social media’s success rate for helping young adults quit smoking is twice that of traditional methods, according to a new study. The study compared the results of social media-based campaign Break It Off against those of Smokers’ Helpline, a phone […]
Why Saying Just One Word Can Calm Runaway Emotions
I used to feel nervous when I spotted a certain imposing woman who was several rungs above me in the hierarchy at work. One day, I admitted, “Boy, I really feel intimidated by her.” Intimidated. As soon as I said the magic […]
A better night’s sleep is all in your head
Do you toss and turn at night, yearning for a good night’s sleep? According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 50 million to 70 million American adults have a sleep or wakefulness disorder that can affect their lives […]
Constant stress at work may not make you fat
Constant stress on the job doesn’t necessarily lead people to pack on the pounds, an analysis of obesity research suggests. In a sign of encouragement for office workers who crave an extra pint or pizza after a rotten day, researchers […]
Diphtheria reported in Spain, 1st case in three decades
An unimmunized 6-year-old boy from Olot has contracted diphtheria and is currently admitted at an Barcelona hospital ICU. This is the first recorded case of diphtheria in Spain since 1986, according to an El Pais report (computer translated). The last […]
Albinism 101
Affecting 1 in every 17,000 people, albinism is a medical condition characterized by the lack of an essential pigment called melanin, which lends color to the skin, eyes and the hair. Let’s learn more about this condition and unveil some […]
Creativity and psychosis share a genetic source: study
Artistic creativity may share genetic roots with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, according to a study published on Monday. The research, published in the journal Nature Neuroscience, delves into a well-known genetic database – the deCODE library of DNA codes derived […]
Vitamin D and calcium supplements have no impact on menopausal women
In the months or years leading up to menopause some women experience irregular periods, vaginal dryness, hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems, mood changes, weight gain and slowed metabolism, thinning hair and dry skin. Sometimes doctors prescribe vitamin D and […]
If detected early, diabetes leads to fewer heart problems
Earlier screening, diagnosis and treatment of type 2 diabetes may decrease the risk of cardiovascular problems, hint results from a computer model. The timing of the diagnosis and the start of treatment appeared more important than the actual intensity of […]
