Category: Education
Later school start times more beneficial to students/teachers
Ample sleep for adolescents does support their health and alertness during the schooling period. A 2017 survey of the Cherry Creek School District (CCSD) in Colorado, US, notes longer sleep patterns at night after a shift to later school start […]
Meditation app use promising, study finds
The practice of meditation seems unsuitable for the fast-paced, urban lifestyle, but regular sessions could lead to a better mind in the midst of daily muddles. An American research pilot using an experimental app that teaches its users to meditate […]
Prostate cancer drug more effective with low-fat breakfast
Prostate cancer is regarded as the fifth cancer fatality worldwide. Singapore’s Cancer Registry notes that some 3,450 men were diagnosed with prostate cancer from 2009 to 2013 – this makes it the third most common cancer among Singaporean men, but […]
UK research finds blueberries lessens CVD risks
Blueberries are known to be rich in disease-fighting antioxidants – a cup of the small fruit decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and may apparently help more in patients with metabolic syndrome – marked by at least three risks, […]
US scientists discover how to turn on/off bad memories
Traumatic memories stem from a past fear and can recur over and over, leaving a person emotionally-loaded and wary, such as those who suffer from PTSD or similar psychological disorders. Briana Chen, a graduate researcher studying depression at Columbia University, […]
Charcoal toothpaste may promote tooth decay
Charcoal “whitening” is the latest fad over social media -a myriad of charcoal toothpastes/tooth powders are available, their packaging misleading in terms of “eco-friendly” or “antimicrobial” properties, as there is no scientific proof to back these claims. While limited research […]
Young adults have higher bowel cancer rates, study finds
Colorectal cancer is common amongst the aged and seems to be an affliction for young adults as well – European studies highlight a sharp rise in 20 to 29-year-olds in the past two decades, probably because of poor diet and/or […]
BPD is better defined, understood as a reaction to trauma
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a frequently misunderstood condition affecting millions globally. People with this condition are vulnerable, impulsive, and highly susceptible to criticism – ultimately being denied access to timely, quality care. BPD is characterised by emotional dysregulation, poor […]
