Archive: 20/12/2016

Study confirms 'sniff test' may be useful in diagnosing early Alzheimer's disease

Tests that measure the sense of smell may soon become common in neurologists' offices. Scientists have been finding increasing evidence that the sense of smell declines sharply in the early stages of Alzheimer's, and now ...

Dec 20, 2016

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Feeling blue? Taking a break from Facebook might help

A new study shows that regular use of social networking such as Facebook can negatively affect your emotional well-being and satisfaction with life. But you don't have to quit Facebook altogether; simply changing your social ...

Dec 20, 2016

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Pathologists vary in suggested therapy for melanocytic lesions

(HealthDay)—Pathologists have wide variability in treatment suggestions for melanocytic lesions, according to a study published in the January issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dec 20, 2016

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Stay safe, play safe in a winter wonderland

(HealthDay)—When you're outdoors enjoying the winter weather, be sure to protect against cold temperature-related injuries, a sports medicine expert says.

Dec 20, 2016

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Daily low-dose aspirin may cut pancreatic cancer risk

(HealthDay)—There's evidence that daily low-dose aspirin may decrease the risk of pancreatic cancer, according to a new study.

Dec 20, 2016

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Strict rest may not be best medicine for kids' concussions

Strict rest may not be the best medicine for kids with concussions, a Canadian study found, challenging the idea that physical activity should be avoided until symptoms disappear.

Dec 20, 2016

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As children with autism age, services to help with transition needed

According to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 45 children is diagnosed with autism. As these children age, experiences such as leaving school, finding jobs and living alone can be ...

Dec 20, 2016

Trends in extracorporeal life support

For critically ill patients with heart or lung failure that does not respond to conventional treatments, extracorporeal life support (ECLS) can provide a bridge to survival. Updated analysis of a worldwide database finds ...

Dec 20, 2016