Archive: 05/06/2014

Researchers use rhythmic brain activity to track memories in progress

University of Oregon researchers have tapped the rhythm of memories as they occur in near real time in the human brain.

Jun 5, 2014

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Innovative diabetes app for smartphone

An app for smartphones automatically calculates the carbohydrate content of a meal. The programme called "GoCARB" enables diabetics to better plan their meals and to control their blood glucose easier. GoCARB was developed ...

Jun 5, 2014

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Researchers find genome sequencing can be used to identify severe intellectual disability

(Medical Xpress)—A large team of researchers based in the Netherlands has found that whole genome sequencing can be used to identify a large percentage of patients who have a severe intellectual disability (SID). In their ...

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Failed child asylum claims in the UK

Research from the University raises concerns that many young people who are refused asylum in the UK are not being advised appropriately and are not appealing against decisions even when they have an arguable case.

Jun 5, 2014

Nine tips for keeping your toenails healthy this summer

People want their toenails to look great in the summer. But many people allow their toenails to grow too long, which can cause discoloration, blisters and other problems, according to Loyola University Medical Center podiatrist ...

Jun 5, 2014

A new diagnostic tool for dementia diseases

A new diagnostic tool helps clinicians to differentiate between Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia and mild cognitive impairment. Presented in the doctoral thesis of MD Miguel Ángel Muñoz Ruiz at the University ...

Jun 5, 2014

Anal cancer rates quadrupled since mid 70s

(Medical Xpress)—Anal cancer rates in the UK have increased by nearly 300 per cent over the last 40 years, according to new figures published by Cancer Research UK.

Jun 5, 2014

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Novel coronary stent materials reduce heart inflammation risk

Tiny metal tubes called stents - which keep blood flowing through diseased coronary arteries by slowly releasing medication - have helped to save the lives of millions at risk of heart disease. Once inserted into arteries ...

Jun 5, 2014