E-cigarettes help smokers quit even without specialist support, randomized trial finds
A new study by Queen Mary University of London has found that e-cigarettes can help people quit smoking even without ongoing behavioral support.
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Amygdala activity predicts which new images may become lasting memories
A walnut-sized area of the brain known as the amygdala plays a giant role in determining which experiences end up in long-term memory and which are forgotten. The Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University discovery points to ...
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Spinal fluid DNA testing may clarify brain tumor diagnoses when MRI leaves questions
A Mayo Clinic study published in the Journal of Neuro-Oncology suggests that analyzing DNA in cerebrospinal fluid could provide another source of information when MRI cannot provide a clear brain tumor diagnosis or obtaining ...
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New guideline provides recommendations on managing shift work disorder
A new clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine establishes evidence‑based recommendations for the management of shift work disorder in adults.
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One session of heated tobacco use injures blood vessels and damages DNA
Just one session of heated tobacco product use results in measurable damage to the blood vessels, according to a study published today (Tuesday) in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.
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Congo's Ebola outbreak tops 10,000 cases as authorities race to slow the spread in African countries
The fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Congo has reached 10,000 confirmed cases, government data showed Tuesday, as health authorities race to slow the spread of the disease in multiple African countries.
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Viagra's cousin could help muscle cells stay primed for regeneration
Tadalafil is a prescription drug closely related to Viagra. It is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and the urinary symptoms of an enlarged prostate. Both competitive and recreational athletes sometimes use it too, ...
AI chatbots may worsen symptoms in people with psychosis
Conversational AI chatbots are a relatively new technology, but they are now ubiquitous, embedded in everything from customer service platforms to personal productivity tools. Such is their rapid adoption that potential negative ...
Detailed brain map reveals how the insula shapes bodily sensations and processes pain
Tucked deep within the human brain's lateral fissure, beneath layers of the cerebral cortex, lies the insula. It is the hub that controls sensations ranging from pain and physical touch to hunger and emotions. Yet, it remains ...
One violin lesson changes brain wave patterns as beginners learn to play
A new study using wearable brain imaging has shown what happens in the human brain when someone learns to play a musical instrument. The results revealed the patterns of brain activity that enable us to play an instrument, ...
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