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Study of Everest Climbers Questions Oxygen Use
Health
- January 7, 2009
Whether low levels would work for ER patients with hypoxia remains unclear
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Brains of Bulimia Patients Wired Differently
Health
- January 6, 2009
Study found regions related to impulse control were less active
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Deep Brain Stimulation Helps Those With Advanced Parkinson's
Health
- January 6, 2009
Study found both physical function and quality of life improved
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Family History of Aneurysm Raises Stroke Risk for Smokers
Health
- January 6, 2009
They're 6 times likely to suffer bleeding stroke, study finds
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War Vets With Headaches Could Have Brain Problems
Health
- January 5, 2009
Reduced sense of smell might also signal need for testing, expert says
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Had a Concussion? Don't Panic, but Do Be Cautious
By Nancy Shute -
On Parenting
- January 2, 2009
A new website on how to treat head injuries notes that a single concussion isn't cause for alarm.
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Low Blood Sugar Levels May Help Protect Against Memory Loss
By Nancy Shute -
Health
- December 30, 2008
People with elevated blood sugar, even those without diabetes, have less brain activity.
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Risk-Takers May Lack Ability to Limit Brain Chemical
Health
- December 30, 2008
Finding might lead to new treatments for a variety of addictions, researchers say
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Rising Blood Sugar May Harm the Aging Brain
Health
- December 30, 2008
And exercise might help offset the effect, study suggests
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Honey Bees on Cocaine 'Dance' When Food Is Found
Health
- December 25, 2008
Research backs theory that insects' brain reward system activates pleasure centers
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Sleep Disorder Could Signal Neurological Disease
Health
- December 24, 2008
Finding could help docs spot those at risk for dementia, Parkinsons, researchers say
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Bling Makes Your Brain Sing
Health
- December 24, 2008
'Rewarding' objects receive star status in neurological vision systems, study shows
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Genes Seem to Affect Tissues Differently
Health
- December 23, 2008
Finding may help unravel how diseases form
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'Blind' Man Navigates Obstacle Course Without Error
Health
- December 22, 2008
Researchers say finding suggests alternate vision routes in the brain
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2 Cardiovascular Proteins Tied to Severity of Alzheimer's
Health
- December 22, 2008
Their interaction cuts blood flow to brain, limiting its ability to shed plaques
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Moms-to-Be Who Drink May Damage Fetus' White Matter
Health
- December 19, 2008
Study says brain microstructural changes may lead to cognitive problems
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Not All Dementia Is Called Alzheimer's
Health
- December 19, 2008
Vascular cognitive impairment impedes ability to organize thoughts, but it is preventable
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Depression, Anxiety Hinder Quality of Life After Stroke
Health
- December 18, 2008
Rehab efforts should focus on coping styles to boost outcomes, study says
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Older Drugs Better at Fighting Depression in Parkinson's Patients
Health
- December 17, 2008
Study finds more success when multiple brain receptors are targeted
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Small Doses of Carbon Monoxide Might Help Stroke Victims
Health
- December 16, 2008
Mouse study showed it reduced brain damage after attack
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Brain Adjusts to Cope With Life's Upsets
Health
- December 16, 2008
Study finds older women show less reaction to upsetting images
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Hypertension Might Hinder Thinking
Health
- December 15, 2008
Brainpower slowed on days when blood pressure shot up, study found
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Leprosy Lingers in the U.S.
Health
- December 12, 2008
But American physicians often overlook the illness, delaying diagnosis
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Most Mt. Everest Deaths Occur Near Summit During Descent
Health
- December 11, 2008
Study says high-altitude cerebral edema is a common problem for climbers
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Playing Video Games May Boost Older Brains
Health
- December 11, 2008
Study suggests video gaming could be part of mental exercise routine for older people
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