Health News Archives

Moms-to-Be Who Drink May Damage Fetus’ White Matter
Study says brain microstructural changes may lead to cognitive problems

Not All Dementia Is Called Alzheimer’s
Vascular cognitive impairment impedes ability to organize thoughts, but it is preventable

Depression, Anxiety Hinder Quality of Life After Stroke
Rehab efforts should focus on coping styles to boost outcomes, study says

Older Drugs Better at Fighting Depression in Parkinson’s Patients
Study finds more success when multiple brain receptors are targeted

Brain Adjusts to Cope With Life’s Upsets
Study finds older women show less reaction to upsetting images

Small Doses of Carbon Monoxide Might Help Stroke Victims
Mouse study showed it reduced brain damage after attack

Hypertension Might Hinder Thinking
Brainpower slowed on days when blood pressure shot up, study found

Playing Video Games May Boost Older Brains
Study suggests video gaming could be part of mental exercise routine for older people

Most Mt. Everest Deaths Occur Near Summit During Descent
Study says high-altitude cerebral edema is a common problem for climbers

Late Preterm Birth Poses Developmental Risks
Caesarean or induction should not be done before 39 weeks unless necessary, study says