FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 27, 2020·4 min readCOVID-19 linked to cardiac injury risk and worse outcomes for patients with heart conditionsCOVID-19 can have fatal consequences for those with cardiovascular conditions and can also cause cardiac injury in patients without underlying heart conditions.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 2, 2020·4 min readIrregular sleep may increase risk of cardiovascular eventsInconsistent bedtimes and irregular sleep patterns could more than double the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 29, 2020·7 min readOmega-3 fats do not protect against cancerStudies reveal there is no demonstrable value in people taking omega 3 oil supplements for the prevention or treatment of cancer. Findings reveal there may be a slightly increased risk of men developing prostate cancer following long-term omega 3 consumption.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·February 25, 2020·4 min readThe effects of obesity mirror those of agingObesity's effects on cognitive decline, mobility, hypertension, and stress are similar to those of aging. Researchers argue that obesity should be considered a form of premature aging.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 25, 2020·4 min readRegular walnut consumption linked to health and longevity in womenWomen in their late 50s and early 60s who eat at least two servings of walnuts per week had an increased likelihood of healthy aging compared to those who did not.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 25, 2020·4 min readA weak heart also damages the brainHeart insufficiency has a negative impact on gray matter in the brain. Weak heart function was linked to decreased gray matter in areas of the brain associated with memory and learning, including the hippocampus and parietal medial cortex. This may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 17, 2020·4 min readThe skinny on why poor sleep may increase heart risk in womenWomen who sleep poorly tend to overeat and have an unhealthy diet, putting them at increased risk of developing heart disease and obesity.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 17, 2020·6 min readMortality from all causes over 40% higher in female domestic abuse survivorsWomen who have experienced domestic violence are 44% more likely to die from any cause compared to the general population. They also have a 51% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes and a 31% higher risk of being diagnosed with cardiovascular disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 10, 2020·4 min readCommon medication may lower risk of ‘broken heart’ during bereavementBereavement is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and heart attack. However, a low daily dose of a beta-blocker combined with aspirin can help to reduce the risk of a heart attack.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 10, 2020·5 min readLong-term medication for schizophrenia is safeLong-term antipsychotic use does not increase the risk of physical morbidity leading to hospitalization.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 21, 2019·3 min readWhat’s good for the heart is good for the brainTwin study reveals higher cardiovascular health is associated with better cognitive health.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·August 28, 2019·3 min readThe role of a single molecule in obesityA molecule called 27HC directly affects white adipose tissue and increases body fat, even if you eat a healthy diet.Read More
