Blocking substance P following a head injury can prevent tau protein tangles from forming in the brain and lower the risk for CTE and other head injury associated dementias.
Neuropeptide Substance P may help mediate social memory in the CA2 area of the hippocampus, researchers report.
It has been well known for a number of years that placing a baby to sleep on their stomachs increases the risk of SIDS. Researchers report a developmental abnormality more prevalent in premature and male babies, may contribute to SIDS risk, in conjunction to the sleep position.
Researchers discover how pain fine tunes pain relief. The findings could help further understanding of pain and addiction to opioids.
