Early statin treatment may help children with Fragile X
Lovastatin, a common statin usually prescribed to control cholesterol, corrected learning and memory deficits associated with Fragile X syndrome in rodent models. ... Read More...
University of Edinburgh
Aspirin green light for brain bleed stroke patients
Aspirin may help reduce further bleeding in those who have suffered a stroke.... Read More...
Drugs to prevent stroke and dementia show promise in early trial
Two drugs commonly prescribed to treat heart disease and angina, are well tolerated in stroke patients. Early indications suggest the treatments may help to improve blood vessel function in the arms and brain, and may also improve cognitive skills.... Read More...
Vitamin D study sheds light on immune system effects
Vitamin D causes dendritic cells to produce more CD31, hindering the activation of T cells. The study sheds light on how vitamin D deficiency regulates the immune system and can lead to autoimmune diseases, like multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
Parkinson’s clues seen in tiny fish could aid quest for treatments
Zebrafish study reveals how key dopaminergic neurons, which are damaged as a result of Parkinson's disease, can be regenerated. Researchers report the immune system plays a critical role in the process.... Read More...
Genetics Study Focuses on Origins of Depression
A new international study has identified 269 new genes linked to depression.... Read More...
Shedding Light on Brain Cell Changes in Multiple Sclerosis
A new study sheds light on brain cells implicated in multiple sclerosis. Researchers found there are several types of oligodendrocytes, and the ratio of these cells differ significantly in those with MS. The findings could help develop new targeted treatments for progressive multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
Genes Reveal Clues About People’s Potential Life Expectancy
Researchers report they are able to predict those who will live longer or die sooner than average based on examining their DNA.... Read More...
How Redheads Inherit Their Flaming Locks
Researchers have identified eight genes linked to red hair. The study also found almost 200 genes associated with hair texture, color and whether the hair grows straight or curly.... Read More...
Clues That Suggest People Are Lying May Be Deceptive
A new study reveals verbal and physical signs of deception are harder to detect than people believe. ... Read More...
Breast Milk May Be Best For Premature Babies’ Brain Development
A new study reports babies born prematurely show better brain development when fed breast milk rather than formula. ... Read More...
Baby Talk Words Build Infants’ Language Skills
According to researchers, using baby talk words such as 'bunny' and 'choo choo' can help boost language acquisition in infants between 9 and 21 months. ... Read More...