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·October 3, 2017·5 min read

‘Drain Pipes’ in the Brain: Lymphatic Vessels Act As Pipeline Between Brain and Immune System

A new study in eLife provides evidence that our brains may drain waste via our lymphatic vessels. The vessels may act as a 'pipeline' between the brain and immune system. Researchers say the findings could alter the way we think about how the brain and immune system inter-relate.

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·October 3, 2017·3 min read

‘Gatekeeper’ in Itching Sensation Plays No Role in Pain Transmission

Researchers reveal a neurotransmitter implicated in the itch sensation plays no role in the transmission of pain sensations.

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·October 3, 2017·6 min read

Earlier School Start Time May Increase Depression and Anxiety Risk

A study from Rochester University researchers adds to growing evidence that school start times can have an impact on adolescent mental health.They reveal teens who start school before 8:30 am are at an increased risk of developing depression and anxiety due to compromised sleep quality.

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·October 3, 2017·5 min read

One Hour of Exercise a Week Can Prevent Depression

Just one how of exercise a week can help to reduce depression risk, a new study reveals.

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·October 2, 2017·5 min read

Healthy Lifestyle Linked to Lower Pain in MS Sufferers

Modifying lifestyle to include more healthy options could help to relieve pain symptoms in multiple sclerosis, a new study reports.

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·October 2, 2017·4 min read

Stress Diminishes Our Capacity to Sense New Dangers

NYU researchers report stress can lead to a diminished ability to predict new dangers.

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·October 2, 2017·5 min read

Preventing Autoimmune Disease After Viral Infections

A study in Nature Immunology reports on the mechanism that helps to prevent autoimmune diseases from developing following infection. Researchers report a population of immune cells develop during late stages of the immune response to influenza infection.

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·October 2, 2017·6 min read

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Reduces Multiple Sclerosis Associated Fatigue

A new study reveals a non-invasive method of brain stimulation may help to reduce fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis patients.

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·October 2, 2017·3 min read

Shared Genetics in Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder

According to researchers, a genetic variant changes the expression of the SNAP25 protein, impacting information processing between brain areas associated with regulating emotions. Researchers report this may increase the risk of developing schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

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·October 2, 2017·5 min read

Healthy Bacteria in Yogurt May Reduce Lupus Symptoms: Mouse Study

A new study from Virginia Tech reveals a healthy bacteria found in yogurt could reduce some lupus symptoms. The study expands on earlier work from the researchers, noting a lack of Lactobacillus in both mice and humans with lupus.