People who have better spatial memory are also better at identifying odors, according to a study published this week in
Month: October 2018
New drug could sustain oxygen-starved hearts
Running low on oxygen is a major danger for any of your body’s tissues, but the heart is particularly sensitive
Health Tip: Be Aware of Autumn Driving Hazards
Autumn is a particularly dangerous time to be out driving. The days are getting shorter, the weather can be unpredictable
Researchers discuss the role of evidence-based medicine in healthcare decision making
A special issue of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES)’s Journal of Cognitive Engineering and Decision Making explores the
Omega-3s in Seafood May Keep You Healthier, Longer
Tuna, salmon, mackerel, cod: Whatever your preference, eating more seafood may help you stay healthy as you age, new research
Electronic medical records show promise in reducing unnecessary testing
Upon implementing electronic medical record-based interventions, Boston Medical Center reduced unnecessary diagnostic testing and increased the use of postoperative order
Genomic analysis offers insight into 2018 Nigeria Lassa fever outbreak
A surge in Lassa fever cases in Nigeria in 2018 does not appear to be linked to a single virus
Making gene therapy delivery safer and more efficient
Viral vectors used to deliver gene therapies undergo spontaneous changes during manufacturing which affects their structure and function, found researchers
Preeclampsia Tied to Tripling of Dementia in Later Life
High blood pressure during pregnancy can be a sign of preeclampsia — a potentially life-threatening complication. Now, new research suggests
Validating a new definition for respiratory failure in children
According to a first-of-its-kind international study, a new definition of Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (PARDS) results in a more
