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Exercise improves brain function, possibly reducing dementia risk

A study led by scientists at Rutgers University-New Brunswick has shown that specialized cells involved in how the body responds…

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Exposure to aircraft noise linked to worse heart function

People who live close to airports and are exposed to high aircraft noise levels could be at greater risk of…

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New scan method unveils lung function secrets

A new method of scanning lungs is able to show the effects of treatment on lung function in real time…

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Brain map clarifies neuronal connectivity behind motor function

Signals relayed to motor neurons from the brain enable muscle movement, but these signals typically pass through spinal interneurons before…

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Antibody that neutralizes inhibitory factors involved in nerve regeneration leads to enhanced motor function after acute spinal cord injury

The latest study results have been published online in the journal The Lancet Neurology. A multi-centre clinical trial (NISCI trial:…

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Long COVID brain fog linked to lung function

In patients with long COVID, lower pulmonary gas exchange may be associated with impaired cognitive function, according to a study…

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New insights into sleep uncover key mechanisms related to cognitive function

While it’s well known that sleep enhances cognitive performance, the underlying neural mechanisms, particularly those related to nonrapid eye movement…

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Recycled pacemakers function as well as new devices, international study suggests

Recycled pacemakers can function as well as new devices, a University of Michigan-led study suggests. These used and reconditioned devices…

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War impacts the function of children’s DNA and slows development

Children living in war-torn countries not only suffer from poor mental health outcomes, but war may cause adverse biological changes…

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Bystander CPR up to 10 minutes after cardiac arrest may protect brain function

The sooner a lay rescuer (bystander) starts cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a person having a cardiac arrest at home or…

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