Can Low Birth Weight Raise Autism Risk?
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Hormone in Women Linked to Dementia, Study Finds
Researchers have found a possible connection between a hormone found in body fat and the risk of dementia, adding to the growing evidence on the potential link between the condition and diabetes. Continue Reading
‘Body Clock’ Might Affect Women’s Dementia Risk
TUESDAY, Dec. 13 (HealthDay News) -- An older woman's sleep/wake cycle and levels of physical activity may affect her risk of developing dementia, a new study suggests. Originally posted Continue Reading
Twin study finds occupational chemical exposure may be linked to Parkinson’s risk
A new research report contributes to the increasing evidence that repeated occupational exposure to certain chemical solvents raises the risk for Parkinson's disease. Researchers analyzed the Continue Reading
NIH-funded twin study finds occupational chemical exposure may be linked to Parkinson’s risk
( NIH/National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke ) A new research report contributes to the increasing evidence that repeated occupational exposure to certain chemical solvents raises Continue Reading
Teens Who Work Graveyard Shift Might Face Higher Risk of Multiple Sclerosis
Teenagers who perform shift work could face a higher risk of multiple sclerosis (MS), according to new research from Sweden. See the article here: Teens Who Work Graveyard Shift Might Face Higher Continue Reading
Believing your health is bad hikes dementia risk
Thinking that you are in poor health may increase your risk for dementia, a new study suggests. The rest is here: Believing your health is bad hikes dementia risk Continue Reading
More Evidence Links Diabetes, Dementia
MONDAY, Sept. 19 (HealthDay News) -- People with diabetes are at significantly higher risk of developing all types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, finds a new study that bolsters previous Continue Reading
Exercise may reduce dementia risk
ROCHESTER, Minn., Sept. 8 (UPI) -- Aerobic exercise -- any exercise that gets the heart pumping -- may reduce the risk of dementia and slow its progression once it starts, U.S. Link: Exercise may Continue Reading
More Evidence Links Genes to Parkinson’s
TUESDAY, Aug. 30 (HealthDay News) -- A genetic variation that reduces the risk of Parkinson's disease by nearly 20 percent in many populations has been found by an international team of Continue Reading
Consumption of Antioxidants and Its Long-Term Effect on Dementia Risk
Summary This study was conducted to assess the risk of dementia over the years in people and its association with the amount of antioxidants they take in through their diet. A total of 5,395 Continue Reading
Study: Moderate drinking may reduce dementia
A new study finds that moderate drinking may decrease the risk of dementia and cognitive decline in older people. Read more here: Study: Moderate drinking may reduce dementia Continue Reading
Moderate alcohol use may reduce dementia, cognitive damage: study
About to uncork that bottle of merlot? A study finds that moderate drinking may decrease the risk of dementia and cognitive decline in older people. Go here to read the rest: Moderate alcohol use Continue Reading
Drink Wine To Beat Dementia Risk, But Find The Balance Study Reports
For over thirty years research has been done and much debate has carried on about the benefits or risks associated with drinking alcohol and wine in particular. View original post here: Drink Continue Reading
Autism sibling risk is ‘higher’
If a child has autism, the risk of a younger sibling also developing the disorder is higher than previously thought, says a large US study. Excerpt from: Autism sibling risk is 'higher' Continue Reading
Autism Risk ‘High’ For Kids With Older Sibling With The Disorder
The overall risk that a younger sibling of an autistic child will also have the disorder is 19 percent, a new study finds. Here is the original post: Autism Risk 'High' For Kids With Older Sibling Continue Reading
Treatment of sleep-disordered breathing may prevent dementia
Treating a sleep disorder to improve oxygen flow through the body may also help lower the risk of dementia in older-age people, according to a new study. See the original post here: Treatment of Continue Reading
Head injuries in war, sports may boost dementia
Brain injuries sustained on the battlefield and the gridiron of American football likely boost the risk of dementia later in life, according to two studies released Monday. View original post Continue Reading
Brain injury raises dementia risk, US study finds
A large study in older veterans raises fresh concern about mild brain injuries that hundreds of thousands of American troops have suffered from explosions in recent wars. Even concussions seem to Continue Reading
Can Prescription Amphetamine Use Raise Parkinson’s Risk?
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