Reading is fundamental, but it’s also a complex skill. Now, a new study sheds more light on how the brain makes sense of the written word. Researchers found that two key brain “networks” work in tandem to help people read sentences — so folks not only grasp the meanings of individual words but also process… read on > read on >
Sciatica can send searing, unrelenting pain down your legs, and surgery is often recommended if other less invasive measures fail to bring relief. Unfortunately, a new study review suggests that such operations likely only provide temporary results, with pain typically returning within a year. Sciatica is “characterized by pain going down the back of the… read on > read on >
Getting a single CT scan during childhood doesn’t appear to increase a child’s risk of a future brain tumor, leukemia or lymphoma, new research finds, but getting four or more scans more than doubles the chances. CT scans use low-dose radiation, which can damage cells. Past evidence about the risks of cancer from these scans… read on > read on >
When exercise studies are led by men, female participants are often in short supply. While this underrepresentation of female research subjects has been documented in everything from clinical trials to cell cultures, a new study links researchers’ gender and women’s participation. “Our findings provide direct evidence of the link between gender of authors and gender… read on > read on >
About 1 in 4 people worldwide experience bad breath, according to the Cleveland Clinic — but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with it. Discover the most common causes of bad breath (halitosis) and some tried and true ways to get rid of it, for good. Bad breath causes “Bad breath can have various causes, including… read on > read on >
If you’ve ever experienced a toothache, you know how distracting the pain can be. Focusing at work or school, and getting a good night’s sleep, can become next to impossible. But if the toothache is caused by a tooth abscess, the pain can be that much more severe. What is a tooth abscess? What does… read on > read on >
If you have experienced a toothache, you know it’s no joke. That searing pain in your mouth can keep you from concentrating, getting adequate sleep and so much more. Plus, not treating the root cause of a toothache can lead to bigger problems down the road. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, it’s… read on > read on >
Researchers studying how tiny plastic particles can breach the protective blood-brain barrier report they have found that answer, thanks to mice and computer modeling. “With the help of computer models, we discovered that a certain surface structure [biomolecularcorona] was crucial in enabling plastic particles to pass into the brain,” said study co-author Oldamur Hollóczki, of… read on > read on >
Need to get your shut-eye on time? What you eat could make a difference, according to a new study. Researchers found that college athletes who ate more carbohydrates and vitamins B12 and C tended to go to sleep and wake up earlier. It’s possible that these nutrients might increase synthesis of vital hormones that regulate… read on > read on >
Most people have heard of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. But for some, psoriatic arthritis is the new kid on the block. Here’s what you need to know about psoriatic arthritis, including symptoms, types and treatments. What is psoriatic arthritis? Psoriatic arthritis (PsA), a progressive inflammatory condition of the joints and enthuses (places where the tendons… read on > read on >
