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Collagen ‘tile’ delivers postsurgical radiation in glioblastoma
If replicated in larger trials, GT therapy “could define a new standard of care, and there would really be no reason why patients shouldn’t get...
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‘Double-edged’ impact of sparring on the brains of MMA fighters
Results showed a strong association between the number of sparring rounds per week and increased white matter hyperintensity volume.
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Antipsychotic safe, effective for resistant depression in phase 3 trial
Previous research has shown almost half of patients with MDD do not experience satisfactory results from their current treatment regimen.
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Disasters abroad a major trigger for mental illness in expats
“Our results show that, no matter how long you’ve been away, you’re prone to the same negative outcome,” said Dr. Gaëlle Rached.
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Innovative med school curriculum could help curb the opioid epidemic
A lack of understanding about addiction has contributed to the “huge problem” experts now face in treating addictions.
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Mechanical touch therapy device promising for anxiety
Study participants were on medications that weren’t effective and wanted to find a nondrug method of relieving their symptoms.
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Air pollution is a seizure trigger for patients with epilepsy
“Our findings suggest that people with epilepsy should avoid high CO exposure to reduce potential seizure risk.”
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Virtual reality an ‘exciting opportunity’ for geriatric psychiatry
There is evidence that VR technology is feasible for older adults, with specific applications in cognitive disorders, said Dr. Harmehr Sekhon.
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Virtual reality therapy promising for agoraphobia
Automated VR addresses the problem of patients being too afraid to leave home for in-person treatment and may also help address the shortage of...
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Stem cells restore lost function after traumatic brain injury
The exact mechanism of the treatment is unclear, but researchers believe it “establishes a milieu of growth” for cells in the brain and promotes...
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More years of ice hockey play tied to higher CTE risk
Each additional year of ice hockey play increased the risk for CTE by 23%.
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Brain implant is a potential life-changer for paralyzed patients
The minimally invasive device enables patients to carry out important activities of daily living.
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Migraine linked to preeclampsia and other pregnancy complications
Women with a history of migraine may benefit from enhanced monitoring during pregnancy.