New research links drinking three or more caffeinated beverages, but not fewer than three, to the onset of migraine symptoms…
Having a parent, sibling, or child with blood cancer increases one’s own risk
New data suggest that people who have a parent, sibling, or child with blood cancer have a higher likelihood of…
Brain researchers invent an affordable smartphone measurement for testing of medications
Brain researchers have invented an inexpensive method to measure tremor as known from Parkinson’s disease in mice. The method utilises…
Two-in-one contrast agent for medical imaging
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) visualizes internal body structures, often with the help of contrast agents to enhance sensitivity. Scientists have…
High-energy lasers could be used to treat Alzheimer’s disease in the future
The aggregation of amyloid protein fibrils is involved in diseases such as amyloidosis and even Alzheimer’s. Thus, dissociation of these…
1-2 caffeinated drinks not linked with higher risk of migraines; 3+ may trigger them
Researchers have evaluated the role of caffeinated beverages as a potential trigger of migraine.
Promising clinical trial results for drug for rare disease in which patients can’t eat fat
In a Phase III clinical trial, the drug volanesorsen significantly reduced blood fat (triglyceride) levels in participants with a rare…
Pupillary response to glare illusions of different colors
Researchers measured people’s perceived brightness and pupillary response after viewing glare illusions presented in a variety of different colors. A…
Fish preserve DNA ‘memories’ far better than humans do
We are all familiar with the common myth that fish have poor memory, but it turns that their DNA has…
Positive effect of music and dance on dementia proven by New Zealand study
A pilot study has shown the powerful influence music and dance can have on older adults with dementia.