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Rates of subsequent myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) following an acute illness were roughly the same between people whose acute illness was due to COVID-19 and those who did not have COVID-19, a new study finds. A new study led by UCLA finds that rates of subsequent myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) following an acute

Researchers propose an improvement in the identification of human remains using craniofacial superimposition. The forensic identification technique is based on the analysis of a skull (post-mortem) and photographs of the person's face (ante-mortem). It represents a major step in making objective decisions that are based on the ability to quantify the probability that a skull

The largest study of CTE to date has found a new link between playing contact sports, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and the development of a movement disorder known as parkinsonism. The largest study of CTE to date has found a new link between playing contact sports, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and the development of a

In a recent mouse-model study researchers have now found that the cerebellum also controls thirst, a major function necessary for survival. Specifically, the research team found that a hormone, asprosin, crosses from the periphery into the brain to activate Purkinje neurons in the cerebellum. This leads to an enhanced drive to seek and drink water.

A study provides new evidence on the adverse effects of prenatal exposure to ethylene oxide (EO) on fetal development. The results show that increased EO exposure in utero is associated with a reduction in birth weight and head circumference in newborns. A study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a centre supported

A drug used to prevent migraine may also be effective in people with migraine who experience rebound headaches, according to a new study. A drug used to prevent migraine may also be effective in people with migraine who experience rebound headaches, according to a new study published in the June 26, 2024, online issue of

Report in the latest issue of the Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging. This groundbreaking test, known as fractional flow reserve derived from computed tomography (FFR-CT), offers a fast and accurate way to assess coronary artery disease without the need for invasive procedures. It has the potential to revolutionize the way patients are diagnosed and treated, leading to better outcomes and reduced healthcare costs. With its ability to pinpoint patients who would benefit from revascularization, FFR-CT is poised to become a vital tool in the fight against heart disease. Its non-invasive nature, precision, and potential to improve patient care make it a game-changer in the field of cardiology

For the majority of esophageal cancers, with periostin (POSTN) identified as a key player in promoting cancer progression. This suggests that targeting POSTN could be a promising new approach for treating ESCC. This breakthrough has the potential to significantly impact treatment strategies for this deadly cancer