Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Brain Disease: Insights from AHA Statistical Update
The latest AHA Statistical Update highlights the important link between cardiovascular risk factors and the growing global burden of brain disease, emphasizing the need for integrated preventive strategies to address modifiable risk factors and reduce the incidence of brain-related disorders.
October 2022
Long-Term Effects of Recurrent Ear Infections on Postural Stability: Clinical Investigation
Investigating the long-term effects of recurrent ear infections on postural stability sheds light on the neurological consequences of chronic otitis media and underscores the importance of early intervention to mitigate balance impairments in pediatric populations.
October 2022
Latin America: Mental Health of Healthcare Personnel at Risk
Despite the high prevalence of mental health issues among healthcare personnel in Latin America during the COVID-19 pandemic, only a third of those in need of psychological help received appropriate support, highlighting the urgent need for mental health resources and support services for frontline workers.
October 2022
Neurological Developmental Differences in Infants Born During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Being born during the COVID-19 pandemic is associated with differences in neurological development at 6 months of age, suggesting potential impacts of prenatal and early-life exposures on infant brain development and highlighting the need for further research to understand the long-term consequences.
October 2022
Addressing the Global Burden of Depression: Expert Recommendations
Experts call for united action to reduce the global burden of depression, emphasizing the need for increased awareness, improved access to mental health services, and evidence-based interventions to promote mental well-being and prevent depressive disorders worldwide.
September 2022
Sleep Duration and Caloric Intake: Exploring Links to Weight Management
Improving and maintaining adequate sleep duration is associated with reduced caloric intake and weight management, highlighting the importance of sleep hygiene and healthy lifestyle behaviors in promoting metabolic health and preventing obesity.
September 2022
Loneliness and Dementia Risk: Insights into Cognitive Decline
Loneliness is associated with an increased risk of dementia, characterized by poorer executive function and neurobiological changes, highlighting the psychosocial determinants of cognitive health and the importance of social support in dementia prevention efforts.
September 2022
Metabolic Syndrome and COVID-19 Outcomes: Implications for Disease Burden
Metabolic syndrome is associated with an increased risk of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and death from COVID-19, providing insights into the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on individuals with metabolic comorbidities and underlying cardiometabolic dysfunction.
September 2022
Anxiety as a Predictor of Cardiometabolic Disease: Early-Life Implications
Anxiety may affect cardiometabolic health earlier in the life course than previously thought, highlighting the importance of addressing mental health concerns as part of early intervention strategies to prevent and manage cardiometabolic diseases.
September 2022
Music and Neurons: Discovery of 'Singing' Neurons in the Brain
Researchers discover 'singing' neurons in the brain that are uniquely activated during singing, providing insights into the neural mechanisms underlying music perception and production, and enhancing our understanding of the brain's response to auditory stimuli.
September 2022
