by Alison Poulton, The Conversation Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that can affect all stages of life. Medication is not the only treatment, but it is often the treatment that can make the most obvious difference to a person who has difficulties focusing attention, sitting still or not acting on...
Ashton says researchers using technologies like the RosetteArray are finding that the risk factors for autism spectrum disorder are boiling down to a couple of core pathways, that seem to have roles very early in human brain development, which is helpful Peer-Reviewed Publication UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON ROSETTEARRAYS, DEVELOPED AT UW–MADISON, GROW FIELDS OF NEURAL ROSETTES...
Written by Timothy Aungst, PharmD | Reviewed by Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPS AsiaVision/E+ via Getty Images Key takeaways: Metformin is a common first-choice treatment for Type 2 diabetes. It helps lower your blood sugar levels and can lower your risk of cardiovascular events like heart attacks. It also has a low risk of causing...
Fiberglass is a synthetic material that contains fragile glass fibers. These fiberglass particles can penetrate the skin, leading to pain and a rash. When a person cuts or saws fiberglass, the dust can irritate the eyes and airways. This article discusses what happens when the skin comes into contact with fiberglass, how to remove fiberglass...
Missing GP appointments is associated with early death, and those with long-term mental health conditions are at particular risk. Dr Ross McQueenie led the study from the University of Glasgow along with colleagues from Lancaster University and the University of Aberdeen. In the largest study of its kind, the team examined over 500,000 patients’ appointment histories in Scotland, tracked for...
