MEDICINE & HEALTH

Sleep Habits May Be Directly Related to Alzheimer’s Disease

Excessive daytime sleepiness linked with brain protein involved in disease. Analysis of data captured during a long-term study of aging adults shows those who reported being very sleepy during the day, were three times more likely to have brain deposits of beta-amyloid; a protein that's a hallmark for Alzheimer's disease, years later.

Scientists Develop Oral Vaccine for Hepatitis B

Study shows a team of scientists collaborate to produce a needleless vaccine against Hepatitis B Hepatitis B affects millions of people annually. Everyone is at risk especially small children.

Less Invasive Surgery for Faster Recovery of Lung Cancer

Thoracoscopic lobectomy, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), combined with pulmonary artery sealing using an ultrasonic energy device reduced the risk of post-operative bleeding, complications, and pain

Diabetic Patients Can Still Enjoy Desserts, Expert Says

Dietitians say that diabetic patients can still enjoy desserts by working it in their meal plan People with diabetes may think that desserts and sugar are forbidden since they are loaded with carbohydrates.

Living Alone Linked to Common Mental Disorders

A new study concludes that there is a link between living alone and CMDs. They also find that it affects all age groups and sexes and that primarily, loneliness is the driver.

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