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Children with type 1 diabetes maybe at higher risk of mental health issues, finds study – World News Network
Children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes are at significantly higher risk of a number of mental health issues, including mood and anxiety disorders, a study from a team in the UK and the Czech Republic has found.
Influenza viruses can use two ways to infect cells: Study – World News Network
Most influenza viruses enter human or animal cells via specialised routes on their surfaces. Researchers at the University of Zurich have revealed that certain human and avian influenza viruses may infect cells via a second entrance mechanism, an immune system protein complex.
Autoantibodies can be behind lifelong risk of viral infections: Study – World News Network
A new study shows that about two per cent of the population develop autoantibodies against type 1 interferons, mostly later in life. This makes individuals more susceptible to viral diseases like COVID-19. The study, conducted by University of Zurich (UZH) researchers together with a USZ team, is based on an…
Weight loss influences risky decisions in obesity: Study – World News Network
Scientists at the DZD partner German Institute of Human Nutrition Potsdam-Rehbrucke (DIfE) have now explored whether substantial weight reduction improves metabolic and psychological states, as well as decision-making ability. The findings were reported in the journal Clinical Nutrition.
New sleep study tries to understand cognitive decline in women – World News Network
Alzheimer's disease, the most common type of dementia, currently affects twice as many women as men, with minority populations predicted to witness the most significant increase in cases in the coming years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Hormone therapy for breast cancer may be linked with lower dementia risk: Study – World News Network
Hormone modulating therapy (HMT) used for the treatment of breast cancer was associated with a 7 per cent lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and related dementia later in life, according to a new study