Mental Health
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Stressed women undergoing fertility treatment risk weak heart health
Women attending fertility clinics faced increased blood sugar levels during pregnancy if they were under stress before conceiving, researchers have reported. Read more
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Risk factors revealed for young onset dementia
A “breakthrough study” has identified lifestyle and health factors among the risks for young onset dementia, laying the groundwork for new prevention strategies, researchers say. Read more
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CBT to be offered for menopause
Cognitive behaviour therapy should be offered to women with severe menopausal symptoms, according to guidance issued today. Read more
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Public want blood tests to diagnose dementia
Blood tests for diagnosing dementia would be much more acceptable than the current lumbar puncture tests, according to a new survey published today. Read more
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Early Alzheimer’s disease brain change seen
Activity changes in the hippocampus may be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease, researchers have found. Read more
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Dementia numbers set for big increase – analysis
Britain is facing a huge increase in the number of people living with dementia – far more than previously anticipated, researchers warned today. Read more
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Could bipolar disorder be diagnosed with a blood test?
British scientists have identified a biomarker that could distinguish bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder, it has been announced. Read more
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Lasting COVID symptoms ‘common’
A ‘significant proportion’ of people who have had COVID experienced lasting impacts, British researchers report today. Read more
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Immersive virtual reality ‘eases cancer patients’ distress’
Immersive virtual reality could be an effective way to help cancer patients ease their pain and distress, researchers report today. Read more
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Human brain cell atlas identifies links to neuropsychiatric disorders
The links between specific types of brain cell types and some common neuropsychiatric disorders have been identified for the first time. Read more