Smokers More Likely To Smoke When Watching Others Smoke
The finding suggests the unconscious and involuntary activation of mirror neurons in smokers.
Monthly Archives: February 2011
Quizzes Help The Brain Remember, Study Shows
The study examined the effects of sleep on learning if the brain is aware it will be put to a test beforehand.
Lifting Weights Recommended For Children, Adults
According to the America College of Sports Medicine report, weight lifting in early life may lessen the likelihood of age-related muscle degeneration and allow adults to live independently longer.
Vegetarian, Vegan Diets May Increase Heart Disease Risks
Individuals who adhere to a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle may be at an increased risk of developing atherosclerosis and blood clots.
Scientists Effectively Analyzing Genes Using 1000 Genomes Project
The 1000 Genomes project was launched so that scientists would be able to study genetic variants across populations.
Parkinson’s Drug, Requip (ropinirole), May Cause Homosexual Desires, Gambling Addiction
He would sue the drugs’ manufacturing company, GlaxoSmithKline, and his neurologist, for symptoms which manifested after taking the drug.
Kidney Tissue Regeneration May Be A Possibility, Study Shows
It has been discovered that a cell in zebrafish kidneys, when transplanted to another fish, helps in generating new nephrons.
Obesity During Pregnancy May Be Passed To Children, Study Shows
This problem arose from the fact that obesity is globally on the rise, and women fall prey to this condition especially when pregnant.
Mobile Applications Provide Physicians Urgent Information On iPhone, iPad
These new mobile applications will provide easy access of vital medical images for doctors not present within a health care facility.
Patient Neglect May Be Caused By Strict Documentation Standards For Nurses
Nurses have always been taught the importance of documentation of patient care. It is the most crucial aspect of being a nurse at the hospital.
