(Newswise)–Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a digestive disorder that causes heartburn and other uncomfortable symptoms, may affect nearly a third of U.S. adults each week, and most of those who take certain popular medications for it still have symptoms, according to a new Cedars-Sinai study. Also known as acid reflux, GERD is caused by gastric acid […]
In some children with autism, “Social” and “Visual” neural circuits don’t quite connect
(Newswise)–Among the first and most-documented symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a child’s aversion to interaction with others. Specifically, they appear uninterested in social activities and stimuli that would normally attract a young child’s attention, such as watching other children play, sing or dance. In a new study, published online December 17, 2019 in […]
Parents matter – protecting kids from risky drinking
(Newswise)–Many parents permit their adolescent children to drink alcohol, believing this helps teach them responsible use and avoids the appeal of ‘forbidden fruit.’ In research studies, greater parental permissibility for alcohol has been linked to earlier and heavier drinking in adolescence. However, it is not clear whether parents allowing adolescents to drink is itself to […]
Two UC San Diego researchers elected AAAS Fellows
(Newswise)–Two researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have been named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the largest general science organization in the world and publisher of the journal Science. Pamela Mellon, PhD, Distinguished Professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, and […]
Increase health benefits of exercise by working out before breakfast
(Newswise)–According to a new study, published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, health scientists at the Universities of Bath and Birmingham found that by changing the timing of when you eat and exercise, people can better control their blood sugar levels. The six-week study, which involved thirty men classified as obese or overweight and […]
Caregivers of people with dementia are losing sleep
(Newswise)–Caregivers of people with dementia lose between 2.5 to 3.5 hours of sleep weekly due to difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep — a negative for themselves and potentially for those who receive their care, Baylor University researchers say. But the good news is that simple, low-cost interventions can improve caregivers’ sleep and functioning. The […]
Seniors Who Drink Socially: Harmless Or Risky?
(Newswise)–Nearly half of Americans older than 65 years of age self-report as current drinkers. Most do not develop alcohol use disorders; however, it remains unclear if growing older entails greater vulnerability to alcohol’s effects. Research on the impact of “social” drinking – comparable to a glass or two of wine with dinner – among older […]
Escondido Businesses Unite To Prevent Underage Drinking At Quinceañeras
ESCONDIDO–Several Escondido businesses that sell Quinceañera-related goods and services, have launched a prevention campaign to encourage parents to protect underage drinking at these events. The Quinceañeras: Parties Without Risk campaign is geared toward the cultural traditional which celebrates Latino females’ 15th birthday. It’s not uncommon to find alcohol available at these celebrations, which typically include […]
Healthy Lifestyle May Cut Stroke Risk In Half For Women
(Newswise)–Women with a healthy diet and lifestyle may be less likely to have a stroke by more than half, according to a study published in the October 8, 2014, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study looked at five factors that make up a healthy lifestyle: healthy […]
Actress Marilu Henner To Speak At Vital Aging Conference
SAN DIEGO–There’s a big change in store for the 2019 Vital Aging Conference. Don’t worry, all your favorite things are still there. And it’s still free. It’s just in a new location this year – the San Diego Convention Center. The Wednesday, June 19 event will explore ways older adults can improve their health and […]
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