Millions of Brit women risking health with dangerous diets

LONDON – Millions of British women are putting their health at risk by shunning nutritious foods, health experts have warned.

An analysis of more than 100 scientific studies has painted a worrying picture of the dietary habits of the UK’s female … Original source on Gaea Times at : Millions of Brit women risking health with dangerous diets.

Doctors often misunderstand skin, dental problems

LONDON – Doctors often misunderstand problems patients face regarding dental or skin conditions, says a new study.

“To limit this problem, specific courses in communication should be included in the training of healthcare personnel,” says Francesca Sampogna, researcher in epidemiology at the Istituto Dermopatico dell’Immacolata, Rome.
Sampogna investigated how healthcare providers perceive patients’ psychosocial situation … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Doctors often misunderstand skin, dental problems.

Cold sore virus likely to cause brain abnormalities

WASHINGTON – Exposure to the common virus that causes cold sores may be partly responsible for a shrinking brain and loss of concentration skills and memory –symptomatic of schizophrenic patients.

“We’re finding that some portion of cognitive impairment usually blamed solely on the disease of schizophrenia might actually be a combination of schizophrenia and prior exposure …. Original source  : Cold sore virus likely to cause brain abnormalities.

18-25 year olds show sharpest decline in impulsivity-related alcoholism

WASHINGTON – According to a new study, 18-to-25-year olds exhibited the largest declines in impulsivity as well as the sharpest decreases in alcohol consumption.

Impulsivity normally decreases during emerging and young adulthood and is associated with reduced substance abuse, but a … Read this article on Gaea Times at : 18-25 year olds show sharpest decline in impulsivity-related alcoholism.

Britain’s oldest father of twins to be dad again

LONDON – Britain’s oldest father of twins, who is now 72, is overjoyed after his 26-year-old wife again discovered she is pregnant.

Richard Roden was delighted to learn that Lisa, 26, was expecting. She is two months pregnant and this will be their third baby together, The Sun reported.
Richard said: “I’m overjoyed. I … Original source on Gaea Times at : Britain’s oldest father of twins to be dad again.

Chances of surviving cardiac arrest depend on your neighbourhood

WASHINGTON – Whether you survive a cardiac arrest may depend on the kind of neighbourhood you live in, says a new research.

In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers say if a neighbour comes to your rescue by giving you CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), your chances of living are much higher.

Neighbourhoods like Atlanta have an incidence of cardiac arrest … Read : Chances of surviving cardiac arrest depend on your neighbourhood.

I’ve had a vasectomy, admits New Zealand PM

AUCKLAND – New Zealand Prime Minister John Key admitted to having a vasectomy during a press conference and, as journalists asking him questions on budget cuts looked on stumped, he added, “Boy that’s slowed things down. Any other questions?”

Key was fielding questions about budget cuts at his post-Cabinet meeting press conference when he was asked … Read more >>.

Binge-drinking teens risk permanent brain damage

LONDON – Consuming a very high amount of alcohol in a short time can cause irreversible brain damage in teenagers, a study has found.

And in the long run youngsters risk becoming absent-minded and forgetful, say scientists.

According to study’s boffins, excess alcohol can actually destroy grey matter called the hippocampus, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Binge-drinking teens risk permanent brain damage.

TV ads promote junk food

WASHINGTON – Making food choices based on TV ads results in a very imbalanced diet, says a new study.

Investigators found that a 2,000-calorie diet comprising advertised foods would contain 25 times the recommended servings of sugars, 20 times the recommended servings of fat, but less than half of recommended servings of vegetables, dairy and fruits. … Original article on : TV ads promote junk food.

Antidepressants in pregnancy ‘raise miscarriage risk’

WASHINGTON – Taking antidepressants during pregnancy can increase the risk of miscarriage in mums-to-be, according to a new study.

Antidepressants are widely used in pregnancy. Discontinuing treatment can result in a depressive relapse which can put mother and baby at risk.

The new study sought to determine the association between antidepressant use in pregnancy, including classes, types … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Antidepressants in pregnancy ‘raise miscarriage risk’.