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** AID / DISASTERS News **
Mobile Data Predicts Population Displacement During Disasters
http://mnt.to/a/46NH
Using data supplied by a mobile operator, researchers at Karolinska Institutet have shown that population movements after the 2010 Haiti earthquake followed regular patterns. This information can be used to predict beforehand the movements of people after a disaster, and thus improves chances for aid to be delivered to the right places at the right time.
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** ALCOHOL / ADDICTION / ILLEGAL DRUGS News **
Popular Weight-Loss Surgery Increases Risk Of Alcohol Use Disorders, Study Finds
http://mnt.to/a/46Pr
People who receive the most popular weight-loss surgical procedure are at increased risk of developing symptoms of alcohol use disorders, University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health (GSPH) researchers have discovered.
Value Of Liver Cancer Screening Doubtful Says Danish Study
http://mnt.to/a/46NQ
A new study from Denmark finds that people with alcoholic cirrhosis are no more likely to die from liver cancer than other people. The researchers conclude screening such patients is unlikely to save lives and would not be cost-effective.
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** ALLERGY News **
Allergies Become Epidemic: Food Allergy Sufferers Double In The Last 10 Years
http://mnt.to/a/46Pg
This week the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) launched its Food Allergy Campaign. The purpose of the campaign is to raise awareness of the sharp increase of anaphylaxis in children, an allergic reaction that is severe and potentially life-threatening.
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** ALZHEIMER'S / DEMENTIA News **
Poor Glucose Control Impacts On Cognition
http://mnt.to/a/46Rf
A study featured Online First in Archives of Neurology reveals that Diabetes mellitus (DM) and poor glucose control in older, well-functioning adults with no dementia are linked to reduced cognitive function and higher cognitive decline.
Understanding The Biological Basis Of Violent Outbursts In Mice Could Lead To Treatments For Antisocial And Aggressive Behavior
http://mnt.to/a/46P4
Pathological rage can be blocked in mice, researchers have found, suggesting potential new treatments for severe aggression, a widespread trait characterized by sudden violence, explosive outbursts and hostile overreactions to stress.
For The Elderly In China, Tai Chi Found To Increases Brain Size, Benefit Cognition
http://mnt.to/a/46NN
Scientists from the University of South Florida and Fudan University in Shanghai found increases in brain volume and improvements on tests of memory and thinking in Chinese seniors who practiced Tai Chi three times a week, reports an article published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.
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** ANXIETY / STRESS News **
Understanding The Biological Basis Of Violent Outbursts In Mice Could Lead To Treatments For Antisocial And Aggressive Behavior
http://mnt.to/a/46P4
Pathological rage can be blocked in mice, researchers have found, suggesting potential new treatments for severe aggression, a widespread trait characterized by sudden violence, explosive outbursts and hostile overreactions to stress.
Single Mothers May Suffer Reduced Stress By Playing, Engaging With Their Children
http://mnt.to/a/46NX
A group of three Kansas State University researchers is studying ways to help single mothers improve their relationship with their children.Among many of their findings, they have discovered that single mothers who engage with children in daily activities - such as reading stories or playing games - may experience lower levels of stress.
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** ASBESTOS / MESOTHELIOMA News **
Job Factors Linked To 8,000 Cancer Deaths A Year In Britain
http://mnt.to/a/46PV
A new study that examines how the jobs of British workers affects their risk of cancer, concludes that over 8,000 cancer deaths a year in Britain, that is 5% of all cancer deaths, are linked to occupations, especially those involving shift work or exposure to carcinogens like asbestos and diesel engine fumes.
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** AUTISM News **
A New Approach To Deciphering The Roles Of Genes Associated With Autism
http://mnt.to/a/46P2
Fish cannot display symptoms of autism, schizophrenia or other human brain disorders. However, a team of MIT biologists has shown that zebrafish can be a useful tool for studying the genes that contribute to such disorders.
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** BIOLOGY / BIOCHEMISTRY News **
How Stomach Ulcer Bacterium Avoids Acid
http://mnt.to/a/46Q4
By studying its crystal structure, scientists have discovered how the stomach bacterium Helicobacter pylori manages to navigate away from high levels of stomach acid. The discovery should lead to new ways to treat H.
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** BONES / ORTHOPEDICS News **
HIV-Positive Young Men At Risk Of Low Bone Mass
http://mnt.to/a/46Pc
Young men being treated for HIV are more likely to experience low bone mass than are other men their age, according to results from a research network supported by the National Institutes of Health.
Screening Strategies For Osteoporosis In Young Adults Outlined In New Review
http://mnt.to/a/46NZ
Much of the research defining osteoporosis and fracture risk has focused on older adults, i.e. postmenopausal women and men over the age of 50. While older adults areat highest risk of osteoporosis and related fractures, the disease can also affect younger adults between 20 and 50 years of age.
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** BREAST CANCER News **
New Metastatic Breast Cancer Drug Enters CINJ Trial
http://mnt.to/a/46Pj
Researchers at The Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) are enrolling patients for a clinical trial, which aims to evaluate a new drug for breast cancer that has spread (metastatic) in combination with two chemotherapy agents called doxorubicin and cyclophosphamide.
Night Work And Women's Health
http://mnt.to/a/46NW
Breast cancer is the number one cause of female mortality. It affects 100 out of 100,000 women per year in developed countries. Each year, more than 1.3 million new cases are diagnosed, 53,000 of these in France.
Identification Of New Indicator For Breast Cancer Relapse
http://mnt.to/a/46NG
Researchers at the IMIM (Institut de Recerca Hospital del Mar) have proven that the absence of the 14-3-3 protein sigma in breast cancer cells is directly associated with these cells' capacity to activate the signalling of a protein complex called NF-kB, which is related to tumour progression.
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** CANCER / ONCOLOGY News **
Job Factors Linked To 8,000 Cancer Deaths A Year In Britain
http://mnt.to/a/46PV
A new study that examines how the jobs of British workers affects their risk of cancer, concludes that over 8,000 cancer deaths a year in Britain, that is 5% of all cancer deaths, are linked to occupations, especially those involving shift work or exposure to carcinogens like asbestos and diesel engine fumes.
New Metastatic Breast Cancer Drug Enters CINJ Trial
http://mnt.to/a/46Pj
Researchers at The Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) are enrolling patients for a clinical trial, which aims to evaluate a new drug for breast cancer that has spread (metastatic) in combination with two chemotherapy agents called doxorubicin and cyclophosphamide.
Tobacco Use Overlooked By Most Cancer Trials, Study Finds
http://mnt.to/a/46Pd
Tobacco use can negatively impact cancer treatment, but few studies incorporate assessment or cessation supportWhile tobacco use can significantly hamper cancer treatment, few cancer researchers are incorporating tobacco assessment into their clinical studies.
Powerful New Tool In Fight Against Cancer - Moving 3D Computer Model Of Key Human Protein
http://mnt.to/a/46P3
A powerful new discovery tool is already at work screening millions of drugs in the search to reverse chemotherapy drug-resistance in cancer.A picture is worth 1,000 words when it comes to understanding how things work, but 3D moving pictures are even better.
Social Factors Predict Amount Of Sick Leave Taken By Cancer Survivors
http://mnt.to/a/46NY
Long-term cancer survivors take sick leave more often than their disease-free colleagues, suggesting that they struggle at work despite their ability to work five years after diagnosis. These findings by Steffen Torp, from Vestfold University College in Norway, and colleagues is published online in Springer's/i> Journal of Cancer Survivorship.
Value Of Liver Cancer Screening Doubtful Says Danish Study
http://mnt.to/a/46NQ
A new study from Denmark finds that people with alcoholic cirrhosis are no more likely to die from liver cancer than other people. The researchers conclude screening such patients is unlikely to save lives and would not be cost-effective.
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** CARDIOVASCULAR / CARDIOLOGY News **
Cardiovascular Mortality Rates Higher Among Elderly Who Live Alone
http://mnt.to/a/46R9
It is estimated that one in seven American adults live alone. An international study of stable outpatients who were either at risk of or suffered from arterial vascular disease, such as coronary disease or peripheral vascular disease has now discovered that individuals who live alone have a higher risk of mortality and cardiovascular mortality.
Antioxidant Enzyme Reduces Cardiovascular Disease Risk
http://mnt.to/a/46R7
According to a study published by PLoS One, researchers have found an enzyme called glutathione peroxidase (GPx3) can significantly lower the risk of heart disease.Gpx3 is a natural antioxidant that helps the body naturally repair itself and helps protect organisms from oxidant injury.
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** CAREGIVERS / HOMECARE News **
Many Newly Admitted Nursing Home Residents Sustain A Fall During Their Stay
http://mnt.to/a/46Px
One in five short-stay nursing home patients sustains a fall after their admission, and certified nursing assistant (CNA) staffing is associated with decreased fall risk, according to a study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
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** CERVICAL CANCER / HPV VACCINE News **
UF Targets Known Barriers To Preventing Cervical Cancer
http://mnt.to/a/46Pp
The human papillomavirus vaccine can protect against cervical cancer, yet only one-fifth of adolescent girls on Medicaid in Florida receive the vaccine, even though it's free for them, University of Florida researchers say.
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** CLINICAL TRIALS / DRUG TRIALS News **
First Patient Enters KBSA301 Antibody Trial, For Treatment Of Pneumonia
http://mnt.to/a/46Pb
Last week Kenta Biotech announced an important step towards a more efficient treatment of hospital infections: The first patient was enrolled in the phase I/II clinical trial with KBSA301, a fully human antibody for the treatment of severe pneumonia caused by Staphylococcus aureus (S.
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** COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE News **
Medicinal Marijuana Use Found In 10% Of Fibromyalgia Patients
http://mnt.to/a/46Pv
Doctors Caution Self-medicating with Herbal Cannabis Sparks Poor Mental HealthNew research reveals that 10% of fibromyalgia (FM) patients use marijuana for medicinal relief from symptoms such as widespread pain, fatigue, and insomnia caused by this chronic illness.
For The Elderly In China, Tai Chi Found To Increases Brain Size, Benefit Cognition
http://mnt.to/a/46NN
Scientists from the University of South Florida and Fudan University in Shanghai found increases in brain volume and improvements on tests of memory and thinking in Chinese seniors who practiced Tai Chi three times a week, reports an article published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.
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** COPD News **
COPD: Respiratory Community Calls For Lung Testing To Be Offered As 'Standard'
http://mnt.to/a/46NP
As leading figures in respiratory health from across the globe gather in Birmingham for the COPD8 conference ahead of World Spirometry Day, the European COPD Coalition (ECC) is calling on policy makers across Europe to recognise that chronic diseases such as COPD, present as great a threat as the global financial crisis , and is urging collective action.
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** DENTISTRY News **
Poor Oral Health Damages Economy
http://mnt.to/a/46PB
Over 2 million people in the UK say they have taken time of work due to poor oral health.The UK's economy is being damaged unnecessarily with an estimated two million workers taking sick time off work due to poor oral health over the past five years.
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** DERMATOLOGY News **
Does Psoriasis Increase Type 2 Diabetes Risk?
http://mnt.to/a/46Rc
Two to four percent of adults suffer from psoriasis, a common chronic inflammatory disease, in which the irritated skin becomes red and flaky with silver-white scales. A new UK study, published Online First in JAMA's Archives of Dermatology, has now revealed that psoriasis could be a potential risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Genetic Discoveries Related To Male Pattern Baldness
http://mnt.to/a/46NT
Using data from its unique online research platform, 23andMe, a leading personal genetics company, has contributed to the finding of six novel genetic associations for early onset male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) in a genome-wide association study now published online in the journal PLoS Genetics.
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** DIABETES News **
Poor Glucose Control Impacts On Cognition
http://mnt.to/a/46Rf
A study featured Online First in Archives of Neurology reveals that Diabetes mellitus (DM) and poor glucose control in older, well-functioning adults with no dementia are linked to reduced cognitive function and higher cognitive decline.
Does Psoriasis Increase Type 2 Diabetes Risk?
http://mnt.to/a/46Rc
Two to four percent of adults suffer from psoriasis, a common chronic inflammatory disease, in which the irritated skin becomes red and flaky with silver-white scales. A new UK study, published Online First in JAMA's Archives of Dermatology, has now revealed that psoriasis could be a potential risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Bariatric Surgery - Which Diabetes Patients Achieve Complete Remission?
http://mnt.to/a/46R8
According to a new study, 67% of patients with Type 2 diabetes who underwent bariatric surgery achieved complete diabetes remission 1 year after the procedure. However, if patients were not on insulin and did not have reduced pancreatic function, as measured by the glucose disposition index (GDI), this figure increased to over 96%.
News From The Journals Of The American Society For Microbiology
http://mnt.to/a/46NR
Human Insulin Suppresses Mosquito Immune System: Increasing Cases of Type II Diabetes Could Abet Malaria's Spread Human insulin suppresses the mosquito immune system, according to a paper in the June Infection and Immunity.
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** EATING DISORDERS News **
Eating Disorders Affect Older Women Too
http://mnt.to/a/46Rb
Eating disorders and aggressive weight loss strategies are commonly seen as something more associated with teenagers and young women and bulimic or anorexic girls are generally believed to be rarely older than in their early twenties.
Eating Disorder Behaviors And Weight Concerns Are Common In Women Over 50
http://mnt.to/a/46Pn
Eating disorders are commonly seen as an issue faced by teenagers and young women, but a new study reveals that age is no barrier to disordered eating. In women aged 50 and over, 3.5% report binge eating, nearly 8% report purging, and more than 70% are trying to lose weight.
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** EPILEPSY News **
McGill Researchers Discover The Cause Of An Inherited Form Of Epilepsy
http://mnt.to/a/46QY
Researchers at McGill University have discovered the cause of an inherited form of epilepsy. The disease, known as double-cortex syndrome, primarily affects females and arises from mutations on a gene located on the X chromosome.
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** EYE HEALTH / BLINDNESS News **
Salad Dressings May Improve Nutrient Uptake
http://mnt.to/a/46P9
The vegetables in salads are chock-full of important vitamins and nutrients, but you won't get much benefit without the right type and amount of salad dressing, a Purdue University study shows.
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** FIBROMYALGIA News **
Medicinal Marijuana Use Found In 10% Of Fibromyalgia Patients
http://mnt.to/a/46Pv
Doctors Caution Self-medicating with Herbal Cannabis Sparks Poor Mental HealthNew research reveals that 10% of fibromyalgia (FM) patients use marijuana for medicinal relief from symptoms such as widespread pain, fatigue, and insomnia caused by this chronic illness.
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** GASTROINTESTINAL / GASTROENTEROLOGY News **
How Stomach Ulcer Bacterium Avoids Acid
http://mnt.to/a/46Q4
By studying its crystal structure, scientists have discovered how the stomach bacterium Helicobacter pylori manages to navigate away from high levels of stomach acid. The discovery should lead to new ways to treat H.
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** GENETICS News **
Slowing Aging By Blocking A Protein
http://mnt.to/a/46R5
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have successfully slowed down the aging process in mice by blocking a protein that regulates the activity of certain genes. The study is published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.
Stem Cell Research Sheds New Light On Cell Death In Spinal Muscular Atrophy
http://mnt.to/a/46Pz
Cedars-Sinai's Regenerative Medicine Institute has pioneered research on how motor-neuron cell-death occurs in patients with spinal muscular atrophy, offering an important clue in identifying potential medicines to treat this leading genetic cause of death in infants and toddlers.
A New Approach To Deciphering The Roles Of Genes Associated With Autism
http://mnt.to/a/46P2
Fish cannot display symptoms of autism, schizophrenia or other human brain disorders. However, a team of MIT biologists has shown that zebrafish can be a useful tool for studying the genes that contribute to such disorders.
Genetic Discoveries Related To Male Pattern Baldness
http://mnt.to/a/46NT
Using data from its unique online research platform, 23andMe, a leading personal genetics company, has contributed to the finding of six novel genetic associations for early onset male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) in a genome-wide association study now published online in the journal PLoS Genetics.
Heritable Abnormality Affecting Semantic Cognition Found
http://mnt.to/a/46NL
This is the first suggestion of a heritable abnormality in otherwise healthy humans, and this has important implications for our understanding of the genetic basis of cognition.Dr Josie Briscoe of Bristol's School of Experimental Psychology and colleagues at the Institute of Child Health in London studied eight members of a single family (aged 8 years), who despite all having high levels of intelligence have since childhood, experienced profound difficulties in recalling sentences and prose, and language difficulties in listening comprehension and naming less common objects .
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** HEADACHE / MIGRAINE News **
American Headache Society Scientific Conference Focuses On Traumatic Brain Injury
http://mnt.to/a/46P7
The impact of traumatic injuries to the brain - whether sustained in combat or on the playing fields of America's schools - is a major topic for international migraine specialists the week of June 18 as they gather in Los Angeles for the 54th Annual Scientific Sessions of the American Headache Society.
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** HEART DISEASE News **
Heart Disease Patients Benefit From Online Treatment
http://mnt.to/a/46PQ
A new study reveals that patients with vascular disease have an elevated risk of experiencing a further event or death. Evidence shows that the risk can be effectively reduced by nurse practitioners that treat any vascular risk factors.
Lack Of Time, Training Among Top Barriers To Physical Activity Counseling In The Primary Care Setting
http://mnt.to/a/46Pw
Lack of time, knowledge and training in health promotion and lack of success with changing patient behavior were among the top barriers to including effective physical activity counseling in the primary care setting, according to research by The University of Texas School of Public Health, part of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).
Salad Dressings May Improve Nutrient Uptake
http://mnt.to/a/46P9
The vegetables in salads are chock-full of important vitamins and nutrients, but you won't get much benefit without the right type and amount of salad dressing, a Purdue University study shows.
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** HIV / AIDS News **
HIV-Positive Young Men At Risk Of Low Bone Mass
http://mnt.to/a/46Pc
Young men being treated for HIV are more likely to experience low bone mass than are other men their age, according to results from a research network supported by the National Institutes of Health.
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** INFECTIOUS DISEASES / BACTERIA / VIRUSES News **
How Stomach Ulcer Bacterium Avoids Acid
http://mnt.to/a/46Q4
By studying its crystal structure, scientists have discovered how the stomach bacterium Helicobacter pylori manages to navigate away from high levels of stomach acid. The discovery should lead to new ways to treat H.
First Patient Enters KBSA301 Antibody Trial, For Treatment Of Pneumonia
http://mnt.to/a/46Pb
Last week Kenta Biotech announced an important step towards a more efficient treatment of hospital infections: The first patient was enrolled in the phase I/II clinical trial with KBSA301, a fully human antibody for the treatment of severe pneumonia caused by Staphylococcus aureus (S.
News From The Journals Of The American Society For Microbiology
http://mnt.to/a/46NR
Human Insulin Suppresses Mosquito Immune System: Increasing Cases of Type II Diabetes Could Abet Malaria's Spread Human insulin suppresses the mosquito immune system, according to a paper in the June Infection and Immunity.
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** IT / INTERNET / E-MAIL News **
New Stroke Recovery Technology Incorporates Use Of Xbox Kinect
http://mnt.to/a/46Pt
The University of Southampton, in collaboration with Roke Manor Research Ltd (Roke), a Chemring company, has pioneered the use of Xbox computer technology to develop the world's first process that measures hand joint movement to help stroke patients recover manual agility at home.
IT Expert Says Electronic Medical Records Finally Catching On
http://mnt.to/a/46P6
The U.S. Olympic Committee is converting to electronic medical records (EMRs) this month for hundreds of athletes who will be competing in London, as well as thousands of other athletes who have been seen by Olympic Committee doctors in recent years.
New Mothers Helped By Blogging
http://mnt.to/a/46NV
New mothers who read and write blogs may feel less alone than mothers who do not participate in a blogging community, according to family studies researchers."It looks like blogging might be helping these women as they transition into motherhood because they may begin to feel more connected to their extended family and friends, which leads them to feel more supported," said Brandon T.
Mobile Data Predicts Population Displacement During Disasters
http://mnt.to/a/46NH
Using data supplied by a mobile operator, researchers at Karolinska Institutet have shown that population movements after the 2010 Haiti earthquake followed regular patterns. This information can be used to predict beforehand the movements of people after a disaster, and thus improves chances for aid to be delivered to the right places at the right time.
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** LIVER DISEASE / HEPATITIS News **
Value Of Liver Cancer Screening Doubtful Says Danish Study
http://mnt.to/a/46NQ
A new study from Denmark finds that people with alcoholic cirrhosis are no more likely to die from liver cancer than other people. The researchers conclude screening such patients is unlikely to save lives and would not be cost-effective.
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** LYMPHOMA / LEUKEMIA / MYELOMA News **
Revlimid (lenalidomide) Extension Of Indication Submission Withdrawn, Europe
http://mnt.to/a/46Rd
The European Medicines Agency has been informed by Celgene Europe Limited that it has withdrawn its submission for approval for Revlimid (lenalidomide) - an application for an extension of the therapeutic indication in newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (blood cancer) patients, as well as new pack sizes had been sought.
In Acute Leukemia, Inhibitors Of Shuttle Molecule Show Promise
http://mnt.to/a/46NS
A novel family of experimental agents that blocks a molecule from shuttling proteins out of the cell nucleus might offer a new treatment for people with acute leukemia, according to a study by researchers at the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G.
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** MEDICAL STUDENTS / TRAINING News **
Duty-Hour Restrictions For Surgical Interns Causing Concern
http://mnt.to/a/46Rg
A survey published in the June edition of Archives of Surgery reveals that many surgical interns believe that new duty-hour restrictions will have several consequences, including not being able to gain as much medical knowledge, having less time to develop surgical skills and overall educational experience, but also having less continuity with patients, time spent operating and coordination of care.
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** MEN'S HEALTH News **
HIV-Positive Young Men At Risk Of Low Bone Mass
http://mnt.to/a/46Pc
Young men being treated for HIV are more likely to experience low bone mass than are other men their age, according to results from a research network supported by the National Institutes of Health.
Genetic Discoveries Related To Male Pattern Baldness
http://mnt.to/a/46NT
Using data from its unique online research platform, 23andMe, a leading personal genetics company, has contributed to the finding of six novel genetic associations for early onset male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) in a genome-wide association study now published online in the journal PLoS Genetics.
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** MENTAL HEALTH News **
Mental Health Problems In Young Children Predicted By Child Welfare Investigation
http://mnt.to/a/46NF
A study published in the June 2012 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry found that young children who have been investigated for maltreatment by child welfare agencies have a higher prevalence of mental health problems and that very few receive treatment for those problems.
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** MRSA / DRUG RESISTANCE News **
Powerful New Tool In Fight Against Cancer - Moving 3D Computer Model Of Key Human Protein
http://mnt.to/a/46P3
A powerful new discovery tool is already at work screening millions of drugs in the search to reverse chemotherapy drug-resistance in cancer.A picture is worth 1,000 words when it comes to understanding how things work, but 3D moving pictures are even better.
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** NEUROLOGY / NEUROSCIENCE News **
Stem Cell Research Sheds New Light On Cell Death In Spinal Muscular Atrophy
http://mnt.to/a/46Pz
Cedars-Sinai's Regenerative Medicine Institute has pioneered research on how motor-neuron cell-death occurs in patients with spinal muscular atrophy, offering an important clue in identifying potential medicines to treat this leading genetic cause of death in infants and toddlers.
A New Approach To Deciphering The Roles Of Genes Associated With Autism
http://mnt.to/a/46P2
Fish cannot display symptoms of autism, schizophrenia or other human brain disorders. However, a team of MIT biologists has shown that zebrafish can be a useful tool for studying the genes that contribute to such disorders.
Heritable Abnormality Affecting Semantic Cognition Found
http://mnt.to/a/46NL
This is the first suggestion of a heritable abnormality in otherwise healthy humans, and this has important implications for our understanding of the genetic basis of cognition.Dr Josie Briscoe of Bristol's School of Experimental Psychology and colleagues at the Institute of Child Health in London studied eight members of a single family (aged 8 years), who despite all having high levels of intelligence have since childhood, experienced profound difficulties in recalling sentences and prose, and language difficulties in listening comprehension and naming less common objects .
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** NURSING / MIDWIFERY News **
Many Newly Admitted Nursing Home Residents Sustain A Fall During Their Stay
http://mnt.to/a/46Px
One in five short-stay nursing home patients sustains a fall after their admission, and certified nursing assistant (CNA) staffing is associated with decreased fall risk, according to a study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
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** NUTRITION / DIET News **
Eating Disorders Affect Older Women Too
http://mnt.to/a/46Rb
Eating disorders and aggressive weight loss strategies are commonly seen as something more associated with teenagers and young women and bulimic or anorexic girls are generally believed to be rarely older than in their early twenties.
New Studies Highlight Health Benefits Of The Exceptional Cranberry
http://mnt.to/a/46Pq
San Diego, Experimental Biology Conference, Debuts Five Abstracts that Provide Further Evidence that Cranberry Helps Promote Total Body Health Recent results reported at Experimental Biology 2012 continue to build on the growing body of research on the cranberry's key role in total body health.
Salad Dressings May Improve Nutrient Uptake
http://mnt.to/a/46P9
The vegetables in salads are chock-full of important vitamins and nutrients, but you won't get much benefit without the right type and amount of salad dressing, a Purdue University study shows.
For Youth Who Play Sports, Healthy Eating Is Challenging According To Parents
http://mnt.to/a/46P8
The food and beverages available to youth when they participate in organized sports can often be unhealthy, according to a new study released in the July/August 2012 issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.
Natural Compound Found In Fruit, Nuts And Wine Led To Improved Strength And Endurance
http://mnt.to/a/46NJ
A natural compound found in some fruits, nuts and red wine may enhance exercise training and performance, demonstrates newly published medical research from the University of Alberta.Principal investigator Jason Dyck and his team found out in experiments that high doses of the natural compound resveratrol improved physical performance, heart function and muscle strength in lab models.
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** OBESITY / WEIGHT LOSS / FITNESS News **
Eating Disorders Affect Older Women Too
http://mnt.to/a/46Rb
Eating disorders and aggressive weight loss strategies are commonly seen as something more associated with teenagers and young women and bulimic or anorexic girls are generally believed to be rarely older than in their early twenties.
Bariatric Surgery - Which Diabetes Patients Achieve Complete Remission?
http://mnt.to/a/46R8
According to a new study, 67% of patients with Type 2 diabetes who underwent bariatric surgery achieved complete diabetes remission 1 year after the procedure. However, if patients were not on insulin and did not have reduced pancreatic function, as measured by the glucose disposition index (GDI), this figure increased to over 96%.
Weight Loss Surgery - Females And Caucasians Respond Best
http://mnt.to/a/46R6
Researchers from Einstein Healthcare Network in Philadelphia have found that white patients and women who undergo gastric bypass surgery lost more weight than African-Americans and males.The study, which followed 1,096 gastric bypass patients, was presented at the 29th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS).
Lack Of Time, Training Among Top Barriers To Physical Activity Counseling In The Primary Care Setting
http://mnt.to/a/46Pw
Lack of time, knowledge and training in health promotion and lack of success with changing patient behavior were among the top barriers to including effective physical activity counseling in the primary care setting, according to research by The University of Texas School of Public Health, part of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).
Popular Weight-Loss Surgery Increases Risk Of Alcohol Use Disorders, Study Finds
http://mnt.to/a/46Pr
People who receive the most popular weight-loss surgical procedure are at increased risk of developing symptoms of alcohol use disorders, University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health (GSPH) researchers have discovered.
Eating Disorder Behaviors And Weight Concerns Are Common In Women Over 50
http://mnt.to/a/46Pn
Eating disorders are commonly seen as an issue faced by teenagers and young women, but a new study reveals that age is no barrier to disordered eating. In women aged 50 and over, 3.5% report binge eating, nearly 8% report purging, and more than 70% are trying to lose weight.
PR Campaigns By Soda Companies Are Bad For Health
http://mnt.to/a/46NM
Health advocates need to organize strong public health campaigns to educate the public and policymakers about the dangers of both sugary beverages and the misleading industry corporate social responsibility campaigns that distract from their products' health risks, according to US experts writing in this week's PLoS Medicine.
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** PEDIATRICS / CHILDREN'S HEALTH News **
Asthma Risk In Kids Lowered By Having Pets
http://mnt.to/a/46PT
According to a new study, conducted by researchers at the University of California at San Francisco and presented by the 2012 General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, children who live with dogs may have less of a risk of developing asthma.
Stem Cell Research Sheds New Light On Cell Death In Spinal Muscular Atrophy
http://mnt.to/a/46Pz
Cedars-Sinai's Regenerative Medicine Institute has pioneered research on how motor-neuron cell-death occurs in patients with spinal muscular atrophy, offering an important clue in identifying potential medicines to treat this leading genetic cause of death in infants and toddlers.
Less Than 50% Of Asthmatic Children Control Their Symptoms, Despite Available Treatments
http://mnt.to/a/46Py
The International Consensus (ICON) on Pediatric Asthma has been launched during the EAACI Congress 2012 in Geneva. The goal of this ICON is to highlight the key messages that are common to many of the existing guidelines, while critically reviewing and commenting on their differences, thus providing a concise reference.
For Youth Who Play Sports, Healthy Eating Is Challenging According To Parents
http://mnt.to/a/46P8
The food and beverages available to youth when they participate in organized sports can often be unhealthy, according to a new study released in the July/August 2012 issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.
Single Mothers May Suffer Reduced Stress By Playing, Engaging With Their Children
http://mnt.to/a/46NX
A group of three Kansas State University researchers is studying ways to help single mothers improve their relationship with their children.Among many of their findings, they have discovered that single mothers who engage with children in daily activities - such as reading stories or playing games - may experience lower levels of stress.
Mental Health Problems In Young Children Predicted By Child Welfare Investigation
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A study published in the June 2012 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry found that young children who have been investigated for maltreatment by child welfare agencies have a higher prevalence of mental health problems and that very few receive treatment for those problems.
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** PRIMARY CARE / GENERAL PRACTICE News **
Lack Of Time, Training Among Top Barriers To Physical Activity Counseling In The Primary Care Setting
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Lack of time, knowledge and training in health promotion and lack of success with changing patient behavior were among the top barriers to including effective physical activity counseling in the primary care setting, according to research by The University of Texas School of Public Health, part of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).
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** PSYCHOLOGY / PSYCHIATRY News **
'Color Blind' Policies Could Make Diversity Harder To Achieve
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Whether it be growing concerns about bias or recognition of the value of diversity, many organizations and institutions have elected to deemphasize race or remove it entirely from their decision-making processes.
Understanding The Biological Basis Of Violent Outbursts In Mice Could Lead To Treatments For Antisocial And Aggressive Behavior
http://mnt.to/a/46P4
Pathological rage can be blocked in mice, researchers have found, suggesting potential new treatments for severe aggression, a widespread trait characterized by sudden violence, explosive outbursts and hostile overreactions to stress.
New Mothers Helped By Blogging
http://mnt.to/a/46NV
New mothers who read and write blogs may feel less alone than mothers who do not participate in a blogging community, according to family studies researchers."It looks like blogging might be helping these women as they transition into motherhood because they may begin to feel more connected to their extended family and friends, which leads them to feel more supported," said Brandon T.
Mental Health Problems In Young Children Predicted By Child Welfare Investigation
http://mnt.to/a/46NF
A study published in the June 2012 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry found that young children who have been investigated for maltreatment by child welfare agencies have a higher prevalence of mental health problems and that very few receive treatment for those problems.
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** PUBLIC HEALTH News **
Duty-Hour Restrictions For Surgical Interns Causing Concern
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A survey published in the June edition of Archives of Surgery reveals that many surgical interns believe that new duty-hour restrictions will have several consequences, including not being able to gain as much medical knowledge, having less time to develop surgical skills and overall educational experience, but also having less continuity with patients, time spent operating and coordination of care.
Job Factors Linked To 8,000 Cancer Deaths A Year In Britain
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A new study that examines how the jobs of British workers affects their risk of cancer, concludes that over 8,000 cancer deaths a year in Britain, that is 5% of all cancer deaths, are linked to occupations, especially those involving shift work or exposure to carcinogens like asbestos and diesel engine fumes.
Social Factors Predict Amount Of Sick Leave Taken By Cancer Survivors
http://mnt.to/a/46NY
Long-term cancer survivors take sick leave more often than their disease-free colleagues, suggesting that they struggle at work despite their ability to work five years after diagnosis. These findings by Steffen Torp, from Vestfold University College in Norway, and colleagues is published online in Springer's/i> Journal of Cancer Survivorship.
PR Campaigns By Soda Companies Are Bad For Health
http://mnt.to/a/46NM
Health advocates need to organize strong public health campaigns to educate the public and policymakers about the dangers of both sugary beverages and the misleading industry corporate social responsibility campaigns that distract from their products' health risks, according to US experts writing in this week's PLoS Medicine.
Mobile Data Predicts Population Displacement During Disasters
http://mnt.to/a/46NH
Using data supplied by a mobile operator, researchers at Karolinska Institutet have shown that population movements after the 2010 Haiti earthquake followed regular patterns. This information can be used to predict beforehand the movements of people after a disaster, and thus improves chances for aid to be delivered to the right places at the right time.
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** REGULATORY AFFAIRS / DRUG APPROVALS News **
Revlimid (lenalidomide) Extension Of Indication Submission Withdrawn, Europe
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The European Medicines Agency has been informed by Celgene Europe Limited that it has withdrawn its submission for approval for Revlimid (lenalidomide) - an application for an extension of the therapeutic indication in newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (blood cancer) patients, as well as new pack sizes had been sought.
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** REHABILITATION / PHYSICAL THERAPY News **
New Stroke Recovery Technology Incorporates Use Of Xbox Kinect
http://mnt.to/a/46Pt
The University of Southampton, in collaboration with Roke Manor Research Ltd (Roke), a Chemring company, has pioneered the use of Xbox computer technology to develop the world's first process that measures hand joint movement to help stroke patients recover manual agility at home.
Social Factors Predict Amount Of Sick Leave Taken By Cancer Survivors
http://mnt.to/a/46NY
Long-term cancer survivors take sick leave more often than their disease-free colleagues, suggesting that they struggle at work despite their ability to work five years after diagnosis. These findings by Steffen Torp, from Vestfold University College in Norway, and colleagues is published online in Springer's/i> Journal of Cancer Survivorship.
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** RESPIRATORY / ASTHMA News **
Asthma Risk In Kids Lowered By Having Pets
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According to a new study, conducted by researchers at the University of California at San Francisco and presented by the 2012 General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, children who live with dogs may have less of a risk of developing asthma.
Less Than 50% Of Asthmatic Children Control Their Symptoms, Despite Available Treatments
http://mnt.to/a/46Py
The International Consensus (ICON) on Pediatric Asthma has been launched during the EAACI Congress 2012 in Geneva. The goal of this ICON is to highlight the key messages that are common to many of the existing guidelines, while critically reviewing and commenting on their differences, thus providing a concise reference.
New Molecular Assay Will Aid Treatment Of Respiratory Diseases
http://mnt.to/a/46Ph
QuantPlex RV-16 Assay will enable physicians to develop personalized medicine regimens for patients Seegene Inc., (096530.KQ), a leading developer of multiplex molecular diagnostic technologies and tests, announced on Monday the development of a new molecular assay for the quantification of twenty-onerespiratory viral pathogens associated with respiratory disease.
COPD: Respiratory Community Calls For Lung Testing To Be Offered As 'Standard'
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As leading figures in respiratory health from across the globe gather in Birmingham for the COPD8 conference ahead of World Spirometry Day, the European COPD Coalition (ECC) is calling on policy makers across Europe to recognise that chronic diseases such as COPD, present as great a threat as the global financial crisis , and is urging collective action.
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** SENIORS / AGING News **
Cardiovascular Mortality Rates Higher Among Elderly Who Live Alone
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It is estimated that one in seven American adults live alone. An international study of stable outpatients who were either at risk of or suffered from arterial vascular disease, such as coronary disease or peripheral vascular disease has now discovered that individuals who live alone have a higher risk of mortality and cardiovascular mortality.
Slowing Aging By Blocking A Protein
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Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have successfully slowed down the aging process in mice by blocking a protein that regulates the activity of certain genes. The study is published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.
Many Newly Admitted Nursing Home Residents Sustain A Fall During Their Stay
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One in five short-stay nursing home patients sustains a fall after their admission, and certified nursing assistant (CNA) staffing is associated with decreased fall risk, according to a study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
A New Study Of Sardinian Men Finds Height Is A Factor In Longevity
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This new study supports over 12 previous longevity and over 20 mortality studies that have found that shorter height promotes greater longevity. Sardinia is known as a blue zone because it has a remarkably high percentage of long-lived people.
For The Elderly In China, Tai Chi Found To Increases Brain Size, Benefit Cognition
http://mnt.to/a/46NN
Scientists from the University of South Florida and Fudan University in Shanghai found increases in brain volume and improvements on tests of memory and thinking in Chinese seniors who practiced Tai Chi three times a week, reports an article published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.
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** SLEEP / SLEEP DISORDERS / INSOMNIA News **
Night Work And Women's Health
http://mnt.to/a/46NW
Breast cancer is the number one cause of female mortality. It affects 100 out of 100,000 women per year in developed countries. Each year, more than 1.3 million new cases are diagnosed, 53,000 of these in France.
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** SMOKING / QUIT SMOKING News **
Tobacco Use Overlooked By Most Cancer Trials, Study Finds
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Tobacco use can negatively impact cancer treatment, but few studies incorporate assessment or cessation supportWhile tobacco use can significantly hamper cancer treatment, few cancer researchers are incorporating tobacco assessment into their clinical studies.
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** SPORTS MEDICINE / FITNESS News **
For Youth Who Play Sports, Healthy Eating Is Challenging According To Parents
http://mnt.to/a/46P8
The food and beverages available to youth when they participate in organized sports can often be unhealthy, according to a new study released in the July/August 2012 issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.
American Headache Society Scientific Conference Focuses On Traumatic Brain Injury
http://mnt.to/a/46P7
The impact of traumatic injuries to the brain - whether sustained in combat or on the playing fields of America's schools - is a major topic for international migraine specialists the week of June 18 as they gather in Los Angeles for the 54th Annual Scientific Sessions of the American Headache Society.
IT Expert Says Electronic Medical Records Finally Catching On
http://mnt.to/a/46P6
The U.S. Olympic Committee is converting to electronic medical records (EMRs) this month for hundreds of athletes who will be competing in London, as well as thousands of other athletes who have been seen by Olympic Committee doctors in recent years.
Natural Compound Found In Fruit, Nuts And Wine Led To Improved Strength And Endurance
http://mnt.to/a/46NJ
A natural compound found in some fruits, nuts and red wine may enhance exercise training and performance, demonstrates newly published medical research from the University of Alberta.Principal investigator Jason Dyck and his team found out in experiments that high doses of the natural compound resveratrol improved physical performance, heart function and muscle strength in lab models.
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** STROKE News **
New Stroke Recovery Technology Incorporates Use Of Xbox Kinect
http://mnt.to/a/46Pt
The University of Southampton, in collaboration with Roke Manor Research Ltd (Roke), a Chemring company, has pioneered the use of Xbox computer technology to develop the world's first process that measures hand joint movement to help stroke patients recover manual agility at home.
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** TROPICAL DISEASES News **
News From The Journals Of The American Society For Microbiology
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Human Insulin Suppresses Mosquito Immune System: Increasing Cases of Type II Diabetes Could Abet Malaria's Spread Human insulin suppresses the mosquito immune system, according to a paper in the June Infection and Immunity.
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** UROLOGY / NEPHROLOGY News **
New Studies Highlight Health Benefits Of The Exceptional Cranberry
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San Diego, Experimental Biology Conference, Debuts Five Abstracts that Provide Further Evidence that Cranberry Helps Promote Total Body Health Recent results reported at Experimental Biology 2012 continue to build on the growing body of research on the cranberry's key role in total body health.
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** VETERANS / EX-SERVICEMEN News **
American Headache Society Scientific Conference Focuses On Traumatic Brain Injury
http://mnt.to/a/46P7
The impact of traumatic injuries to the brain - whether sustained in combat or on the playing fields of America's schools - is a major topic for international migraine specialists the week of June 18 as they gather in Los Angeles for the 54th Annual Scientific Sessions of the American Headache Society.
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** WOMEN'S HEALTH / GYNECOLOGY News **
Eating Disorder Behaviors And Weight Concerns Are Common In Women Over 50
http://mnt.to/a/46Pn
Eating disorders are commonly seen as an issue faced by teenagers and young women, but a new study reveals that age is no barrier to disordered eating. In women aged 50 and over, 3.5% report binge eating, nearly 8% report purging, and more than 70% are trying to lose weight.
Single Mothers May Suffer Reduced Stress By Playing, Engaging With Their Children
http://mnt.to/a/46NX
A group of three Kansas State University researchers is studying ways to help single mothers improve their relationship with their children.Among many of their findings, they have discovered that single mothers who engage with children in daily activities - such as reading stories or playing games - may experience lower levels of stress.
Night Work And Women's Health
http://mnt.to/a/46NW
Breast cancer is the number one cause of female mortality. It affects 100 out of 100,000 women per year in developed countries. Each year, more than 1.3 million new cases are diagnosed, 53,000 of these in France.
New Mothers Helped By Blogging
http://mnt.to/a/46NV
New mothers who read and write blogs may feel less alone than mothers who do not participate in a blogging community, according to family studies researchers."It looks like blogging might be helping these women as they transition into motherhood because they may begin to feel more connected to their extended family and friends, which leads them to feel more supported," said Brandon T.
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