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Hospitalization With Infection Linked to Dementia Later in Life
People who are hospitalized with infection may have a greater risk of developing dementia later in life, astudy inJAMA Network Openhas found. The highest rates of dementia were found among people who had previously been hospitalized with respiratory, urinary tract, skin, blood and circulatory system, or hospital-acquired infections.Ryan T. Demmer, Ph.D., M.P.H., of the University of Minnesota School of Public Health and colleagues analyzed data from 15,688 people who enrolled in the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) study between 1987 and 1989. The participants had a mean age of 54.7 years at enrollment and were f...
Source: Psychiatr News - January 13, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Tags: circulatory system infections dementia hospital-acquired infections hospitalization JAMA Network Open older adults urinary tract infections Source Type: research
‘I Truly Did Find My Calling.’ Meet the Young People Shaping Health Care’s Post-Pandemic Future
The COVID-19 pandemic has been exhausting for the world’s health care workers, who have spent the last year-plus putting their lives on the line to keep the rest of us safe and healthy. Now, their tireless efforts are inspiring a new generation to join their ranks: applications to U.S. medical schools shot up nearly 20% in fall 2021, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Individual schools are reporting similar spikes—New York University’s Rory Meyers College of Nursing saw a 33% increase in applications this year over the previous year, for instance.
To learn more about the people wh...
Source: TIME: Health - June 10, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Tara Law Tags: Uncategorized COVID-19 Source Type: news
Influence of Combined Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation and Motor Training on Corticospinal Excitability in Children With Unilateral Cerebral Palsy
Conclusion
This proof-of-principle study evaluated the influence of cathodal contralesional tDCS on corticospinal excitability in pediatric participants with UCP. A hypothesized decrease in contralesional excitability was noted in participants in the Active+CIMT group, however, the efficacy of tDCS to modulate corticospinal excitability was not statistically different than the Sham+CIMT group. A more detailed understanding of how tDCS impacts M1 neurophysiology will be essential to inform future clinical trials on the optimal dosing parameters, based on individual brain circuitry, to explore the potential functional benef...
Source: Frontiers in Human Neuroscience - April 23, 2019 Category: Neuroscience Source Type: research
Exploring Training Effect in 42 Human Subjects Using a Non-invasive Sensorimotor Rhythm Based Online BCI
Conclusion
In this study, we analyzed a pooled dataset consisting of 42 subjects’ three BCI training sessions. The behavioral performance results showed that there was a significant increase of BCI PVC accuracy (p = 0.004) and a marginal significant improvement of ITR (p = 0.05) in the third training session compared to the first session. No other significant difference of behavioral measures such as group average abort rate or feedback duration was found across the training sessions. Further analysis on the group average R2 value indicated that there was a significant difference of the R2 value on the first traini...
Source: Frontiers in Human Neuroscience - April 16, 2019 Category: Neuroscience Source Type: research
UMN researchers refine the ability to predict atrial fibrillation-related stroke
(University of Minnesota Medical School) Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is associated with a five-fold increased risk of stroke. Nearly 3 million Americans are living with AFib. For years, researchers have been looking for ways to reduce the risk of stroke for this patient population. In a recent article published in Circulation, Lin Yee Chen, M.D., M.S., Associate Professor with tenure, Cardiovascular Division, in the Department of Medicine with the University of Minnesota Medical School demonstrates how to improve the prediction of stroke in patients with AFib.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - January 25, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
A deeper understanding of AFib could lower risk
(University of Minnesota Medical School) More than 2.5 million Americans are living with Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). AFib is an irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - June 6, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
6 brain-controlled devices helping people regain movement
[Image from Amy Leonard on Flickr]People who have lost feeling in their limbs or have lost the ability to move them may soon have those sensations restored thanks to a slew of recent brain-controlled device innovations.
While we are moving toward less invasive methods like electrode-filled caps on the head, there are still more invasive implants that are benefiting those who suffered from a stroke or a serious spinal cord injury.
From mind-controlled exoskeletons to robots reading your mind, here are 6 brain-controlled devices that are moving robotic arms and helping people become mobile again.
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Source: Mass Device - June 2, 2017 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Danielle Kirsh Tags: Neurological Neuromodulation/Neurostimulation Prosthetics Robotics Boston University EEG mit Neuolutions Ohio State University paralysis University of Melbourne University of Minnesota University of Pittsburgh Source Type: news
Findings from the University of Minnesota Posterior Circulation Stroke Database (P3.262)
Conclusions:Our work adds to the meager literature on AIPCS. Further studies of medical and endovascular intervention in AIPCS secondary to LAA are particularly needed in order to define optimal treatment in this patient subset.Disclosure: Dr. Bell has nothing to disclose. Dr. Anderson has received personal compensation in an editorial capacity Neurology: Clinical Practice and Continuum Audio. Dr. Lakshminarayan has nothing to disclose. Dr. Jagadeesan has nothing to disclose. Dr. Reshi has nothing to disclose. Dr. Miller has nothing to disclose. Dr. Ezzeddine has received personal compensation for activities with Air Liqui...
Source: Neurology - April 17, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Bell, C., Anderson, D., Lakshminarayan, K., Jagadeesan, B., Reshi, R. A., Miller, B., Ezzeddine, M., Streib, C. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease Epidemiology Source Type: research
Probabilistic conversion of neurosurgical DBS electrode coordinates into MNI space (P1.103)
Conclusions:Our approach may be used to bridge the gap between results from the neurosurgical literature and modern neuroimaging and makes it possible to study network effects of DBS based on prior literature findings.Study Supported by:AH received funding from Stiftung Charité; Berlin Institute of Health and Prof. Klaus Thiemann Foundation. He received travel stipends from Movement Disorders Society and Ipsen Pharma. AAK was supported by the German Research Agency (DFG - Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft). Grant Number: KFO 247 and received honoraria from St Jude Medical and Medtronic; travel grants from Ipsen Pharma...
Source: Neurology - April 17, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Horn, A., Kuhn, A., Merkl, A., Shih, L., Alterman, R., Fox, M. Tags: Movement Disorders Poster Discussion Session Source Type: research
Awareness of aspirin's benefits saves lives
A new study has found that the University of Minnesota's "Ask About Aspirin" initiative, a statewide public health campaign, is likely a beneficial and cost-effective way to reduce the incidence of a first heart attack or stroke.
Source: ScienceDaily Headlines - January 29, 2016 Category: Science Source Type: news
11 Reasons Your Crazy Cat Obsession Makes You Happier And Healthier
Feline fans, rejoice: Your cat isn't just a cute and cuddly ball of fluff -- he's also incredibly good for your health.
Even pet owners who prefer puppies can't deny the major benefits that come along with caring for a furry friend of either species. Science shows that pets can help prevent allergies in kids, ward off respiratory infections, improve your mood and even boost self-esteem.
Whether you're a crazy cat lady or a dude ready to publicly proclaim your obsession with your feline friend, get ready to celebrate the many pros of being a proud cat owner -- all negative stereotypes aside.
Here are 11 reasons we should...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - March 15, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Stress, depression and hostility put older people at greater risk of suffering a stroke
Researchers at the University of Minnesota found higher levels of stress, hostility and depressive symptoms are associated with a 'significantly increased risk' of stroke in middle-age and older adults.
Source: the Mail online | Health - July 11, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Lack of parental warmth, abuse in childhood linked to multiple health risks in adulthood
This study was also supported by the MacArthur Research Network on Socioeconomic Status and Health through grants from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, and by grant T32-MH19925 and the Cousins Center for Psychoneuroimmunology at the UCLA.
The UCLA Cousins Center for Psychoneuroimmunology encompasses an interdisciplinary network of scientists working to advance the understanding of psychoneuroimmunology by linking basic and clinical research programs and by translating findings into clinical practice. The center is affiliated with the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and the David...
Source: UCLA Newsroom: Health Sciences - October 1, 2013 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
