A Groundbreaking Study by HKUMed and Harvard Reveals Statins Lower Cardiovascular Disease Risk by Over 20% in Hong Kong Seniors with High Cholesterol
Researchers from HKUMed's LKS Faculty of Medicine and Harvard's TH Chan School of Public Health have unveiled the first comprehensive evidence supporting the efficacy of statins in elderly patients, dispelling…
How Do Our Brains Function During Planning?
When we pause to contemplate before making a significant choice, we often envisage various potential outcomes from our options. This "mental simulation" process is fundamental to our everyday decision-making and…
Recent Research Reveals Astaxanthin’s Capability to Combat LPS-Triggered Inflammation
A research group led by Professor Huang Qing from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has discovered a novel mechanism through which astaxanthin (AST)…
Diet Low in Sugar Associated with Youthful Biological Age
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered a significant connection between diets rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly those low in added sugar, and a younger biological age at the…
Symptom Management and Enhanced Quality of Life for Cardiovascular Patients Through Palliative Care
Implementing patient-centred palliative care therapies, which include prescribing, adjusting, or discontinuing medications as needed, can control symptoms and improve the quality of life for those with heart disease. This approach…
Men Engaged in Recreational Activities Like Golfing and Gardening Could Face Higher ALS Risk
A study by Michigan Medicine has revealed that participating in recreational activities such as golfing, gardening, woodworking, and hunting might elevate the risk of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in…
Exceptional Dementia Care in Nursing Homes Requires More Than Just Increased Staffing
A groundbreaking study led by the University of California, Irvine, has determined that simply increasing the number of staff in nursing homes is not enough to address the disparities in…
Strong ‘Family’ Connections Are Essential for the Wellbeing of Care Home Staff and Residents
A new study has brought to light a significant finding: care home residents experience a marked improvement in care when they establish 'family-like' bonds with staff. The research, a collaborative…
Impact of a Youthful Outlook on Dementia Caregivers and Their Relatives
The University of Surrey has unveiled findings that establish a link between the perceived ages of spousal caregivers and their partners who are living with dementia. This study highlights that…
Research Unveils Causes of Bias in AI Models for Medical Imaging Analysis
Artificial intelligence models are increasingly integrated into medical diagnostic processes, particularly in analysing imaging data like X-rays. Research has indicated that these AI systems do not consistently perform well across…
Pregnant and Postpartum Women with Depression at Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Women diagnosed with perinatal depression are at a greater risk of developing cardiovascular disease within the next two decades compared to those who do not experience such depression during or…
Physicians May Soon Utilize Facial Temperature to Diagnose Metabolic Diseases Early
Researchers have identified that variations in facial temperature could indicate high blood pressure, with cooler noses and warmer cheeks serving as potential signs. This discovery arises from findings that link…
Cardiac Health May Be the Leading Risk Factor for Future Dementia Incidence
A new study led by researchers from UCL suggests that dementia risk factors linked to cardiovascular health may have become more prominent over time compared to other factors like smoking…
Potential breakthrough treatment may reverse autoimmune-related hair loss
Researchers at MIT, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Harvard Medical School have made significant strides in developing a promising new treatment for alopecia areata. This autoimmune condition causes hair loss,…
Phone-Based Psychological Support Proven Effective Against Loneliness and Depression, Major Study Finds
A major new study led by a team from the University of York, Hull York Medical School, and Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust has shown significant reductions…
Study Reveals Impact of Social Media on College Students’ Mental Health Amid Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly impacted the mental well-being of college students, significantly increasing conditions like anxiety and major depression among young adults aged 18-25 compared to pre-pandemic levels. This surge…