The neurotransmitter dopamine influences the activity of a wide variety of brain areas. A deficiency of this substance can have […]
‘No hard evidence’ new virus variant more contagious: US official
It is not yet certain whether the new coronavirus variant discovered in Britain is more contagious, but the US is […]
Brain magnetic stimulation for veterans with concussion: Need is high, but evidence is limited
Studies using repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a noninvasive technique, to help veterans and active-duty service members living with depression, […]
New evidence to guide the practice of blood transfusions in children with severe malaria
Blood transfusions increase the survival of children admitted to the hospital with complications by severe malaria, and could be beneficial […]
Studies provide more evidence that coronavirus damages the kidneys
One-third of hospitalized coronavirus patients have kidney damage and high levels of the virus in the organs, two studies reveal […]
New research gives further evidence that autoimmunity plays a role in Parkinson’s disease
A new study co-led by scientists at the La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) adds increasing evidence that Parkinson’s disease […]
Stopping coronavirus: What does the evidence say are the best measures?
The new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has been spreading rapidly but at a different rate in different countries. A variety of […]
More evidence fried food ups heart disease, stroke risk
(HealthDay)—Check out the menus at any county fair—corn dogs, fried Oreos, even fried butter—and you’ll quickly see that Americans love […]
USPSTF: evidence lacking for lead screen in kids, pregnancy
(HealthDay)—The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has concluded that current evidence is insufficient for assessing the balance of harms […]