Seeing how odor is processed in the brain: New study shows odor unpleasantness processed more quickly than perceived quality
A specially created odor delivery device, along with machine learning-based analysis of scalp-recorded electroencephalogram, has enabled researchers at the University of Tokyo to see when and where odors are processed in the brain. The study found that odor information in the brain is unrelated to perception during the early stages of being processed, but when […]
Particulate Matter Size Tied to Stroke Mortality
Hospitalized stroke patients living in areas with greater air pollution were more likely to die from their stroke, but the size of ambient particulate matter (PM) and duration of exposure both played a role in the level of risk, an observational study from China indicated. Effect sizes were greatest for smaller-sized particles (PM1) and with […]
Wake up and smell the burning rubbish? Secrets of disordered smell found
For people with parosmia, or distorted sense of smell, the aroma of freshly ground coffee can be as disgusting as burning rubbish. Now, researchers have discovered the secrets of why certain food and drinks smell (and likely taste) disgusting to people with parosmia. In new research published in Communications Medicine, a team of scientists have […]
How To Know When It’s Time To Take Medication For Depression
Living with depression is no easy feat, and when you throw navigating treatment into the mix, it can become even more complicated. There are numerous options for addressing depression, from therapy and holistic options to antidepressants. Dr. Ludmila De Faria, chair of the American Psychiatric Association’s Committee on Women’s Mental Health, explained that “medication can […]
CDC: Up to Five Monkeypox Cases Now Presumed in the U.S.
With one confirmed case and four presumptive cases of monkeypox in the U.S., clinicians should continue to be on high alert if their patients report new onset of rash, especially in the genital or perianal area, CDC staff said Monday. The one confirmed case in Massachusetts had over 200 close contacts, the majority of whom […]
Despite Extensive Evaluations, Long COVID Causes Remain Unclear
Clinical and immunologic evaluations of people with post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) — otherwise known as long COVID — showed a high burden of persistent symptoms but most cases pointed to no specific cause, NIH researchers reported. Fatigue, labored breathing, chest discomfort, parosmia, headache, insomnia, memory impairment, anxiety, and impaired concentration were the most […]
Designers find better solutions with computer assistance, but sacrifice creative touch
From building software to designing cars, engineers grapple with complex design situations every day. ‘Optimizing a technical system, whether it’s making it more usable or energy-efficient, is a very hard problem!’ says Antti Oulasvirta, professor of electrical engineering at Aalto University and the Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence. Designers often rely on a mix of […]
Alcohol may be more risky to the heart than previously thought
Levels of alcohol consumption currently considered safe by some countries are linked with development of heart failure, according to research presented at Heart Failure 2022, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).1 “This study adds to the body of evidence that a more cautious approach to alcohol consumption is needed,” said study […]
5 Podiatrist-Recommended Recovery Sandals That’ll Pamper Your Feet
Amazon One of the most important parts of healing from a foot injury or living with a foot condition is the type of shoe you wear. Whether you have plantar fasciitis, heel spurs or even hammertoes, protecting your feet with comfortable shoes during the recovery process can make all the difference in your progress. Recovery […]
Add-On Vraylar Tied to Easing of Recurrent Depressive Symptoms
NEW ORLEANS — Adjunctive cariprazine (Vraylar) was linked with a reduction in depressive symptoms for patients with major depressive disorder (MDD), who had an inadequate response to current therapy, according to a phase III study. When added to a first-line antidepressant, 1.5 mg of once-daily cariprazine resulted in significantly greater average reductions in Montgomery-Åsberg Depression […]