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Depression increases risk for heart disease more than genetics or environment
A history of major depression increases the risk of heart disease over and above any genetic risks common to depression and heart disease, according to researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and the VA. The findings are reported this week at the annual meeting of the American Psychosomatic Society this week in... view more... (2009-03-05)
Homosexual behavior due to genetics and environmental factors
Homosexual behaviour is largely shaped by genetics and random environmental factors, according to findings from the world's largest study of twins. view more (2008-06-30)
Twins study shows genetic basis for face and place recognition
New evidence suggests our brains are hardwired before birth to recognize faces and places. But in contrast, the neural circuitry we use to recognize words develops mainly as a result of experience. view more (2007-12-20)
UCLA scientists discover immune response to HIV differs, even in identical twins
In findings illustrating the difficulty of developing an AIDS vaccine, UCLA AIDS Institute researchers report the immune systems in two HIV-positive identical twins responded to the infection in different ways. view more (2005-12-07)
Twin study: Diabetes significantly increases risk for Alzheimer's disease and other dementia
Diabetics have a significantly greater risk of dementia, both Alzheimer's disease - the most common form of dementia - and other dementia, reveals important new data from an ongoing study of twins. The risk of dementia is especially strong if the onset of diabetes occurs in middle age, according to the study. view more (2009-01-28)
Genetic link found between anxiety, depression and insomnia
The genes that play a role in adolescent insomnia are the same as those involved in depression and anxiety. view more (2009-06-08)
Steroid damage to premature babies
Children born very prematurely who are treated with corticosteroids to prevent and treat chronic lung disease, are showing impaired cognitive ability at age seven years compared with those given no such treatment. These are the findings of Trevor Wilson, Dr Chris McCusker and Dr Nichola Rooney of the Royal Hospital, Belfast. They will present... view more... (2004-04-15)
2 studies: The first finds twins born after fertility treatment have a higher risk of problems
Twins born as a result of assisted reproductive technology (ART) are more likely to be admitted to neonatal intensive care and to be hospitalised in their first three years of life than spontaneously conceived twins view more (2009-05-21)
Anorexia nervosa -- more common and transient than previously thought
Anorexia nervosa is a disorder with a grim reputation. Even experts say that anorexia is often devastatingly chronic and carries high mortality rates. view more (2007-08-01)
Society's attitudes have little impact on choice of sexual partner
A unique new study from the Swedish medical university Karolinska Institute (KI) suggests that the attitude of families and the public have little impact on if adults decide to have sex with persons of the same or the opposite sex. Instead, hereditary factors and the individual's unique experiences have the strongest influence on our choice of... view more... (2008-06-17)
Study casts doubt over widely practised surgical procedure to reduce premature birth (p 1849)
A common surgical procedure to prevent the cervix opening during pregnancy-thought to reduce the risk of preterm delivery-is called into question by results of a study in this week's issue of THE LANCET. Cervical cerclage (stitching to keep the cervix closed) has been widely used in the past 50 years to prevent early preterm birth. Kypros... view more... (2004-06-02)
Study sheds light on risks of being a second twin
A nine year study published on bmj.com today has concluded that being a second born twin confers a small increased risk of suffering fatal complications during birth. view more (2007-03-02)
Study by LIJ obstetrician confirms taller women are more likely to have twins
An obstetrician who specializes in multiple-birth pregnancies has confirmed that taller women are more likely to have twins. view more (2006-09-25)
Lung disease study hope for premature babies
A Europe-wide trial involving premature babies is investigating whether the risk of chronic lung disease can be halved if they are given nitric oxide gas to breathe shortly after birth. view more (2006-08-02)
Screening family members could prevent 4 in 10 premature heart attacks
Screening and treating middle-aged adults with a family history of coronary heart disease could prevent more than 4 in 10 premature heart attacks, according to an article in this week's BMJ. view more (2007-09-07)
Number of babies born prematurely nears historic half million mark in US
Nearly a half million American babies were born prematurely in a single year, according to a government report issued today, putting them at increased risk for death and disability. view more (2005-09-09)
Future Pill for Premature Ejaculation a Success in Trials
A new tablet could hold the key for men who suffer premature ejaculation, reports Marina Murphy in Chemistry & Industry Magazine. Trials by a US company have shown the pill, compound LI 301, to have an effect on everyone tested. Trials suggest the drug starts working within two hours, so it could be taken on an as-needed basis. Currently,... view more... (2004-02-17)
IVF Children At Increased Risk Of Neurological Disorders (pp 459, 461)
A Swedish study in this week's issue of THE LANCET suggests that children born after in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) could be at an increased risk of developing neurological problems, especially cerebral palsy. The authors conclude that a reduction in this risk is possible if only one embryo is transferred during IVF, reducing the likelihood of twin... view more... (2002-02-06)
Environment plays key role in children's readiness for school
Early school success seems to depend largely on children entering school ready to learn, and many policy initiatives have highlighted the importance of preparing children for school entry. view more (2007-11-15)
Oocyte-specific gene mutations cause premature ovarian failure
Mutations in a gene called FIGLA cause premature ovarian failure in at least a percentage of women who suffer from the disorder, said researchers from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and Shandong University in China in a report that appears online today in the American Journal of Human Genetics. view more (2008-05-23)
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