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Researchers uncover surprising link to stroke risk

A new study from the University of Texas at Arlington found that Americans aged 65 and older who experienced parental divorce as children were more likely to suffer a stroke compared to their peers. The study analyzed data from over 13,000 older Americans and found that about 14% had experienced parental divorce during childhood.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalPLOS One·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 18, 2025

Sexual desire — the force that connects yet also divides

A recent study published in Nature Reviews examines the complex role of sexual desire in relationships, highlighting its potential to fade over time. The research reveals how desire can be shaped by biological, social, and psychological factors, influencing partnership dynamics and relationship longevity.

SourceReichman University·JournalNature Reviews Psychology·TypeLiterature review·DateFeb 11, 2025

COVID-19 pandemic drove significant rise in patients choosing to leave ERs before medically recommended

A recent study found that patients who left emergency departments before being medically advised had higher rates of readmission, mortality, and increased costs. The COVID-19 pandemic led to a 53.6% increase in such cases, primarily due to concerns about infection, long wait times, and dissatisfaction with care.

SourceTexas A&M University·JournalThe American Journal of Emergency Medicine·DateJan 30, 2025

Microbial therapy offers new hope for vitiligo patients

A natural compound derived from gut-friendly bacteria significantly slows vitiligo progression and may restore pigmentation in mice. The findings could offer hope to millions affected by the autoimmune disease, which causes visible patches of skin discoloration and carries profound emotional and physical consequences.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalJournal of Investigative Dermatology·DateJan 28, 2025

Anti-correlation between KLRG1 and PD-1 in tumor CD8 T cells

A new study published in Oncotarget discovered an anti-correlation between PD-1 and KLRG1 expression in human tumor infiltrating CD8 T cells. This finding suggests the potential for combination therapy to enhance cancer treatment by targeting both markers simultaneously, which could lead to more significant and long-lasting benefits.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeNews article·DateJan 21, 2025

The Medieval Academy of America at 100: Speculum themed issue reflects on medieval studies

The January 2025 themed issue of Speculum reflects on the evolution of medieval studies, highlighting shifts toward global perspectives, feminist scholarship, and decolonization. The issue offers histories of para-academic groups, such as the Society for Medieval Feminist Scholarship, BABEL, and the Material Collective, and critiques t...

University of Cincinnati study examines delivery timing in mothers with chronic hypertension

Researchers found that delivering at 39 weeks provides the optimal balance between stillbirth risk and infant health issues, making it an ideal time frame for safest births. The study used a large-scale data set to provide evidence-driven recommendations for delivery timing among women with chronic hypertension.

SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·JournalO&G Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 19, 2024

Trial results support benefits of minimally invasive therapy (middle meningeal artery embolization) in treating chronic subdural hematoma

Researchers found that middle meningeal artery embolization reduces treatment failure rates in chronic subdural hematoma patients without increasing short-term stroke risk. The study's findings emphasize the need to update treatment protocols in the field, making MMAE a beneficial adjunctive treatment for eligible patients.

SourceSociety of NeuroInterventional Surgery·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateNov 21, 2024