January 25, 2023

Sleeping less than seven hours per night and self-reported low sleep quality during adolescence associated with risk for developing MS Insufficient sleep and low sleep quality during adolescence may increase the risk for subsequently developing multiple sclerosis, according to a study published online Jan. 23 in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry. Torbjörn Åkerstedt,...

Key Takeaways Memory loss is the most common early symptom of Alzheimer’s and dementia, but it doesn’t necessarily signal a rapid decline People whose earliest symptoms involve language, decision making or problem solving tend to have a faster and steeper decline in their brain function and quality of life, a new study found The results...

Pregnancy-associated breast cancer is more difficult to diagnose, making treatment more complicated and minimizing the chance of positive outcomes for patients. Pregnancy-associated breast cancer (PABC) is a distinction given to patients diagnosed during pregnancy or less than one year postpartum. Although cancer’s co-occurrence with pregnancy is relatively rare, PABC is one of the most common...

Breast cancer patients are more likely to experience depression. In a sample of breast cancer patients, nutrient-sparse diets increased inflammatory markers and depression severity. Breast cancer, one of the leading causes of death among women worldwide, causes immense emotional distress in patients. The emotional turmoil leads to high rates of depression, which often goes untreated....

Mental illness creates barriers to healthcare, and in this study, patients with a pre-existing psychiatric disorder were found to be less likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer at an early stage. Mental illness increases mortality rates in individuals with breast cancer. Early detection is one of the greatest determinants of survival rate, but women...

The urban environment has become more polluted and children are more likely to develop asthma. In suburban and rural areas, residential greenspace reduced the risk of childhood asthma, showing the importance of physical environments to overall well-being. Children’s immature immune systems make them more vulnerable to developing asthma. Prevalence of asthma among children is growing,...

Asthma is associated with lower health-related quality of life, and asthma symptoms may be exacerbated by insomnia. This study investigated the link between insomnia, psychological status, and asthma. Respiratory symptoms have a strong impact on how people with asthma engage in their everyday lives. Health-related quality of life (HRQL) is jeopardized by risk factors caused...

Fine particulate matter increases the risk of developing asthma and exacerbating symptoms. In older adults with a history of smoking and low socioeconomic status, the risk is even higher. Asthma, a major public health concern in older adults, is exacerbated by ambient particulate air pollution. Short- and long-term exposure to air pollutants aggravates asthma symptoms,...

Atopic dermatitis affects the mental health of adolescents, which in turn affects their psychological well-being. Atopic dermatitis (AD) is an inflammatory, chronic, relapsing skin condition characterized by eczematous lesions and itching, negatively impacting quality of life. Asthma, allergies, allergic rhinitis, mental difficulties, and skin infections are all connected with AD. In the presence of chronic...