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Study reveals how hearing loss increases risk of dementia
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
People with hearing impairments consume more energy while listening. Other cognitive functions suffer as a result of the excess energy. Cognitive functions are the brain processes that allow us to think and solve problems.
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Study finds unexpected link between 2 schizophrenia risk proteins
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Researchers discovered that when the connection isn't made correctly, the behaviour might suffer. In mice, for example, disruptions to the proteins' capacity to interact led to increased hyperactivity, decreased risk avoidance, and memory impairments.
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Millions of people live with chronic pain, mental problems: Study
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
According to a new study published in the journal PAIN by the University of Arizona Health Sciences, roughly one in every twenty persons in the United States suffers from both chronic pain and anxiety or depression, resulting in functional impairments in daily life.
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Unhappy family or trauma in youth leads to poor health in old age: Researc
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Adverse childhood experiences, particularly those involving violence, have repercussions later in life that include both physical and mental impairments.
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Dementia is more common in older adults with vision issues: Study
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Loss of vision and loss of capacity to comprehend or recall properly are two of the most feared and avoidable health concerns connected with ageing. New research adds to the evidence that visual issues and dementia are connected.
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Increasing omega-3 intake may help protect your hearing: Study
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
A new population-based cross-sectional study found that blood levels of the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) were inversely connected to hearing problems. Higher DHA levels in middle-aged and older persons were 8-20% less likely to report age-related hearing impairments than low
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Flexible, supportive company culture makes for better remote work: Researc
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The pandemic made remote work the norm for many, but it wasn't always a joyful experience. Remote work has many advantages, including improved flexibility, inclusivity for parents and individuals with impairments, and work-life balance. However, it can also produce problems with teamwork, co
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Study: Musical ability makes adults better listeners by keeping brain youn
Updated : 3 years ago IST
The global population is ageing at an unprecedented rate. Ageing can produce a variety of cognitive impairments, imposing a tremendous strain on families and society. As a result, it is vital to devise effective techniques to promote good ageing.
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Heritage Hospitals completes 50 Cochlear Implants for children in associat
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI/SRV): Heritage Hospitals is proud to announce the completion of 50 Cochlear Implants in a very short span in association with the Government of India. This charitable initiative is aimed at helping children with hearing impairments in India and giving them a
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Head-worn device can control mobile manipulators: Study
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
A new research from Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute (RI) aims to increase autonomy for individuals with such motor impairments by introducing a head-worn device that will help them control a mobile manipulator.
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World Hearing Day: Bhutan Health Ministry takes initiative to screen heari
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Bhutan ministry will offer free digital hearing aids to everyone who have some hearing loss. Also, the Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH) has begun performing cochlear implant procedures for people who have severe hearing loss
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Gene mutation discovered that causes language impairment, ADHD and myasthe
Updated : 3 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington [US], September 23 (ANI): Scientists have shown that defects in the protein CAPRIN1 are the cause of various neurological impairments.
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