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New Imaging Tests Shed Light On Brain Matter Changes In Relatives Of MS Patients
Relatives of patients with multiple sclerosis have a higher risk of developing MS than the general
population, according to a study published in the current issue of Neurology, the scientific journal of the American Academy of
Neurology. more
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Depression, Difficulty Expressing Feelings Associated With Eating Disorders
Research has shown that more than half of college women have experienced eating disorder symptoms
(although most do not have full-blown anorexia or bulimia). While the cause of eating disorders is still unknown, new research
suggests that depression and difficulty expressing one's feelings may be a risk factor for disordered eating in young women with
a history of family problems or abuse. more
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MRI Brain Scans Can Reliably Detect The Early Signs Of Multiple Sclerosis
MRI brain scans can reliably detect the early signs of multiple sclerosis and predict how severe the condition will be, scientists say. The conclusion is based on research carried out by the Institute of
Neurology in London spanning more than 18 years. more
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Antioxidant Vitamins And Zinc Reduce Risk Of Vision Loss From Age-Related Macular Degeneration
High levels of antioxidants and zinc significantly reduce the risk of advanced age-related macular
degeneration (AMD) and its associated vision loss. These same nutrients had no significant effect on the development or
progression of cataract. These findings from a nationwide clinical trial are reported in the Archives of Ophthalmology. more
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Gene Defect Explains Why Some Hearts Are Too Big
A gene variant found in about 20 percent of the population might explain why some people develop a
dangerously enlarged heart after intensive exercise or as a side effect of high blood pressure, according to today's rapid access
publication of Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association. more
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