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Neurology

Lab tests give early clues on autism drug

26 Apr 2012
White Mouse Autism research in mice has raised the possibility of drugs to treat the condition, BBC news has reported.
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Memory loss 'reversed in monkeys'

29 Jul 2011
Gorilla “Memory decline reversed in tests on monkeys,” reported The Daily Telegraph. The newspaper went on to say that “a cure for memory loss in middle and old age could be a step closer thanks to a drug which...
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Optimism 'reduces stroke risk'

22 Jul 2011
stack of newspapers “Being an optimist can cut your risk of stroke,” the Daily Mail has reported today. The newspaper says that looking on the bright side of things can have a direct positive effect on physical health. The news...
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Study of seven Alzheimer's risk factors

19 Jul 2011
elderly couple holding hands “Half of all Alzheimer’s disease cases could be prevented by lifestyle changes such as exercise, eating healthily and not smoking”, the Daily Mail has today reported. The newspaper says that...
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Brain cells made from human skin

14 Jul 2011
DNA strand The Independent reports today that there is “hope for millions of Alzheimer’s sufferers as scientists make brain cells from human skin”. It said that “scientists had managed to convert a person's skin tissue into functioning nerve cells...
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Cinnamon treats Alzheimer's...in mice

29 Jun 2011
White Mouse The Daily Express claimed that scientists have discovered a possible “cake ‘cure’ for dementia”, which “could be the ‘holy grail’ in slowing or even eradicating dementia in patients”.
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Cinnamon treats Alzheimer's ... in mice

29 Jun 2011
White Mouse The Daily Express claimed that scientists have discovered a possible “cake ‘cure’ for dementia”, which “could be the ‘holy grail’ in slowing or even eradicating dementia in patients”.
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New clues to MS nerve damage

27 Jun 2011
Test tube Scientists have found a “missing link” in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS), the Daily Mirror has reported. The newspaper said that new research has identified a new molecule “that could lead to a drug treatment to repair the...
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New clues on MS nerve damage

27 Jun 2011
Syringe and MEdication Scientists have found a “missing link” in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS), the Daily Mirror has reported. The newspaper said that new research has identified a new molecule “that could lead to a drug treatment to repair the...
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City living, stress and mental health

23 Jun 2011
people walking on bridge People who live in the country are happier, according to the Daily Mail. The article said: “city dwellers think differently from people who live in the country – and are more likely to suffer mental illness as a result.” The news is...
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