MNT daily newsletter - 29 November 2017

Dear S.C.T.C Customer, Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, containing the most recent headlines from your chosen news categories. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ANNOUNCEMENT Following reader feedback, we will be testing multiple email formats over the coming weeks. Thank you for your continued support. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News What is hallucinogen-persisting perception disorder? In this article, we examine the symptoms and causes of HPPD, a condition involving visual disturbances. We also look at diagnosis and treatment options. 29 Nov 2017 Alzheimer's / Dementia News If you want to avoid dementia, get hitched According to a recent review of the evidence, holy matrimony might benefit your neurological health as you age. Marriage, it seems, reduces dementia risk. 29 Nov 2017 Back Pain News Chronic back pain: A 10-minute treatment leaves patients pain-free Researchers reveal how a 10-minute, CT-guided pulsed radiofrequency technique alleviated chronic back pain for more than 80 percent of study subjects. 29 Nov 2017 Body Aches News What causes pain in the sternum? Learn about the causes of sternum pain, including costochondritis and fractures. What is the difference between sternum pain and heart attack pain? 29 Nov 2017 Cancer / Oncology News Cancer stem cells destroyed by drug-filled nanoparticles Scientists show how drug-laden nanoparticles can find and destroy cancer stem cells that hide in tissue for years before causing the cancer to return. 29 Nov 2017 'Alarming' rise in cancer rates driven by diabetes, obesity Diabetes and obesity are on the rise, and so is the number of cancer cases attributable to these metabolic conditions, researchers warn. 29 Nov 2017 Dermatology News Black toenail: Causes and treatment Black toenails can be unsightly and painful. In this article, we look at the causes of black toenails, treatment options and prevention. 29 Nov 2017 Irritable Bowel Syndrome News IBS: Five facts you need to know Irritable bowel syndrome affects over a tenth of the population globally, but many go undiagnosed. Nobody knows what causes it, however. Find out more. 29 Nov 2017 IT / Internet / E-mail News Letter from the Editor: Time to plant some seeds Thanksgiving is over, and the holiday season is in full swing. Managing Editor Marie Ellis asks what seeds you can plant now for a healthful new year. 29 Nov 2017 Multiple Sclerosis News What is tumefactive MS? Tumefactive MS is a rare form of MS that involves a mass in the brain. It may look similar to other conditions, including cancerous tumors and tuberculoma. 29 Nov 2017 Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News The effects of skipping breakfast depend on your weight New research suggests that eating breakfast regularly or skipping it altogether can affect lean and obese people in very different ways. 29 Nov 2017 'Alarming' rise in cancer rates driven by diabetes, obesity Diabetes and obesity are on the rise, and so is the number of cancer cases attributable to these metabolic conditions, researchers warn. 29 Nov 2017 Schizophrenia News Tardive dyskinesia: What you need to know Tardive dyskinesia is a side effect of some drugs that causes unintended muscle movements, usually in the face. Learn about which medications cause it. 29 Nov 2017 You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed through your MNT account on Medical News Today. If you wish to alter any of your subscription details (name, email address etc) or chosen news categories, please log into your newsletter preferences page. To unsubscribe from these newsletters immediately, please click here.

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