MNT daily newsletter - April 09, 2018

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Alzheimer's / Dementia
Blood test detects Alzheimer's before symptoms appear
Combining antibody technology and an infrared sensor, a groundbreaking test could make the early detection of Alzheimer's disease a possibility.


Biology / Biochemistry
Has your food gone off? This smart patch can tell you
Scientists have developed a flexible, durable, see-through material that signals the presence of specific bacteria and can be used in food packaging.


Cardiovascular / Cardiology
How does depression affect people with cardiovascular disease?
A new study outlines the ways in which the risk or diagnosis of depression affects the health-related quality of life for people with cardiovascular disease.


Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine
COPD: Tai chi a 'viable alternative' to standard treatment
Researchers conducted a randomized trial that examined the benefits of tai chi for people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.


COPD
COPD: Tai chi a 'viable alternative' to standard treatment
Researchers conducted a randomized trial that examined the benefits of tai chi for people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.


Depression
How does depression affect people with cardiovascular disease?
A new study outlines the ways in which the risk or diagnosis of depression affects the health-related quality of life for people with cardiovascular disease.


Endometriosis
What is cervical endometriosis?
Cervical endometriosis occurs when endometrial tissue grows on the cervix. Many experience no symptoms and require no treatment, while others opt for surgery to remove the growths. Very rarely, it harms the chances of pregnancy. Learn about treatment, complications, and characteristics of cervical endometriosis here.


Heart Disease
How does depression affect people with cardiovascular disease?
A new study outlines the ways in which the risk or diagnosis of depression affects the health-related quality of life for people with cardiovascular disease.


Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
Has your food gone off? This smart patch can tell you
Scientists have developed a flexible, durable, see-through material that signals the presence of specific bacteria and can be used in food packaging.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Blood test detects Alzheimer's before symptoms appear
Combining antibody technology and an infrared sensor, a groundbreaking test could make the early detection of Alzheimer's disease a possibility.
Micro concussions may alter football players' brains
A study investigating minor blows to the head finds differences in the brains of footballers and cross-country runners. Are micro concussions to blame?


Nutrition / Diet
Has your food gone off? This smart patch can tell you
Scientists have developed a flexible, durable, see-through material that signals the presence of specific bacteria and can be used in food packaging.


Public Health
Has your food gone off? This smart patch can tell you
Scientists have developed a flexible, durable, see-through material that signals the presence of specific bacteria and can be used in food packaging.


Respiratory
COPD: Tai chi a 'viable alternative' to standard treatment
Researchers conducted a randomized trial that examined the benefits of tai chi for people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.


Sports Medicine / Fitness
Micro concussions may alter football players' brains
A study investigating minor blows to the head finds differences in the brains of footballers and cross-country runners. Are micro concussions to blame?


Stroke
How does depression affect people with cardiovascular disease?
A new study outlines the ways in which the risk or diagnosis of depression affects the health-related quality of life for people with cardiovascular disease.


Urology / Nephrology
Can endometriosis cause bladder pain?
Bladder endometriosis is a rare form of endometriosis where endometrial tissue grows on, or inside, the bladder. Symptoms include bladder pain and frequent urination. It does not directly affect fertility. Bladder endometriosis may be mistaken for interstitial cystitis. Treatments include surgery or hormone therapy.


Women's Health / Gynecology
What is cervical endometriosis?
Cervical endometriosis occurs when endometrial tissue grows on the cervix. Many experience no symptoms and require no treatment, while others opt for surgery to remove the growths. Very rarely, it harms the chances of pregnancy. Learn about treatment, complications, and characteristics of cervical endometriosis here.


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