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Heart disease is linked with decreased brain function in older postmenopausal women. Women who have high blood pressure or diabetes may also be at higher risk for decreasing brain function over time.

Small talk is far from “small” or trivial, says one expert. It is the “cornerstone of civility.” “Small talk is really, really important. It helps us connect with people, and not just at holiday gatherings. If you make connections with people, it makes…

People with intermittent explosive disorder — a psychiatric illness characterized by impulsivity, hostility and recurrent aggressive outbursts — have elevated levels of two markers of systemic inflammation in their blood, signs of inflammation not …

Although the prevalence and impact of cancer-related fatigue has been well established, very little is known about its predictors, mechanisms for development, and persistence post-treatment. A new research study is aimed at identifying breast cancer pa…

Deep brain stimulation may have a beneficial effect on driving ability for people with Parkinson’s disease, according to a new study. Deep brain stimulation uses a surgical implant similar to a pacemaker to send electrical impulses to the brain.

One of the first areas of the brain to be attacked by Alzheimer’s disease, the posterior cingulate cortex, or PCC, has been found to step in during a cognitive challenge to improve the brain’s performance. This small study in monkeys establishes a role…

Children as young as 3 understand multi-digit numbers more than previously believed and may be ready for more direct math instruction when they enter school, according to new research.

Removing restrictions on hospital visiting hours not only allows patients to spend more time with family and friends, it can enhance outcomes by lowering patient anxiety levels and feelings of social isolation, according to a study.

Recent experiment provides sobering new evidence of how damaging even minor brain impacts can be.

Taking a pill as a preventive measure against HIV infection may not encourage people at high risk for the disease to engage in risky sexual behavior, according to a new U.S. study.