Dementia, stroke and cardiac death: Even slightly elevated thyroid values are dangerous
Berlin - An overactive thyroid increases the risk of stroke or cardiac arrest. Dementia is also possible. According to current studies, people with slightly elevated hormone levels are already at risk. The Professional Association of German nuclear medicine (BDN)...
Your Brain Has A “Delete” Button—Here’s How To Use It
The story by Judah Pollack and Olivia Fox Cabane, published on www.fastcompany.com Your brain's delete button and how to use it - This is the fascinating way that your brain makes space to build new and stronger connections so you can learn more. There’s an old saying...
The science of heartbreak: A spouse’s death boosts risk of cardiac arrhythmia
Heartbreak, it turns out, is more than just a metaphor: After the death of one’s spouse, people are at higher risk of having an abnormal heartbeat, a new study finds. Why it matters: We know emotions can have physical effects. So-called “broken heart syndrome,” which...
Synthetic voices, as unique as fingerprints
Rupal Patel at TEDWomen 2013 · 11:44 · Filmed Dec 2013 - I'd like to talk today about a powerful and fundamental aspect of who we are: our voice. Each one of us has a unique voiceprint that reflects our age, our size, even our lifestyle and personality. In the words...
Wearables help stroke victims
Author: Eric Butterman Imagine the feeling of not being able to do all the routine, effortless movements you’ve always performed. The motion of brushing your teeth. Putting one foot in front of the other to walk your dog. Even raising a spoon of cereal to your lips to...
