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Stress is often described as a feeling of being overwhelmed, worried or run-down. Stress can affect people of all ages, genders and circumstances and can lead to both physical and psychological health issues. By definition, stress is any uncomfortable "emotional experience accompanied by predictable biochemical, physiological and behavioral changes." Some stress can be beneficial at times, producing a boost that provides the drive and energy to help people get through situations like exams or work deadlines. However, an extreme amount of stress can have health consequences and adversely affect the immune, cardiovascular, neuroendocrine and central nervous systems.
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JUN 24, 2019
Cardiology
Today, workplace wellness programs are offered by most large employers. They may be presented as part of an employee ben
...
Written By:
Abbie Arce
JUN 22, 2019
Genetics & Genomics
Some things are just instinct. For example, a mother’s urge to look after her young is generally considered an ins
...
Written By:
Annie Lennon
JUN 19, 2019
Genetics & Genomics
A drop in leptin concentration, a hormone released from fat stores, was vaguely understood to influence increased
...
Written By:
Amanda Mikyska
JUN 17, 2019
Health & Medicine
For decades, scientists and doctors alike have known that excess weight and body fat are risk factors for cardiovascular
...
Written By:
Tiffany Dazet
JUN 17, 2019
Microbiology
Fecal transplants are still considered an experimental procedure, a fact highlighted by two recent infections.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 16, 2019
Genetics & Genomics
We often think of the negative byproduct of trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), as a personal experience. But
...
Written By:
Annie Lennon
JUN 12, 2019
Cell & Molecular Biology
As we get older, our arteries slowly begin to stiffen and then harden, which can lead to many serious complications. Now
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 11, 2019
Space & Astronomy
Modern science is teaching us that long-term exposure to microgravity, such as living on the International Space Station
...
Written By:
Anthony Bouchard
JUN 10, 2019
Cell & Molecular Biology
Right now, there's no way to know when epileptic seizures will occur, and they could happen at dangerous times.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 02, 2019
Earth & The Environment
A study published recently in the journal Nature highlights the crucial role that Asia’s high-elevation glaciers p
...
Written By:
Kathryn DeMuth Sullivan
MAY 30, 2019
Cell & Molecular Biology
Researchers were surprised to find that an important enzyme that help regulate metabolism works in an unexpected way.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
MAY 29, 2019
Microbiology
We may one day be able to use a 'stress vaccine' to ward off the damage caused by traumatic events.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
MAY 24, 2019
Cardiology
In a time when once-demonized substances are being recognized for their potential health benefits, what role should psyc
...
Written By:
Abbie Arce
MAY 24, 2019
Technology
A multisite international study proved that technology is now better than tape to measure the risk of a female developin
...
Written By:
Nouran Amin
MAY 24, 2019
Cell & Molecular Biology
Animals spend a lot of their lifetime asleep, and scientists have sought to understand the physiological purpose of all
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
MAY 24, 2019
Drug Discovery & Development
In a study published in JAMA Psychiatry, researchers have identified new genetic contributors to anxiety and stress-rela
...
Written By:
Nouran Amin
MAY 24, 2019
Microbiology
Recent work has shown that people all over the world can improve their health and lower cancer risk by eating a more bal
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
MAY 23, 2019
Drug Discovery & Development
Rapamycin was considered a wonder drug upon its discovery three decades ago when it was isolated from soil bacteria. It
...
Written By:
Nouran Amin
MAY 22, 2019
Genetics & Genomics
Most cells in the body have a small appendage called a primary cilium, which is increasingly being recognized for its im
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
MAY 21, 2019
Drug Discovery & Development
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimate that over 17 million adults in the US have had at least one major depre
...
Written By:
Abbie Arce
MAY 21, 2019
Health & Medicine
Abortions are incredibly safe procedures. The rate of complications for abortions is lower than the complication rate fo
...
Written By:
Abbie Arce
MAY 21, 2019
Cardiology
Whether we want to believe it or not, our well-being is continually being influenced by our environment. Many people ass
...
Written By:
Abbie Arce
MAY 20, 2019
Cancer
In the spring of 2019, the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS) released new mammogram guidelines that call for w
...
Written By:
Julia Travers
MAY 20, 2019
Microbiology
Stress can have a detrimental effect on our health, and appears to contribute to the development of autoimmune diseases.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch