Johns Hopkins researchers probe parasite link to schizophrenia
Johns Hopkins scientists explore Toxoplasma gondii, a parasite spread by cats, as a potential environmental factor in schizophrenia. They note infection raises risk of the illness, while experts differ on certainty, and urge hygienic precautions rather than panic. The work cites CDC data and global prevalence, with mentions of genetic and environmental causes and the broader infectious disease angle in mental health.
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Johns Hopkins University
Robert H. Yolken
Johns Hopkins Children’s Center
National Institute of Mental Health
Volken
Ken Duckworth
National Alliance On Mental Illness
U.S
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
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High heels may raise knee OA risk in prolonged wear
An Iowa State University kinesiology study by Danielle Barkema finds that walking in high heels increases knee joint forces and medial compression, raising osteoarthritis risk with higher heels. Results show peak tibia acceleration highest at two inch heels, with higher heels reducing impact and affecting gait.
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Gazette Ames
Iowa State University
Danielle Barkema
ISU
Cedar Falls
Phil Martin
Barkema
ASB
Appendicitis not always an easy call
A reader recalls a long misdiagnosis journey for a seven year old with stomach pain and outlines how appendicitis can mimic other conditions. The piece explains appendix function, typical and atypical pain patterns, and the role of imaging in diagnosis while noting outcomes vary and recovery is hoped for.
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