Study of Cognition Adolescent Mobile Phones SCAMP
British researchers launch the SCAMP project to study whether mobile phone use affects cognitive development in 11 to 12 year olds over two years. Around 2,500 pupils will take part, with data on device use and classroom cognitive tests to assess memory and attention.
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London
Paul Elliott
Center For Environment and Health
Imperial College London
World Health Organization
Britain
Elliott
Mireille Toledano
Toledano
Imperial College
International Agency For Research On Cancer
Global Health Agency
Suspicious skin spot prompts melanoma warning
Dear Dr. Roach explains ABCD rule for melanoma evaluation and urges dermatologist visit for changing or itching spots. The second letter questions long term high dose niacin safety and the doctor notes potential liver injury and suggests against starting niacin for high cholesterol.
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Dr. Roach
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Replenish After Workout Without Undermining Effort
Nutrition expert warns most postworkout refueling is unnecessary for moderate exercise. People overestimate calories burned and may overeat after running or gym sessions. Protein timing matters less than total intake. a snack around 250 calories with carbs and protein helps satiety.
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Jennifer Gibson
U.S
Gibson
Brad Schoenfeld
Cuny Lehman College
New York
Schoenfeld
Menopause and ADHD Drugs Question for Women’s Brain Health
Philadelphia psychiatrist Dr C Neill Epperson explored whether ADHD medications might help menopausal women with cognitive symptoms. In a small Shire funded trial lisdexamfetamine raised Brown ADD Scales by about 20 points in four weeks for 32 participants, though insurer costs and side effects limited use. The study, not yet published, targets executive function changes linked to estrogen decline during menopause.
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Philadelphia
C Neill Epperson
Penn Center For Women’s Behavioral Wellness
Epperson
Shire
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