How night shift work can raise risk of diabetes, obesity Just a few days on a night shift schedule throws off protein rhythms related to blood glucose regulation, energy metabolism and inflammation, processes that can influence the development of chronic metabolic conditions. The finding provides new clues as to why night shift workers are more prone to diabetes, obesity and other metabolic disorders. Though more research is needed, the researchers said the study shows that these disrupted rhythms can be seen in as little as three days, which suggests early intervention to prevent diabetes and obesity is possible. Such intervention could also help lower the risk of heart disease and stroke, which is elevated in night shift workers as well.
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Discrimination may accelerate aging Discrimination may speed up the biological processes of aging, according to a new study.
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Gene linked to learning difficulties has direct impact on learning and memory A gene previously linked to intellectual disability has been found to regulate learning and memory in mice.
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Damaging impact of heat waves on vital organs Researchers have found evidence of the molecular causes of the damaging impact heat stress causes on the gut, liver and brain in the elderly. These findings point to the potential of developing precise prognostic and therapeutic interventions.
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Teens who view their homes as more chaotic than their siblings have poorer mental health in adulthood Adolescents who view their households as more unstructured, disorganized, or hectic than their siblings develop more mental health and behavioral problems in early adulthood, according to new research.
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