Month: August 2022

CDC Approves Novavax’s COVID Shot for Teens

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has given the green light for adolescents aged 12 through 17 to receive the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Novavax Inc. This is a big win in the fight against the pandemic, as more young people can now have an extra layer of protection. It’s like adding […]

Published on August 22, 2022

The Influence of Family History on Postpartum Depression Risk

Just like how knowing your family’s history of heart disease might alert you to potential risks, new research suggests that understanding your family’s mental health history can shed light on your risk for postpartum depression. A recent analysis of 26 studies found that pregnant women with a family history of any mental health condition had […]

Published on August 22, 2022

Study: Electrical Brain Stimulation Boosted Memory in Seniors

Imagine your brain as a car engine, struggling to start up in the morning. Now picture giving it a jolt of electricity, like jumpstarting the engine with cables. That’s what transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) does for seniors struggling with memory loss. According to a recent study, when older adults received tACS for four consecutive […]

Published on August 22, 2022