Scientists demonstrate how second set of cells carry signals from the inner ear to the brain
Deep in the ear, 95 percent of the cells that shuttle sound to the brain are big, boisterous neurons that, to date, have explained most of what scientists know about how hearing works. Whether a rare, whisper-small second set of cells also carry signals from the inner ear to the brain and have a real role in processing sound has been a matter of debate.
posted in category: Medications/Drugs news tags: Brain Cell Nervous System Neuron Neuroscience Otolaryngology Trauma
Clarity offers new amplified telephone at no cost for people with hearing loss
Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI), the non-profit distributor of specialized telecommunications equipment for people with hearing loss and speech disabilities, is offering a new amplified telephone developed by Clarity, a division of Plantronics, at no cost to seniors and others with hearing loss. The Clarity W425 Pro cordless telephone amplifies incoming sounds up to 45 dB.
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Alzheimer's disease affects cognitive abilities more due to infections
Getting a cold, stomach bug or other infection may lead to increased memory loss in people with Alzheimer's disease, according to research published in the September 8, 2009, print issue of Neurology-, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
posted in category: Diseases/Conditions tags: Alzheimer's Disease Brain Dementia Neurology Memory Loss Tumor
Alli obesity drug under investigation for liver problems
There are good reasons why you should think twice before using weight losing aids. It clearly is very easy and comfortable to just take a pill and get it over with as we all love a quick fix but weight loss aids - even those approved by the FDA - come with benefits and risks coupled together.
Genes producing tetrahydrocannabinol in marijuana identified
In a first step toward engineering a drug-free Cannabis plant for hemp fiber and oil, University of Minnesota researchers have identified genes producing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive substance in marijuana. Studying the genes could also lead to new and better drugs for pain, nausea and other conditions.
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