David McNamee
Medical News Today
Contact David
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by David:
Type 2 diabetes: High-intensity exercise may restore heart function
New research finds that high-intensity interval training helps to reduce heart complications in people living with type 2 diabetes. → Read More
Autism and the gut microbiome: Further evidence strengthens link
New research in rodents finds additional evidence that the microbiome may influence the likelihood of developing autistic behaviors. → Read More
Bipolar disorder may increase risk of Parkinson's
A recent study concludes that experiencing bipolar disorder during adulthood increases the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease later in life. → Read More
These 5 tropical plants may 'provide anticancer benefits'
New research examined several plants that people have used to treat cancer since ancient times. The study identified five plants with anticancer benefits. → Read More
Plastic pollution harms oxygen-producing bacteria
New research finds that plastic pollution not only harms fish but also damages species of bacteria that produce the oxygen we breathe. → Read More
Virtual reality may help stimulate memory in people with dementia
According to a recent study, virtual reality might provide a useful tool for treating dementia. Among other things, it may help improve memory. → Read More
Eat walnuts to lower blood pressure, new study suggests
The authors of a new study conclude that for people already at risk of cardiovascular disease, adding walnuts to a low-fat diet could lower that risk. → Read More
Herpes may account for 50 percent of Alzheimer's cases
A large review suggests that the herpes virus may result in a heightened risk of senile dementia, and may account for numerous Alzheimer's diagnoses. → Read More
Rising autism prevalence 'driven by changes in classification'
Between 2000 and 2010, rates of autism have tripled. However, a new study suggests that this rise is largely due to changes in intellectual disability categorization in the US. → Read More
Bullying, 'rather than misogyny,' explains online abuse of female gamers
Women receive three times as much abuse as men when playing online games. A new study suggests the psychology behind this is rooted in the need to men's desire for social status. → Read More
New dads put on weight, while childless men lose weight
Men put on an additional weight of 3.5-4.5 lb on average after becoming a father, finds a new study published in the American Journal of Men's Health. → Read More
Firstborn children have 'infinitesimally small' IQ lead over siblings
The age-old debate of whether birth order makes a difference to personality or IQ is addressed in the largest study ever to investigate the issue. → Read More
Marijuana 'helps bones to heal'
In a study of rats with mid-femoral fractures, the nonpsychotropic cannabidiol component of marijuana was associated with improved bone healing. → Read More
Odds of losing weight are stacked against obese people, study says
The odds of severely obese people achieving normal weight are as great as 1 in 1,290, say the authors of a new study, concluding that current weight-loss programs are ineffective. → Read More
Increased sitting time linked with breast and ovarian cancer risk
Although no link was found between cancer and extended sitting time among men, a new study suggests women who spend a lot of time sitting may be at risk. → Read More
Why are breast cancer survivors prone to weight gain?
In a new study conducted by researchers from Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, breast cancer survivors gained 3.6 lb more weight over 4 years compared with cancer-free women. → Read More
Abortion: 95% of women do not regret procedure
A new study finds no evidence to support the theory that women who have abortions subsequently experience mental health problems as a consequence. → Read More
Does cigarette smoking contribute to schizophrenia?
Previous studies have found that people with psychosis are more likely to smoke. A new meta-analysis suggests that this is not an attempt at self-medication, as previously thought. → Read More
How do sexuality and gender affect friendships?
Purportedly the 'most inclusive ever study of friendship,' new research finds that different groups have slightly different investments in the types of friendships they have. → Read More
WHO: countries must raise tobacco tax to 75% of retail price
A new report from the World Health Organization makes a case for increasing tobacco taxation as the cheapest and most effective way to reduce smoking-related deaths worldwide. → Read More