Ophthalmology Doctors in Grand Ledge, MI Accepting Medicare
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 Dr. Deborah Lynn Mackersie, MD Ophthalmology Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments Practice Location: 1005 Charlevoix Dr Ste 200, Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Phone: 517-627-3030 |
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Bright light therapy for the aged depressed: Study
A new study shows that exposure to bright light may ease symptoms of depression in elderly people. The researchers tried three weeks of bright light therapy using specially designed light boxes and saw that it improved symptoms of depression by as much as 54% in older adults with depression. The light therapy also improved sleep and optimized levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin. Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression and often targeted by antidepressant drugs. This is the first study of its kind to show a beneficial effect of bright light therapy on treating depression in the elderly with non-seasonal major depressive disorder.
Scientists unveil how Zika virus replicates
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Zika virus infection a global threat during the peak of its outbreak in 2016. Since then, scientists and health experts raced to understand the virus better to develop novel and effective vaccines and treatments for the disease. Now, a team of researchers in China revealed how a protein in the virus reshapes its host to boost viral replication.
Barr confirms Xopenex patent challenge
Barr Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has confirmed that its subsidiary, Barr Laboratories, Inc., has initiated a challenge of the patents listed by Sepracor Inc. in connection with its Xopenex (Levalbuterol Hydrochloride) 0.31mg/3mL, 0.63mg/3mL and 1.25mg/3mL.
Study: Effects of testosterone on human behavior in 'pro-social' situation
Is aggression always the best response to a challenge? Testosterone may not necessarily cause aggression but behavior can drive testosterone secretion.
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