A Northern Ireland GP has urged parents to be cautious as the number of cases of hepatitis among children under the age of 10 has risen across the UK. Hepatitis is the inflammation of the liver, oft… [+4102 chars]
Eight hours of sleep has often been touted as the optimum amount but it appears that seven may be best for those in middle age and beyond to stay sharp, a study suggests. The research, which involve… [+529 chars]
Summary: The release of potassium ions from neurons charges the electrical activity of astrocytes, allowing for the control of neurotransmission. The astrocyte-neuron crosstalk raises questions as to… [+7539 chars]