Computer use in midlife may prevent cognitive decline

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Researchers found that using a computer, playing games, and participating in social activities may reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment. Our brains go through changes as we get older, and some people may experience issues with memory, thinking, or judgment. Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is the stage between age-related cognitive decline and dementia —…

What Is PANDAS Syndrome?

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Strep throat is a normal part of childhood. Some kids get it again and again, and a simple round of antibiotics usually clears it up. But for a small number of children, the infection triggers strange behavior changes known as PANDAS syndrome: pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections. With PANDAS, your child may seem to turn into a different…