University of Eastern Finland

Health

Light Physical Activity Shown to Counter Blood Pressure Rise from Sedentary Time

Summary: A 13-year study reveals that excessive sedentary time during childhood through young adulthood can increase systolic blood pressure by 4 mmHg.

Nov 14, 2024

Brain & Behavior

Early onset dementia more common than reported and Alzheimer’s seems to be on the rise

A new major study by the University of Eastern Finland, the University of Oulu and Neurocenter Finland explored early-onset dementia in the working-age population in Finland.

Jul 25, 2024

Brain & Behavior

Tiny Particles from Traffic Pollution Disrupt Brain Cell Function

New research reveals how the smallest air pollutants can harm our sense of smell and potentially contribute to Alzheimer's disease.

Jul 24, 2024

Health

New Hope for Drug-Resistant Prostate Cancer

Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland have made important discoveries that could lead to better treatments for drug-resistant prostate cancer.

Apr 10, 2024

Health

Physical fitness since childhood predicts cerebellar volume in adolescence

Physical fitness since childhood is associated with cerebellar grey matter volume in adolescents.

Nov 10, 2023

Health

Physical activity may prevent fatigue in patients with MS

A study led by the University of Eastern Finland found that better physical condition and higher daily activity predicted lower levels of fatigue in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, RRMS.

Aug 9, 2023