Category: Health Fitness

Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro makes food taste sweeter and saltier, and that may quiet cravings

New research being presented at the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Vienna,

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Why so many young kids with ADHD are getting the wrong treatment

Young children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder often receive medication just after being diagnosed, which contravenes treatment guidelines endorsed by the

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Millions have diabetes without knowing it

A large portion of the global population with diabetes remains undiagnosed or is not receiving optimal care, according to a

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Scientists test an anti-aging cream that actually works

Against the backdrop of high market demand for effective anti-ageing cosmetics, a team of Chinese researchers assessed the clinical effectiveness

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Cannabis use may quadruple diabetes risk

Cannabis use is linked to an almost quadrupling in the risk of developing diabetes, according to an analysis of real-world

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1 in 8 Americans have already tried Ozempic and similar weight loss medications

Nearly 12% of Americans have used GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, including about one-fifth of women aged 50 to 64,

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Fatty liver breakthrough: A safe, cheap vitamin shows promise

Approximately 30% of the global population is affected by metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MASLD), a condition that previously lacked targeted

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Hidden gut molecule found to wreck kidneys

A molecule made by bacteria in the gut can hitch a ride to the kidneys, where it sets off a

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Toxic “forever chemicals” found in 95% of beers tested in the U.S.

Infamous for their environmental persistence and potential links to health conditions, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called forever chemicals,

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One daily habit could save you from chronic back pain

A major study has investigated the relationship between walking and the risk of developing chronic lower back problems. The findings

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Blood test spots hidden mesothelioma that scans can’t see

People with operable diffuse pleural mesothelioma may benefit from immunotherapy before and after surgery, based on results of a clinical

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Your morning coffee could secretly be weakening antibiotics

Ingredients of our daily diet – including caffeine – can influence the resistance of bacteria to antibiotics. This has been

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Metformin’s secret brain pathway revealed after 60 years

Although metformin has been the go-to medication to manage type 2 diabetes for more than 60 years, researchers still do

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Don’t toss cannabis leaves. Scientists just found rare compounds inside

Analytical chemists from Stellenbosch University (SU) have provided the first evidence of a rare class of phenolics, called flavoalkaloids, in

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Smog in the brain: Dirty air speeds Alzheimer’s decline

Exposure to high concentrations of air pollution may worsen Alzheimer’s disease (AD) by accelerating the buildup of toxic proteins in

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How orangutans thrive in feast and famine without gaining weight

Humans could learn a thing or two from orangutans when it comes to maintaining a balanced, protein-filled diet. Great apes

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Heart attacks may actually be infectious

A pioneering study by researchers from Finland and the UK has demonstrated for the first time that myocardial infarction may

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This common sugar builds stronger cancer-killing T cells

For cancer, and infection-fighting T cells, glucose offers far more than a simple sugar rush. A new discovery by Van

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Scientists just made CRISPR three times more effective

CRISPR gene-editing machinery could transform medicine but is difficult to get into tissues and disease-relevant cells New delivery system loads

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A common supplement could reverse the hidden harm of sucralose

Sucralose is a popular sugar substitute for people who are cutting calories or managing blood sugar levels, but new research

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Strange new bacteria found in Amazon sand flies. Could it spread to humans?

A new species of bacteria of the genus Bartonella has been found in the Amazon National Park in the state

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Experts warn: Smartphones before 13 could harm mental health for life

Owning a smartphone before age 13 is associated with poorer mind health and wellbeing in early adulthood, according to a

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Scientists reveal how breakfast timing may predict how long you live

As we age, what and how much we eat tends to change. However, how meal timing relates to our health

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Scientists watch Parkinson’s protein drill holes in brain cells

A toxic protein forms dynamic pores in the membranes of brain cells – and that may be the key to

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A 3-minute brainwave test could spot Alzheimer’s years before symptoms

A simple brainwave test developed at the University of Bath has been shown to detect signs of memory impairment linked

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Overworked neurons burn out and fuel Parkinson’s disease

Certain brain cells are responsible for coordinating smooth, controlled movements of the body. But when those cells are constantly overactivated

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Metformin’s mysterious metal effect could explain its big health benefits

The widely used diabetes drug metformin changes blood metal levels in humans. The Kobe University study is an important step

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Why Alzheimer’s attacks the brain’s memory hub first

One of the first parts of the brain affected by Alzheimer’s disease is the entorhinal cortex — a region that

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Study finds cannabis improves sleep where other drugs fail

Insomnia patients taking cannabis-based medical products reported better quality sleep after up to 18 months of treatment, according to a

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The next Ozempic: A 4-in-1 breakthrough for lasting weight loss

Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are used by over 15 million adults in the U.S., or 4.5% of

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Exercise may actually reverse your body’s aging clock

A new research perspective was recently published in Aging, titled “Exercise as a geroprotector: focusing on epigenetic aging.” In this

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Common heart drug taken by millions found useless, possibly risky

Beta blockers—drugs commonly prescribed for a range of cardiac conditions, including heart attacks—provide no clinical benefit for patients who have

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Scientists reveal breakthrough blood pressure treatment that works when others fail

A new treatment has been shown to significantly lower blood pressure in people whose levels stay dangerously high, despite taking

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Cells “vomit” waste in a hidden healing shortcut that could also fuel cancer

When injured, cells have well-regulated responses to promote healing. These include a long-studied self-destruction process that cleans up dead and

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New AI model predicts which genetic mutations truly drive disease

When genetic testing reveals a rare DNA mutation, doctors and patients are frequently left in the dark about what it

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This simple diet could help protect memory, even with Alzheimer’s genes

Researchers found dietary changes may help improve cognitive health and stave off dementia. A new study led by investigators from

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Cannabis for coping? Why it may trigger paranoia

New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London, in partnership with the University

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The surprising reason x-rays can push arthritis patients toward surgery

Routine x-rays aren’t recommended to diagnose the condition. Instead, GPs can make a diagnosis based on symptoms and medical history.

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The hidden DNA organizer linking fertility and cancer

A research team at Kyoto University has discovered STAG3-cohesin, a new mitotic cohesin complex that helps establish the unique DNA

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Scientists crack indole’s toughest bond with copper, unlocking new medicines

Indole, a molecule made up of a six-membered benzene ring fused to a five-membered ring containing nitrogen, forms the core

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Rats walk again after breakthrough spinal cord repair with 3D printing

For the first time, a research team at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities demonstrated a groundbreaking process that combines

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Artificial sweeteners could soon taste just like sugar

Some artificial sweeteners, such as saccharin and acesulfame K, have a bitter aftertaste that affects consumer acceptance of reduced-calorie foods

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Eating meat may protect against cancer, landmark research shows

Eating animal-sourced protein foods is not linked to a higher risk of death and may even offer protective benefits against

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Your brain works overtime at night to burn fat and prevent sugar crashes

The brain controls the release of glucose in a wide range of stressful circumstances, including fasting and low blood sugar

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Stopping time in cells exposes life’s fastest secrets

Optical microscopy is a key technique for understanding dynamic biological processes in cells, but observing these high-speed cellular dynamics accurately,

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Hidden venom divide in Australia’s deadliest snake raises urgent treatment questions

A University of Queensland study suggests the antivenom given to people bitten by Eastern Brown Snakes may not be as

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Tiny protein dismantles the toxic clumps behind Alzheimer’s

Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital demonstrated for the first time that the protein midkine plays a preventative role

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Mysterious “little red dots” could reveal how the first black holes formed

Astronomers at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian have proposed a new explanation for some of the universe’s

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A startling omega-3 deficiency may explain women’s Alzheimer’s risk

Omega fatty acids could protect against Alzheimer’s disease in women, new research has found. Analysis of lipids – fat molecules

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Scientists solve 30-year mystery of a hidden nutrient that shields the brain and fights cancer

An international team of scientists, co-led by researchers at the University of Florida and Trinity College Dublin, has cracked a

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A safe painkiller? New research raises concerns about Tylenol’s safety in pregnancy

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have found that prenatal exposure to acetaminophen may increase the

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Scientists just found a protein that reverses brain aging

Aging is particularly harsh on the hippocampus — the brain region responsible for learning and memory. Now, researchers at UC

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Genetic evidence confirms early puberty accelerates aging and disease

Reproductive timing matters when it comes to aging and age-related disease. In a study now online at eLife¸ Buck researchers

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This overlooked trait could explain anxiety and depression in millions

The meta-analysis of 33 studies, the first of its kind, looked at the relationship between sensitivity and common mental health

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A new cancer vaccine just wiped out tumors in mice

An experimental mRNA vaccine boosted the tumor-fighting effects of immunotherapy in a mouse-model study, bringing researchers one step closer to

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Forget LASIK: Safer, cheaper vision correction could be coming soon

Millions of Americans have altered vision, ranging from blurriness to blindness. But not everyone wants to wear prescription glasses or

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Scientists detect virus traces in blood that may unlock long COVID’s mystery

Researchers from the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), part of City of Hope, and the Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation

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Trojan horse bacteria sneak cancer-killing viruses into tumors

Researchers at Columbia Engineering have built a cancer therapy that makes bacteria and viruses work as a team. In a

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Scientists may have found the tiny DNA switch that made us human

Research from scientists at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have shed new light on an age-old question:

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One small walking adjustment could delay knee surgery for years

Nearly a quarter of people over the age of 40 experience painful osteoarthritis, making it a leading cause of disability

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A $2 gold nanotech test that detects deadly diseases in minutes

Researchers at Arizona State University have developed a breakthrough diagnostic tool that could transform how quickly and reliably we detect

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Global study reveals the surprising habit behind tough decisions

An international study surveying people in a dozen countries found that when it comes to making complex decisions, people all

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The surprising brain chemistry behind instant friendships

A new UC Berkeley study shows that the so-called love hormone, oxytocin, is also critical for the formation of friendships.

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Injectable “skin in a syringe” could heal burns without scars

Researchers have created what could be called “skin in a syringe.” The gel containing live cells can be 3D printed

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How cats with dementia could help crack the Alzheimer’s puzzle

Cats with dementia have brain changes similar to those of people with Alzheimer’s disease, offering a valuable model for studying

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Blood pressure cuff errors may be missing 30% of hypertension cases

Researchers have found why common cuff-based blood pressure readings are inaccurate and how they might be improved, which could improve

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The 30-minute workout that could slash cancer cell growth by 30%

A single bout of either resistance or high intensity interval training could help in the cancer battle, new research from

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The hidden mental health danger in today’s high-THC cannabis

Science News from research organizations Date: August 12, 2025 Source: Canadian Medical Association Journal Summary: THC levels in cannabis have

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The parasite that turns off your body’s pain alarm and sneaks in

New research, published in The Journal of Immunology, discovered that a parasitic worm suppresses neurons in the skin to evade

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Losing weight but gaining weakness? What Ozempic might be doing to your muscles

As use of the popular anti-diabetic and weight-loss drug Ozempic skyrockets, so have concerns about the medication’s side effects. One

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How much damage are ultraprocessed foods really doing to your health?

Most ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) are characterized by poor nutritional quality, contributing to excessive calories, and are typically high in saturated

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The hidden ways light at night damages your brain, mood, and metabolism

In a comprehensive Genomic Press Innovators & Ideas interview published today, distinguished neuroscientist Dr. Randy J. Nelson shares insights from

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Scientists crack the mystery of brain cell clumps, and make them vanish

Look inside a brain cell with Huntington’s disease or ALS and you are likely to find RNA clumped together. These

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Scientists discover amino acid switch that turns fat into a calorie-burning furnace

Consuming fewer calories is largely accepted as a way to improve health and lose weight, but a recently published study

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Scientists find brain cell switch that could reverse obesity’s effects

Researchers show astrocytes can be tuned to reverse some obesity-driven brain and metabolic changes, revealing untapped therapeutic potential. Credit: Shutterstock

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New “evolution engine” creates super-proteins 100,000x faster

In medicine and biotechnology, the ability to evolve proteins with new or improved functions is crucial, but current methods are

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Starving tumors makes cancer treatment work better

Cancer cells and tumors do not exist in a vacuum. Far from the isolation and self-sufficiency of the fictional Wakanda,

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Scientists found the gene that makes Aussie skinks immune to deadly snake venom

A University of Queensland-led study has found Australian skinks have evolved molecular armor to stop snake venom from shutting down

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This common fruit has over 1,600 compounds that boost brain, heart, and gut health

A new article appearing in the current issue of the peer-reviewed Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry explores the concept

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Scientists uncover hidden gut ‘sense’ that talks to your brain

In a breakthrough that reimagines the way the gut and brain communicate, researchers have uncovered what they call a “neurobiotic

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This diet helped people lose twice as much weight, without eating less

When given nutritionally matched diets, participants lost twice as much weight eating minimally processed foods compared to ultra-processed foods, suggesting

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Lupus often fades with age. Scientists finally know why

Lupus is a “classic” autoimmune disease. It causes the immune system’s first-line viral defenses — known as interferons — to

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Researchers discover key social factors that triple long COVID risk

Mass General Brigham investigators led a nationwide study that found that financial hardship, food insecurity, lack of healthcare access, and

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This new drug could help PTSD patients finally let go of trauma

Did you know that patients with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often struggle to forget traumatic memories, even long after

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This vaccine uses dental floss instead of needles

Researchers have demonstrated a novel vaccine delivery method in an animal model, using dental floss to introduce vaccine via the

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Breakthrough lung cancer treatment supercharges immune cells with mitochondria

While chemotherapy remains a cornerstone of lung cancer treatment, it often weakens the immune system it relies on for long-term

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4,000-year-old teeth reveal the earliest human high — Hidden in plaque

In south-east Asia, betel nut chewing has been practiced since antiquity. The plants contain compounds that enhance the consumer’s alertness,

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Did drunk apes help us evolve? New clues reveal why we digest alcohol so well

If scientists are to better understand whether the genes that let us safely welcome the weekend with a cold beer

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Found in the trash: A super opioid 1000x stronger than morphine

A synthetic opioid 1000 times more potent than morphine is infiltrating the street drug trade in Adelaide, Australia, sparking fears

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Fat melts away—but so does muscle: What Ozempic users need to know

Popular GLP-1 drugs help many people drop tremendous amounts of weight, but the drugs fail to provide a key improvement

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Reversing Alzheimer’s damage: Two cancer drugs demonstrate surprising power

Scientists at UC San Francisco and Gladstone Institutes have identified cancer drugs that promise to reverse the changes that occur

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Columbia scientists turn yogurt into a healing gel that mimics human tissue

Researchers from Columbia Engineering have established a framework for the design of bioactive injectable hydrogels formulated with extracellular vesicles (EVs)

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This gut hormone could explain 40% of IBS-D cases—and lead to a cure

High levels of a hormone found in cells in the gut could underlie many cases of chronic diarrhea and help

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Your sleep schedule could be making you sick, says massive new study

A groundbreaking international study, recently published in Health Data Science, analyzed objective sleep data from 88,461 adults in the UK

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Walk faster, live longer: How just 15 minutes a day can boost lifespan

Regular walking is widely recognized for its significant benefits to overall health and well-being. Previous research has primarily focused on

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This DNA test can predict if a 5-year-old will be obese as an adult

What if we could prevent people from developing obesity? The World Obesity Federation expects more than half the global population

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7000 steps a day cuts death risk by 47%—and that might be all you need

A major new study led by the University of Sydney suggests that walking 7000 steps a day offers similar health

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Is the air you breathe silently fueling dementia? A 29-million-person study says yes

An analysis of studies incorporating data from almost 30 million people has highlighted the role that air pollution – including

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Ivermectin: The mosquito-killing pill that dropped malaria by 26%

Ivermectin administered to the whole population significantly reduces malaria transmission, offering new hope in the fight against the disease. The

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This sugar substitute does more than sweeten — it kills cancer cells

Stevia may provide more benefits than as a zero-calorie sugar substitute. When fermented with bacteria isolated from banana leaves, stevia

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Even without catching COVID, the pandemic may have quietly aged your brain

A new study, led by experts at the University of Nottingham, has found that the Covid-19 pandemic may have accelerated

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A deadly virus no one talks about — and the HIV drugs that might stop it

Around 10 million people globally live with the life-threatening virus HTLV-1. Yet it remains a poorly understood disease that currently

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New genetic test predicts obesity before you start kindergarten

A new genetic analysis using data from over five million people has provided a clearer understanding of the risk of

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The fungus that makes bread better for you

New research in Plants, People, Planet indicates that bread wheat’s micronutrient content can be increased by cultivating it with a

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Teen bats are spawning new viruses—here’s why scientists are paying close attention

New research by the University of Sydney offers important insights into how and when new coronavirus variants arise in bats.

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A tiny chemistry hack just made mRNA vaccines safer, stronger, and smarter

As millions of people know firsthand, the most common side effect of mRNA vaccines like the COVID-19 shot is inflammation:

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One pregnancy shot slashes baby RSV hospitalizations by 72% — and shields for months

Vaccination of pregnant women has been linked to a drop in newborns being admitted to hospital with a serious lung

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New Duke study finds obesity rises with caloric intake, not couch time

A newly released study from Duke University’s Pontzer Lab, housed in the Department of Evolutionary Anthropology in Trinity College of

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Doctors used music instead of medication—what they saw in dementia patients was remarkable

A new treatment that uses music therapy on dementia wards could improve care and support for some of the NHS’s

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Dirty water, warm trucks, and the real reason romaine keeps making us sick

E. coli outbreaks in romaine lettuce have long been a public health concern. and now a new Cornell University paper

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CRISPR uncovers gene that supercharges vitamin D—and stops tumors in their tracks

Vitamin D is not only an essential nutrient, but also the precursor of the hormone calcitriol, indispensable for health: it

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Three-person DNA IVF stops inherited disease—eight healthy babies born in UK first

The UK’s pioneering licensed IVF technique to reduce the risk of mitochondrial diseases carried out in Newcastle has seen eight

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Cognitive collapse and the nuclear codes: When leaders lose control

Many former leaders of the world’s nine nuclear-armed nations were impaired by health conditions while in office, raising concerns over

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Fasting twice a week could be a game-changer for type 2 diabetes

Intermittent energy restriction, time-restricted eating and continuous energy restriction can all improve blood sugar levels and body weight in people

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Sweet but risky: Common sweeteners may be accelerating puberty in kids

Consuming certain sweeteners commonly found in foods and beverages may increase the risk of early puberty in children, particularly among

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One shot, seven days: Long-acting levodopa gel tackles Parkinson’s tremors

A new weekly injectable drug could transform the lives of more than eight million people living with Parkinson’s disease, potentially

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Princeton study maps 200,000 years of Human–Neanderthal interbreeding

When the first Neanderthal bones were uncovered in 1856, they sparked a flood of questions about these mysterious ancient humans.

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Florida cat sniffs out another new virus—and scientists are listening

Pepper, the pet cat who made headlines last year for his role in the discovery of the first jeilongvirus found

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This tiny implant could save diabetics from silent, deadly crashes

For people with Type 1 diabetes, developing hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is an ever-present threat. When glucose levels become

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How a hidden brain circuit fuels fibromyalgia, migraines, and PTSD

Pain isn’t just a physical sensation — it also carries emotional weight. That distress, anguish, and anxiety can turn a

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In seconds, AI builds proteins to battle cancer and antibiotic resistance

In the last year, there has been a surge in proteins developed by AI that will eventually be used in

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Lemurs age without inflammation—and it could change human health forever

What can lemurs tell us about inflammation and aging, aka “inflammaging” in humans? That’s the question Elaine Guevara, a biological

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Bigger crops, fewer nutrients: The hidden cost of climate change

New preliminary research suggests that a combination of higher atmospheric CO2 and hotter temperatures contribute to a reduction in nutritional

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Matching your workouts to your personality could make exercising more enjoyable and give you better results

Finding motivation to exercise can be the greatest challenge in working out. This might be part of the reason why

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Pregnancy’s 100-million-year secret: Inside the placenta’s evolutionary power play

An international research team led by scientists from the University of Vienna has uncovered new insights into how specialized cell

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New research shows Monday stress is etched into your biology

A research study led by Professor Tarani Chandola from the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences at the University

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Feeling mental exhaustion? These two areas of the brain may control whether people give up or persevere

Two areas of the brain may work in combination to tell the brain when it’s “feeling” tired. People with depression

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Study finds tummy-tuck patients still shedding pounds five years later

Most patients undergoing “tummy tuck” surgery (abdominoplasty) to remove excess skin and tissue after weight loss continue to lose weight

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Multisensory VR forest reboots your brain and lifts mood—study confirms

In Japan, Shinrin Yoku or forest bathing has already been used for therapeutic applications, for instance, to lower blood pressure

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Cough medicine turned brain protector? Ambroxol may slow Parkinson’s dementia

Dementia poses a major health challenge with no safe, affordable treatments to slow its progression. Researchers at Lawson Research Institute

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Scientists discovered how a scent can change your mind

Mice taught to link smells with tastes, and later fear, revealed how the amygdala teams up with cortical regions to

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Frozen light switches: How Arctic microbes could revolutionize neuroscience

Imagine the magnificent glaciers of Greenland, the eternal snow of the Tibetan high mountains, and the permanently ice-cold groundwater in

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Sweet-smelling molecule halts therapy-resistant pancreatic cancer

Cancer cells have the capacity to multiply rapidly. The aggressive cancer cells undergo conversion from their tightly connected epithelial state

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Even low levels of air pollution may quietly scar your heart, MRI study finds

Researchers using cardiac MRI have found that long-term exposure to air pollution is associated with early signs of heart damage,

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Parkinson’s reversal? One drug brings dying brain cells back to life

Putting the brakes on an enzyme might rescue neurons that are dying due to a type of Parkinson’s disease that’s

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AI spots deadly heart risk most doctors can’t see

A new AI model is much better than doctors at identifying patients likely to experience cardiac arrest. The linchpin is

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The fatal mutation that lets cancer outsmart the human immune system

New research from UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center has uncovered an evolutionary change that may explain why certain immune cells

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A midlife MRI that spots rapid aging and signals disease long before symptoms

Any high school reunion is a sharp reminder that some people age more gracefully than others. Some enter their older

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This AI tracks lung tumors as you breathe — and it might save lives

In radiation therapy, precision can save lives. Oncologists must carefully map the size and location of a tumor before delivering

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This virus infects millions—and we just discovered its secret weapon

New research from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and La Jolla Institute for Immunology, published today (June 30)

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Scientists just mapped how the body rejects pig organs—and how to stop it

A pioneering study has provided unprecedented insights into the immune response following pig-to-human kidney xenotransplantation.1 The findings, presented today at

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Scientists just found a sugar switch that protects your brain from Alzheimer’s

A new study from scientists at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging has revealed a surprising player in the

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Candy colors, THC inside: How cannabis edibles are tricking teen brains

Bright colors, fruit imagery, and labels like “locally made” or “vegan” might seem harmless — but when used on cannabis

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Scientists turn beer yeast into mini factories for smart drugs

Scientists at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, in collaboration with researchers from Japan, China, Switzerland, and Italy, have developed an

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A tiny implant just helped paralyzed rats walk again—is human recovery next?

Spinal cord injuries are currently incurable with devastating effects on people’s lives, but now a trial at Waipapa Taumata Rau,

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The brain’s sweet spot: How criticality could unlock learning, memory—and prevent Alzheimer’s

In a new paper with implications for preventing Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders, Keith Hengen, an associate professor of

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AI sees what doctors miss: Fatty liver disease hidden in chest x-rays

Fatty liver disease, caused by the accumulation of fat in the liver, is estimated to affect one in four people

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Parkinson’s may begin decades earlier — and your immune system might know first

Your T cells work hard to fight disease. Unfortunately, “friendly fire” from T cells can sometimes harm the body’s healthy

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Hot tubs outperform saunas in boosting blood flow and immune power

Hot tubs and saunas can both soothe aching muscles and provide welcome warmth, but hot tubs might offer greater health

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Acid-busting diet triggers 13-pound weight loss in just 16 weeks

Compared with a Mediterranean diet, dietary acid load decreased significantly on a low-fat vegan diet and was associated with weight

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Scientists reveal your morning coffee flips an ancient longevity switch

A new study from the Cellular Ageing and Senescence laboratory at Queen Mary University of London’s Cenfre for Molecular Cell Biology,

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Scientists warn of bat virus just one mutation from infecting humans

A group of bat viruses closely related to the deadly Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) could be one small

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The molecule that might save your sight—and your heart

A new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis identifies a possible way to slow or block

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How brain cells meant to help may be making depression worse

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a mental health condition that negatively affects the mood of a person and causes a

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Affordances in the brain: The human superpower AI hasn’t mastered

How do you intuitively know that you can walk on a footpath and swim in a lake? Researchers from the

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From cursed tomb fungus to cancer cure: Aspergillus flavus yields potent new drug

Penn-led researchers have turned a deadly fungus into a potent cancer-fighting compound. After isolating a new class of molecules from

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Zapping aging cells: The fast, label-free test that could transform research

Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have created a new way of telling “aged” human cells apart from younger ones using

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HIV is surging in over-50s—But campaigns still target the young

Prevention and treatment campaigns are not adequately targeting the particular needs of the 50+ years age group. Indeed, between 2000

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Cold sore virus hijacks human genome in 3D–and scientists found its weak spot

Viruses are entirely dependent on their hosts to reproduce. They ransack living cells for parts and energy and hijack the

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Iron overload: The hidden culprit behind early Alzheimer’s in Down syndrome

Scientists at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology have discovered a key connection between high levels of iron in

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Diabetes drug cuts migraines in half by targeting brain pressure

A diabetes medication that lowers brain fluid pressure has cut monthly migraine days by more than half, according to a

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Fitness trackers are failing millions — this fix could change everything

For many, fitness trackers have become indispensable tools for monitoring how many calories they’ve burned in a day. But for

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How can we make fewer mistakes? US Navy invests $860k in placekeeping

A team of cognitive psychologists from the Michigan State University Department of Psychology have received a $860,000 grant from the

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Microscopic heist: How lung bacteria forge weapons to steal iron and survive

Bacteria of the genus Pandoraea have not been studied much to date. Their name is reminiscent of Pandora’s box from

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Single psilocybin trip delivers two years of depression relief for cancer patients

New results from a clinical trial reveal that a single dose of psilocybin — a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found

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Scientists discover llama antibodies that shut down COVID — and its future variants

Scientists have discovered a unique class of small antibodies that are strongly protective against a wide range of SARS coronaviruses,

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Your brain has a hidden beat — and smarter minds sync to it

When the brain is under pressure, certain neural signals begin to move in sync – much like a well-rehearsed orchestra.

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Black coffee, longer life: The science behind your morning perk

While you’re probably not pouring your morning cup for the long-term health benefits, coffee consumption has been linked to lower

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Only 13 % know: The one-minute self-exam that could save young men’s lives

A recent survey commissioned by The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard

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The invisible killer: PM 1 pollution uncovered across America

Air pollution causes health problems and is attributable to some 50,000 annual deaths in the United States, but not all

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Sugar shield restored: The breakthrough reversing brain aging and memory loss

In a compelling Genomic Press Interview published today in Brain Medicine, Sophia Shi, PhD, unveils her pioneering research that fundamentally

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Brain food fight: Rutgers maps the hidden switch that turns cravings on and off

Scientists know the stomach talks to the brain, but two new studies from Rutgers Health researchers suggest the conversation is

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Space-laser AI maps forest carbon in minutes—a game-changer for climate science

Satellite data used by archaeologists to find traces of ancient ruins hidden under dense forest canopies can also be used

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CRISPR-edited stem cells reveal hidden causes of autism

To allow studying the genetic causes of autism spectrum disorder, a Kobe University research team created a bank of 63

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Johns Hopkins blood test detects tumor dna three years early

Genetic material shed by tumors can be detected in the bloodstream three years prior to cancer diagnosis, according to a

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Sleep-in science: How 2 extra weekend hours can calm teen anxiety

A new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2025 annual meeting found that teens who get moderate — but

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Smart nanoparticles launch genetic attack on lung cancer and cystic fibrosis

Scientists have made a key breakthrough for treating respiratory diseases by developing a new drug delivery system that transports genetic

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Atom-thin tech replaces silicon in the world’s first 2D computer

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Silicon is king in the semiconductor technology that underpins smartphones, computers, electric vehicles and more, but

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Pincer plot twist: How female earwigs evolved deadly claws for love and war

A new study from Toho University reveals that female earwigs exhibit a similar pattern of exaggerated forceps growth as males,

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Scientists found the brain glitch that makes you think you’re still hungry

Researchers identify “meal memory” neurons in laboratory rats that could explain why forgetting lunch leads to overeating. Scientists have discovered

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This overlooked supplement could help you think sharper and age better

Creatine, the supplement popular with athletes for its ability to help build strength and power, is increasingly being recognized for

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New discovery: Tylenol stops pain at the nerves, before it hits the brain

A new study from Hebrew University reveals that acetaminophen doesn’t just work in the brain — it also blocks pain

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Shocking brain cancer breakthrough: Electric fields supercharge immune assault

A new study led by Keck Medicine of USC researchers may have uncovered an effective combination therapy for glioblastoma, a

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How a common antibiotic fuels bacterial resistance

Antibiotics are supposed to wipe out bacteria, yet the drugs can sometimes hand microbes an unexpected advantage. A new study

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Common supplement reverses premature aging in landmark human trial

Werner syndrome (WS), a rare genetic disorder that causes accelerated aging. From their twenties, patients develop gray hair, hair loss,

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Hidden in your dna: The mutation combo that raises clot risk by 180%

Blood clots can form in both arteries and veins. However, the reasons behind them differ, as do the consequences and

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Whales blow bubble rings—And they might be talking to us

A team of scientists from the SETI Institute and the University of California at Davis documented, for the first time,

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Why your diet might be making you sad—Especially if you’re a man

Following a low calorie diet is linked to a heightened risk of depressive symptoms, finds research published in the open

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Largest-ever map of the universe reveals 10x more early galaxies than expected

In the name of open science, the multinational scientific collaboration COSMOS on Thursday released the data behind the largest map

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Epilepsy is more common in patients with frontotemporal dementia than expected

According to a recent study, in patients with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), epileptic seizures are significantly more common than previously known.

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Pancreatic cancer spreads to liver or lung thanks to this protein

A protein called PCSK9 determines how pancreatic cancer cells metastasize to different parts of the body. Scientists at UC San

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Molecular link between air pollution and pregnancy risks

A new study by Emory University researchers, published Thursday in Environmental Science & Technology, found that exposure to the tiny

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Eating an array of smaller fish could be nutrient-dense solution to overfishing

To satisfy the seafood needs of billions of people, offering them access to a more biodiverse array of fish creates

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Decades-old assumptions about brain plasticity upended

A new study from Pitt researchers challenges a decades-old assumption in neuroscience by showing that the brain uses distinct transmission

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Researchers develop innovative model to study sense of smell

Using a newly devised, three-dimensional model to study the regeneration of nerve tissue in the nose, researchers at Tufts University

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Guardrails, education urged to protect adolescent AI users

The effects of artificial intelligence on adolescents are nuanced and complex, according to a report from the American Psychological Association

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Preventing chronic inflammation from turning into cancer

Chronic inflammatory bowel disease is challenging to treat and carries a risk of complications, including the development of bowel cancer.

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Cellular scaffolding secrets unlocked: Scientists discover key to microtubule growth

In a groundbreaking study published today in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), researchers from Queen

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Does outdoor air pollution affect indoor air quality? It could depend on buildings’ HVAC

We typically spend 80% of our time indoors, where the quality of the air we breathe depends on the age