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One Stage of Sleep Seems Critical For Reducing The Risk of Dementia
Research indicates that slow-wave sleep is critical for reducing dementia risk in older adults. A study in JAMA Neurology found th
topicNetizens spiral over IIT Roorkee’s cow urine study, findings reveal potential to fight Chikungunya virus
Researchers at IIT Roorkee identified bioactive compounds in cow urine distillate that show antiviral activity against the chikung
topicFrance confirms first Ebola case in doctor returning from DR Congo
France has identified its first Ebola patient, a doctor returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The patient is currently
topic'I felt trapped': The hidden struggle of eating disorders facing pregnant women
Pregnancy can trigger or worsen eating disorders, though it may also offer a path to recovery. Medical professionals often overloo
topic'You kill the bacteria and heal the wound at the same time': Emerging nanotech could be the future of wound healing
Researchers are developing light-activated nanomaterials and nanoflower-coated bandages to treat infections and speed up tissue re
topicEarly-onset cancers are on the rise. Knowing your family history is crucial.
Cancer rates are increasing in younger populations, with gastrointestinal cancers rising fastest. Research suggests accelerated bi
topicLife-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites is on the rise. Here’s what you should know
Health officials are warning of alpha-gal syndrome, a life-threatening allergy to red meat triggered by tick bites. This condition
topicDear Doctor: Is there a way to test for plastic particles (i.e., from water bottles) within the body?
Researchers have developed methods to detect plastic particles in human body tissue. At-home blood test kits are now available to
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo outbreak top 1,000 with 254 deaths, authorities say
Confirmed Ebola cases in eastern Congo have reached 1,003. Authorities report 254 deaths, though one source claims the toll is hig
topicWant to age better? Researchers say 4-minute routine may help prevent dangerous falls
A Penn State clinical trial indicates that four minutes of daily strength exercise can significantly improve leg strength, balance
topic6 Canned Foods to Eat to Lower Blood Pressure, According to Dietitians
Dietitians suggest incorporating specific canned foods to help manage high blood pressure. These options provide essential nutrien
topicCoffee’s Hidden Power: How It Secretly Reshapes Your Gut for the Better
New research indicates coffee alters the gut microbiome and the bidirectional communication pathway to the brain. These changes oc
topicVitamin D and calcium supplements may not protect against bone fractures, large new study suggests
A large systematic review suggests that calcium and vitamin D supplements do not significantly reduce the risk of falls or fractur
topic2 Nutrients You May Be Missing If You’re Tired All the Time
Constant exhaustion may stem from missing nutrients or underlying health conditions. Magnesium deficiency is identified as a poten
topicInside the gold-mining town where the Ebola outbreak likely started
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,000 cases. The virus is centered in the gold-mining town of
topicWhy we should all be getting more sun: new book
Science journalist Rowan Jacobsen released "In Defense of Sunlight, The Surprising Science of Sun Exposure." He claims that focusi
topicExercise and Stress: Do High-Intensity Workouts Spike Cortisol Levels?
Intense exercise causes a temporary increase in cortisol levels. For most people, this spike resolves after recovery and can build
topicMisinformation about sunscreen is spreading on TikTok, researchers say
Most sunscreen content on TikTok promotes product use. However, a small number of videos spreading misinformation receive signific
topicThe US is slashing HIV/Aids funding. A ‘steady drumbeat’ of activists stands at the ready
The Trump administration has implemented or proposed cuts across every federal agency working on HIV. These reductions have alread
topicResearchers explore immunotherapy to revive natural hair color
Researchers are investigating a new method to reverse gray hair by using immunotherapy. The approach aims to reactivate cells that
topicConnecticut couple suing Yale New Haven Hospital in sepsis death of 1-year-old following ER visit
Kate and Micheal Hallissey are suing Yale New Haven Hospital following the death of their 1-year-old son, Liam Francis Hallissey.
topicAustralia ramps up bird flu testing as second state reports case
Australian authorities have expanded surveillance and testing of livestock and wildlife following H5N1 bird flu detections. The vi
topicChewing sugary gum after eating certain veggies is good for your heart: study
Research indicates that chewing sugary gum after eating specific vegetables can improve heart and blood vessel health. This effect
topicWhat men should know about the US government’s latest move on testosterone therapy
The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking updates to testosterone replacement therapy labels. These changes follow a