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New Brain‑Scanning Technique May Redefine Anxiety Diagnosis

Later‑life smoking cessation slows cognitive decline

Nighttime Tweets Damage Mental Health

Research from the University of Bristol, published in Scientific Reports, shows that posting on Twitter (now called X) during the night is tied to lower mental well‑being. The study found...
Date OCT 13, 2025

Injectable Hydrogel for Voice Recovery

Researchers at McGill University have developed a novel hydrogel that holds promise as a treatment for individuals suffering from vocal cord injuries. Permanent loss of voice largely results from scarring...
Date OCT 12, 2025

Seaweed Tablet Makes Menstrual Cups Smart

Scientists at McMaster University have created a new menstrual care product that works alongside an existing menstrual cup, improving safety, usability, and environmental friendliness compared to current alternatives. It is...
Date OCT 11, 2025

Lab‑derived MS model uncovers unique brain cells driving inflammation

Scientists have discovered an uncommon type of brain cell that may be central to the relentless inflammation seen in progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). This finding, published today in Neuron, represents...
Date OCT 11, 2025

DASH vs Mediterranean Diet: Which Better Lowens Blood Pressure?

The foods you choose directly influence your chances of developing high blood pressure (hypertension). Making dietary changes to manage blood pressure is essential for reducing heart disease risk and improving...
Date OCT 11, 2025

6 Medications to Avoid When Consuming Chia Seeds

Chia seeds can modify the effectiveness of certain prescriptions, altering their therapeutic window or heightening side‑effect risk. Since chia‑rich recipes are gaining popularity, it’s important to recognize potential interactions between...
Date OCT 10, 2025

Quick field test reveals hidden malaria infections

Researchers have adapted a rapid diagnostic technology that detects cases of malaria that remain undetected, helping curb the spread of the disease. A collaborative team from Imperial College London, the...
Date OCT 10, 2025

Portable chip captures Alzheimer’s disease progression in real time

A team of researchers from Concordia University and McGill University has designed a “lab‑on‑a‑chip” that emulates the advancement of Alzheimer’s disease within the brain. The microfluidic system enables scientists to...
Date OCT 10, 2025

RAS‑PI3K Blocker Enters First Human Trial

Science reports that scientists at the Francis Crick Institute and Vividion Therapeutics have discovered chemical agents that can specifically prevent the cancer‑driving protein RAS from binding to a key growth...
Date OCT 10, 2025

Avocado Interactions: Food & Supplements

Avocados are nutrient‑dense fruits prized for healthy fats, fiber, and potassium. Yet certain foods and supplements can interact with avocados in ways that matter for people on specific medications or...
Date OCT 10, 2025

Study Discovers Gene Raising Risk for Children's Bone Cancer

Scientists at Cleveland Clinic Children have uncovered a previously unrecognized gene that heightens the likelihood of developing osteosarcoma, the most common malignant bone tumor in youngsters and young adults. In...
Date OCT 09, 2025