www.courant.com2 days agoHealthDo zinc products really help shorten a cold? It's hard to sayOver-the-counter zinc products may slightly reduce common cold symptoms, but inconsistent research calls for further studies. [ more ]
english.elpais.com1 month agoHealthAging researcher Coleen Murphy: All the doctors in the longevity field are taking metformin'The worm Caenorhabditis elegans has been pivotal in aging research, offering insights into genetic regulation and longevity. Researcher Coleen Murphy utilizes worms to study aging, focusing on how it impacts learning, memory, and reproduction. [ more ]
Nature2 months agoHealthFour change-makers seek impact in medical researchSmoking during pregnancy is a proven risk factor for fetal health issues. Epigenetic changes caused by smoking during pregnancy can impact infants' genes. [ more ]
Cbsnews2 months agoHealthResearch suggests COVID-19 affects brain age and IQ scoreBrain fog is a common post-COVID health issue affecting mental clarity. COVID-19 can have various impacts on brain health like memory problems and brain volume shrinkage. [ more ]
Buffer: All-you-need social media toolkit for small businesses3 weeks agoSocial media marketingWhat Type of Sharer Are You? Improve Your Social Media With Our QuizExploring different types of social media personalities through research studies can help individuals understand their own social sharing behavior. [ more ]
Irish Independent1 month agoData scienceIrishmen fall short in ranking of average penis sizes around the worldData collected independently due to potential exaggeration by men. Germany conducted a review to determine the global average penis size. [ more ]
Nature1 month agoData scienceAudio long read: Why are so many young people getting cancer? What the data sayRates of cancers affecting young adults are increasing globally. Contributors like obesity and early screening don't fully explain the rise in early-onset cancer cases. Researchers are delving into studies tracking the health of children decades ago to understand the reasons behind the trend. [ more ]
time.com1 month agoDigital lifeMaybe Our PhonesAren'tthe Problem, Argues a New BookDigital devices may not be as harmful as commonly believed, according to psychologist Pete Etchells in his book Unlocked. Observational studies linking screen time to negative impacts often lack solid evidence of causation. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com2 months agoSciencePregnancy and Childbirth Reshape the Brain in Profound, Sometimes Lasting WaysPregnancy and childbirth impact the brain differently based on when it is examined. Maternal neuroscience is an evolving field with temporary and permanent brain changes observed. [ more ]