Parkinson’s disease is a debilitating neurodegenerative condition that affects millions of people globally. Researchers have been working tirelessly to find ways to identify the disease in its earliest stages in order to develop better treatments and preventative strategies. A recent study conducted by University College London biochemist Jenny Hällqvist and her team has shown promising
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As the summer of 2024 kicks off, more than 260 million people are bracing themselves for a challenging heatwave that is set to break records across northeastern US. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings about the duration and intensity of this heatwave, stating that it may be the longest experienced in decades for
In recent years, there has been a concerning increase in the number of calls to poison control centers in the U.S. related to psilocybin exposure among adolescents and young adults. Psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound found in “magic mushrooms,” has gained popularity as a recreational drug, especially after it was decriminalized and legalized in certain cities
The world’s population has seen a significant increase in the number of centenarians, making them one of the fastest-growing demographic groups. With their numbers doubling roughly every ten years since the 1970s, these individuals have become a subject of interest for scientists and researchers worldwide. Understanding how long humans can live and what determines a
Imagine the scenario where you seek medical attention due to dizziness and slurred speech, only to be dismissed as drunk despite not consuming any alcohol. This bewildering experience was faced by a woman in Canada, who struggled with a mysterious illness known as auto-brewery syndrome. This rare and poorly understood condition involves the production of
In recent research, scientists have been exploring the impact of our body’s circadian clock on the effectiveness of certain cancer treatments. Specifically, they have been looking at how checkpoint inhibitors, which are immunotherapy drugs that block crucial proteins from binding to cancerous tumors, interact with our circadian rhythms. While these drugs have shown promise in
Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. However, there exists a special group of individuals who show resilience against this disease, despite having the biological markers that typically lead to its development. Scientists have long been intrigued by this phenomenon and have been conducting research to understand the factors that
Despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary, a shocking 24 percent of US adults still believe that vaccines, specifically the MMR vaccine, can cause autism. This misconception, fueled by a discredited study from over 25 years ago, continues to persist and has serious implications for public health. The spread of false information around vaccines not only
A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of California San Francisco has shed light on a potential connection between body temperature and depressive symptoms. By analyzing data from over 20,000 individuals from 106 countries, the study found that those with depression tend to have higher body temperatures. While this correlation is intriguing, it
The field of cancer treatment has always been challenging, particularly when it comes to metastases in organs such as the lungs. Conventional chemotherapy often proves to be inefficient in directly targeting tumors in the lungs, leading to limited success in treatment outcomes. However, a groundbreaking approach using biohybrid microrobots may change the landscape of cancer
Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish oil supplements, have long been touted for their benefits for mental and physical well-being. However, a recent study has found that these essential fatty acids may also have a positive effect on reducing aggression in individuals. This new research builds on previous studies linking omega-3 to preventing schizophrenia and
A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital in Finland has shed light on the relationship between coffee consumption and dopamine levels in the brains of individuals with Parkinson’s disease. This study aimed to bridge a gap in understanding how coffee intake affects individuals already diagnosed with Parkinson’s