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Largest Study to Date Finds Decreased Brain Function in Younger Cannabis Users

Healthcare, Medicine /

The most extensive study to date on cannabis effects in 18- to 36-year-olds reveals that the drug can impair brain function during cognitive tests. These findings aim to help individuals make informed choices about cannabis use. With the growing legalization of cannabis for both medical and recreational use, debate continues over its safety, particularly for […]

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The Ocean’s Surface Is Heating Up Over Four Times Faster Than in the 1980s

Environmental Science /

The sharp rise in global temperatures since 2023 has fueled relentless disasters worldwide, from the still-burning LA fires to the deadly Valencia floods, leaving scientists scrambling for answers. New ocean data suggests a key culprit: an alarming acceleration in sea surface warming. A study from the University of Reading reveals that the ocean’s surface is

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Oral Microbes Could Influence Your Risk of Cognitive Decline

Microbiology, Uncategorized /

The bacteria in your mouth affect more than just your teeth and gums—they may also play a role in brain function. A study of 55 people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) found that those with higher levels of Neisseria bacteria performed better on tests of working memory, executive function, and visual attention. Even among 60

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Artificial Sun Sets New Fusion Record by Surpassing 1,000 Seconds

Experimental Physics, Physics /

Scientists have just achieved a new milestone in their efforts to create an ‘artificial Sun’ on Earth. The team behind China’s Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak (EAST) successfully kept their fusion drive running for over 1,000 seconds, with a precise duration of 1,066 seconds, or nearly 18 minutes. Launched in 2006, EAST is one of several

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Combination Therapy Trial Nearly Doubles Breast Cancer Cure Rates

Healthcare, Medicine /

A phase 3 clinical trial found that adding nivolumab, a targeted immunotherapy drug, to chemotherapy nearly doubled cure rates for patients with the most common type of breast cancer, estrogen receptor-positive (ER+)/HER2-negative (HER2–). This finding signals a potential shift in treatment strategies. Building on the success of combining immunotherapy with chemotherapy for Hodgkin lymphoma, researchers

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AI-Designed Proteins May Offer Protection Against Lethal Snake Venom

Healthcare, Medicine /

By utilizing AI, scientists have engineered proteins that counteract the toxins from cobras and other venomous snakes. This proof-of-concept approach could eventually lead to a new treatment for snakebites. In laboratory tests, the tailored proteins saved the lives of mice exposed to a lethal dose of toxins, as reported by researchers on January 15 in

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Trump is Pulling the U.S. Out of the WHO. Here’s What it Means

Healthcare, Medicine /

President Donald Trump has once again announced his intention to end U.S. support for the World Health Organization (WHO), a global health and humanitarian body dedicated to disease eradication and tracking outbreaks across borders. On January 20, Trump signed an executive order outlining the U.S. plan to withdraw from the Switzerland-based organization, a process that

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Lose fat without losing muscle: A booster of this protein might be the solution

Healthcare, Medicine /

If you’re among the 13% of American adults who have used GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, you likely know that along with fat loss comes muscle loss.And if you don’t engage in weightlifting or have conditions that prevent you from starting an exercise regimen, you have limited options to combat this. A Potential Game-Changer: The

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Pet Dogs Identified as Unexpected Carriers of Salmonella

Biology /

Salmonella is commonly associated with contaminated food or water, but a new study reveals pet dogs might also be significant carriers of this bacteria. Researchers from Pennsylvania State University (PSU) found that dogs, even when asymptomatic, can transmit nontyphoidal, antibiotic-resistant Salmonella to humans. This discovery highlights the close relationship between humans and their pets as

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