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Daisy Stephens BBC News, South of England University of Reading Planaria are harmless worms found in ponds and rivers Tiny worms found in ponds and rivers could be instrumental in treating mental illness, a study has suggested. Research at the University of Reading has found the worms react to brain medicines in a similar way to rodents. It means they …

Modern vaccines have saved over 150 million lives. Yet misinformation about them can still have deadly consequences. A gunman recently opened fire at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters, wrongly believing that the coronavirus vaccine had caused his depression. Public health is increasingly being threatened by the spread of dangerous misinformation. In fact, there have been several …

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Around the world, new coronavirus variants are being nicknamed “Nimbus” (NB.1.8.1) and “Stratos” (XFG). But according to Prof. Tal Brosh, head of the Infectious Disease Unit at Assuta Ashdod Public Hospital and chair of Israel’s national epidemic response team, the branding is more flash than substance. “They’re more contagious,” he explained, “but there’s no evidence they’re more dangerous than earlier …

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Summary: A new study has raised concerns about the safety of acetaminophen use during pregnancy, linking prenatal exposure to higher risks of autism and ADHD. Using the gold-standard Navigation Guide review method, the team analyzed 46 studies with over 100,000 participants, finding that stronger studies more consistently showed a connection. While the evidence does not prove causation, it highlights biological …

You’ve likely heard of ‘Ozempic face’, ‘Ozempic tongue’, ‘Ozempic feet’, and ‘Ozempic hands’. Here’s a new addition: Ozempic vulva.Making its turn around the social media frequently now, Ozempic vulva isn’t a medical diagnosis; rather, it’s a label coined by women noticing unexpected changes in their vulva or vaginal area after using Ozempic or similar GLP-1 weight-loss drugs.Ozempic is a widely …

Whether steeped in tea, tossed into a stir-fry, or taken as a capsule, ginger has long been celebrated for its soothing effects on digestion and nausea. However, new evidence suggests this spicy root may also benefit something even more vital: your heart. Jump to Key Takeaways. 1. Helps Lower Blood Pressure Several of the studies in the Cureus review found …

Cases of Mosquito-Borne Chikungunya Virus Are Surging Globally: What to Know  The New York Times Glacial Lake Outburst in Alaska and Discovery of a New Human Ancestor  Scientific American World Health Organization warns of epidemic threat as dangerous virus spreads: ‘We are seeing history repeating itself’  The Cool Down Chikungunya fever cases continue to drop in South China, no after-effects reported: experts  China Daily …

If you’ve fallen down the dietary supplement rabbit hole, you might have read about the longevity benefits tied to vitamin D, or how ashwagandha can boost brain function and mood. Or perhaps, you’ve looked into taking magnesium to aid with poor sleep quality. Now, new research points to a supplement that could slow down dementia risk in older adults. RELATED: …