Cannabis use in adolescence associated with higher rates of psychiatric disorders
Adolescents who use cannabis could face a significantly higher risk of developing serious psychiatric disorders by young adulthood,…
Tropical cyclones linked to rise in drug-related deaths months after landfall
Tropical cyclones, including hurricanes and tropical storms, are linked to increased rates of drug-related deaths up to three…
Grip strength links to longer life in women over 60
A large, diverse cohort study shows that muscle strength, especially grip strength, may signal survival odds in older…
COVID and flu vaccination rates during pregnancy remain low in Norway
A study of over 50,000 pregnant women in Norway during the 2023/24 influenza season found that only 29.9%…
WHO validates Libya’s success in eliminating trachoma nationwide
The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced that Libya has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, a…
Study reveals coffee triggers distinct cytokine responses compared with pure caffeine
A controlled human study reveals that coffee’s complex chemical matrix may shape immune responses differently than pure caffeine,…
Tiny RNA Molecules in Sperm, Big Impact on Baby Health
Key takeawaysThe study pinpoints a specific sperm-enriched RNA that is actively packaged during sperm maturation and delivered to…
Scientists uncover nanoplastics in brain tissue and question their role in neurological disease
Scientists are detecting nanoplastics in human brain tissue and exploring how these particles may influence the risk of…
The science influencers going viral on TikTok to fight misinformation
One of Simon Clark’s most popular TikTok videos begins with him playing the part of a clueless climate…
Sleep loss triggers brain fluid pulses that impair attention, study finds
New neuroimaging research shows that when sleep-deprived people lose focus, the brain briefly shifts toward sleep-like physiology, offering…
High consumption of sugary drinks linked to anxiety symptoms in adolescents
A new study has identified an association between consumption of drinks containing a high amount of sugar and…
Big breakfast study reveals protein curbs appetite but fiber delivers stronger gut microbiome benefits
A controlled clinical trial shows that what you eat at breakfast, not just how much, may shape appetite,…