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Why the ocean around Greenland is expected to drop—even as the world’s seas rise
Sea levels are rising across most of the planet as the climate warms and ice melts.
But around Greenland, scientists say the opposite is likely...
This vitamin may play a surprising role in bowel movements
Most people don’t often talk about their bowel habits, but how often we go to the bathroom can actually reveal a lot about how...
How Parkinson’s may travel from the gut to the brain—and how we might stop...
New research from scientists at the UK Dementia Research Institute at University College London has revealed how Parkinson’s disease may spread from the gut...
Being a “night owl” could quietly hurt your heart, research warns
Many people see themselves as night owls. They feel more alert in the evening, enjoy staying up late, and often struggle with early mornings.
While...
Smoking, blood pressure and diabetes each may cause distinct dementia-related brain changes
Many people think dementia is something we cannot prevent, but new research shows that almost half of all dementia cases are linked to risk...
How to stop breast cancer from spreading to the brain
Scientists at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered something new that may help fight a serious problem for patients with...
Major causes of high blood pressure you need to know
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a health condition that affects many people around the world.
It happens when the pressure of blood...
Silent warnings of liver disease in older adults
Liver disease is a serious health problem that can affect people at any age. But in older adults, it can be harder to notice....
What is the major cause of hoarding?
When most people hear about hoarding, they often think of extreme cases shown on reality TV—homes filled with piles of things, rooms that are...
Is your blood pressure slowly hurting your heart?
High blood pressure is sometimes called the “silent killer.” This is because most people who have it don’t feel anything wrong. However, it can...
Study finds a surprising cause of tooth decay
A new study from Umeå University in Sweden has found that both your genes and your daily habits may affect your risk of getting...
Best breakfast foods to help lower your blood pressure
Starting your day with the right foods doesn’t just give you energy—it can also help keep your blood pressure under control.
Breakfast is a great...
Why you fall asleep on the sofa but not in bed
Have you ever dozed off on the sofa while watching TV, only to find yourself wide awake once you crawl into bed? You’re not...
Don’t ignore these early signs of colon cancer
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is one of the most common cancers in the world. It starts in the colon or rectum,...
Can blood pressure drugs trigger dangerous skin disease?
Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects millions of people around the world. According to the Mayo Clinic, it causes red, itchy, and scaly...
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Smart windows made from wood could slash energy bills and block UV rays
What if your window could block harmful UV rays, keep your home cooler or warmer, and adjust to sunlight all by itself—without using any...
How an ultrathin coating could unlock the future of lithium metal batteries
A team of scientists has found a surprisingly simple way to solve one of the biggest problems holding back next-generation lithium batteries.
By adding an...
Astronomers solve the mystery of the universe’s “little red dots”
Ever since the James Webb Space Telescope began sending back its first breathtaking images in late 2021, astronomers have been fascinated—and confused—by strange red...
A swinging tube in the sea could offer a simpler way to harvest ocean...
Ocean currents carry vast amounts of energy, but turning that motion into electricity has always been a technical challenge.
Most existing designs rely on underwater...
Jupiter’s stormy clouds hide an oxygen-rich world below
Jupiter may look like a swirling ball of colorful clouds, but beneath that dramatic surface lies a world scientists have struggled to understand for...