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Concussions are more dangerous than you think—and many people don’t even know they have...
Every year, millions of people experience a concussion, yet many do not realize it has happened. A hard hit during sports, a fall at...
Sleep apps may harm people with insomnia
In recent years, more and more people have started using sleep tracking apps to understand how well they rest at night.
These apps are often...
Diabetes drugs may also improve mental health, study finds
Medications that are commonly used to treat diabetes and help with weight loss may also have unexpected benefits for mental health, according to a...
Not all alcohol is the same in health risks
Alcohol is a common part of social life for many people around the world. Some people drink occasionally, while others drink regularly. For many...
Scientists discover “rotten egg” planet with a massive ocean of lava
Astronomers have discovered a strange new kind of planet beyond our solar system—one that may be covered by a vast, long-lasting ocean of molten...
Why some people with prediabetes face much higher diabetes risk
A new study suggests that treating all people with prediabetes in the same way may not be the best approach.
Researchers have found that some...
Why high blood pressure is becoming deadlier for younger women
High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” because it can damage the body without causing clear symptoms. Many people feel completely normal,...
A common antioxidant could fuel cancer
A new scientific discovery is changing the way researchers think about cancer and nutrition. Scientists have found that cancer cells may depend on a...
Eating more meat may protect these people from Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared conditions of aging. It slowly affects memory, thinking, and daily life, and there is still no...
‘Magic mushroom’ therapy for depression: what to know
Depression is one of the most common and serious mental health conditions in the world. It affects how people feel, think, and function in...
A simple hospital change could save lives in high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects nearly half of adults...
Blood clot drug may harm stroke treatment, study finds
Stroke is one of the most serious medical emergencies in the world. It happens when blood flow to part of the brain is suddenly...
Your blood pressure may affect your emotion health
When we think about blood pressure, we usually focus on heart health and numbers on a monitor. However, new research suggests that blood pressure,...
A common heart drug may be making some patients worse
Heart failure is a major health problem in the United States and around the world. It affects millions of people and places a heavy...
Major causes of fatigue in older people
Feeling tired from time to time is a normal part of life. Many people feel low on energy after a busy day, poor sleep,...
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Tiny zircon crystals reveal new secrets about Earth’s earliest history
Scientists still have many questions about the earliest years of our planet.
Earth formed about 4.55 billion years ago, but almost no rocks from that...
Smart clothes could track your health and charge your phone one day
Wearable technology has already become part of everyday life. Many people now use smartwatches to track their heart rate, steps, and sleep.
But scientists believe...
Why dance tracks dominate TikTok while love songs rule Spotify
What makes a song become a hit today?
While listeners certainly play a role, new research suggests that streaming platforms and their algorithms also have...
US is less prone to oil price shocks than in past decades
Oil is a global market, so when prices rise in one place, they rise everywhere. The current war against Iran has already raised oil...
Scientists grow chickpeas in “moon dirt,” opening the door to farming on the Moon
As NASA prepares for future missions that could send astronauts back to the Moon, scientists are trying to answer an important question: what will...