Researchers say they have found clear evidence that the human brain can keep making new neurons well into adulthood, potentially settling decades of controversy
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Scientists say they have very strong evidence that the adult human brain is capable of making new neurons, a point of ongoing controversy in neuroscience.

Live Science

Can adults make new brain cells? New study may finally settle one of neuroscience's greatest debates - Live Science

Many people still believe that building muscle means living at the gym and constantly training. Fresh evidence shows that it’s not quite that time-consuming.
The evidence comes from an eightweek tri… [+5915 chars]

Many people still believe that building muscle means living at the gym and constantly training. Fresh evidence shows it's easier than that.

Earth.com

Study learns the exact amount of time you should train to build muscle - Earth.com

Measles is on the rise in Kentucky.
Health officials in the state confirmed that the disease has spread to Fayette County, marking the seventh case of the highly contagious illness in Kentucky since… [+3102 chars]

Measles have reached a record peak, but Robert F. Kennedy Jr. doesn’t want to vaccinate people.

The New Republic

New State Reports Measles Outbreak as RFK Jr. Guts Vaccine Access - Yahoo

We all know that regular exercise has many benefits, including reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.
Exercise also improves outcomes in patients with cancer, acco… [+6810 chars]

Patients with cancer who participated in an exercise program lived longer without a recurrence of cancer and had a lower risk of dying, according to a new study.

The link between cancer and exercise that patients should know - CNN

The man made a full recovery, but this tale is not for the faint of heart.

Ars Technica

Man fails to take his medicine—the flesh starts rotting off his leg - Ars Technica

Weird dreams and vivid nightmares following late-night consumption of cheese products are surprisingly common complaints, but scientific evidence linking the two has been lacking.
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Weird dreams and vivid nightmares following late-night consumption of cheese products are surprisingly common complaints, but scientific evidence linking the two has been lacking.

ScienceAlert

Cheese May Actually Fuel Nightmares, Surprising Study Confirms - ScienceAlert

When Thomas Hummel gets a whiff of an unripe, green tomato, he finds himself in his childhood home in Bavaria. Under the tilted ceilings of the bedroom that he shared with his two older brothers, the… [+8215 chars]

A better understanding of human smell is emerging as scientists interrogate its fundamental elements: the odor molecules that enter your nose and the individual neurons that translate them into perception in your brain.

Quanta Magazine

How Smell Guides Our Inner World - Quanta Magazine

ABC News

RFK Jr., CDC panel have been casting doubt on the hepatitis B vaccine. Here's why it's safe - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

A cancer immunotherapy drug that is already on pharmacy shelves is showing fresh potential in the fight against Parkinsons disease. 
In mouse experiments, nivolumabrelatlimab, a fixeddose antibody c… [+5246 chars]

A cancer immunotherapy may slow Parkinson’s disease by blocking the spread of harmful brain proteins, Johns Hopkins researchers found.

Cancer drug identified that also works to slow Parkinson's disease, according to scientists - Earth.com

Each week, exclusively for Slate Plus members, Prudie discusses a new letter with a fellow Slate colleague. Have a question for Prudie? Submit it here.
Dear Prudence, 
I have been dating my lovely … [+6200 chars]

Slate Magazine

Help! I Have a Big Relationship Secret I’m Keeping From All My Friends. But I’m Not Sure I Can Do It Anymore. - Slate Magazine

A team of scientists has developed a promising probiotic blend that may support brain health by targeting the gut microbiome. Credit: Stock
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A multi-strain probiotic blend shows promise for protecting brain function by reducing gut-triggered inflammation linked to Alzheimer’s disease. Hariom Yadav, PhD, keeps thinking about a particular cocktail — one that could offer meaningful benefits for brain…

SciTechDaily

This Gut-Boosting Drink Could Protect Your Brain From Dementia - SciTechDaily

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If they don’t grow in right, most people will treat their wisdom teeth as bio-baggage, useful only for preventing money from burning a hole in one’s pocket due to the surgical … [+3107 chars]

10 million wisdom teeth are removed every year, but the process of sending them to a biobank could be very simple.

Good News Network

Wisdom Teeth Contain Unique Stem Cell That Can Form Cartilage, Neurons, and Heart Tissue - Good News Network

Popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound have revolutionized how we tackle obesity. But now, emerging reports about potential side effects have prompted a new investigation by UK health re… [+3536 chars]

Popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound have revolutionized how we tackle obesity.

New Weight-Loss Drugs Under Scrutiny Amid Pancreas Concerns - ScienceAlert

“You should be ashamed” AOC sums up the Big Ugly Rich People Scam in less than 90 seconds... They scammed, stole from, and fucked over 99 percent of us in broad daylight. Happy birthday, America. Enjoy your cake crumbs. And now, our feature...

Dailykos.com

Cheers and Jeers: Thursday - Daily Kos

After trying to conceive for 18 years, one couple is now pregnant with their first child thanks to the power of artificial intelligence.
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After trying to conceive for 18 years, one couple is now pregnant with their first child thanks to the power of artificial intelligence.

A couple tried for 18 years to get pregnant. AI made it happen - CNN

<ul><li>More Wisconsin residents are dying from liver diseases that result from consuming too much alcohol, an analysis of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data shows.</li><li>Between 2019 … [+6277 chars]

It's well-documented that Americans began drinking more during the pandemic. In Wisconsin, alcohol-related deaths increased three-fold between 1999-2020.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Alcohol-related liver problems escalate in Wisconsin, especially for women, young people - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

By all measurements, Judy Freeman, age 76, is in fantastic health. She doesn't have diabetes or heart disease. She's not overweight. She stays active.
"I try to walk at least four or five times a we… [+6306 chars]

After a meal, some people experience high spikes in blood sugar followed by crashing lows. This can cause fatigue, anxiety and trigger overeating. Learning how to manage your blood sugar can help.

Are you a glucose 'dipper'? Here's how to fix those blood sugar highs and lows - NPR

So, how do you take your coffee in the morning? 
Whether its black, with sugar and/or cream, its important to know your preference because according to a new study, taking your cup of brew a certain… [+3002 chars]

It’s important to know your preference because a new study says taking your cup of brew a certain way could mean a longer life.