Going for a walk. Getting plenty of sleep. Staying hydrated and eating a balanced diet. Socializing with friends. Any number of these behaviors can be beneficial for your mental health. But as cliché… [+573 chars]

Going for a walk. Getting plenty of sleep. Staying hydrated and eating a balanced diet. Socializing with friends. Any number of these behaviors can be beneficial for your mental health. But as cliché as it sounds, it’s important to remember that laughter trul…

Boredpanda.com

80 Funny Pics To Scroll Through As You’re Having The Third Mental Breakdown Of The Day (New Pics) - Bored Panda

SALT LAKE CITY It's long been a goal in medicine to better understand the long trajectories of diseases in hopes of engaging in better prevention and early intervention.
"Collectively, they're (chro… [+4524 chars]

University of Utah researchers have unveiled a new tool kit that uses AI to predict whether individuals will develop progressive and chronic diseases years before symptoms appear.

KSL.com

U. researchers unveil AI-powered tool for disease prediction with 'unprecedented accuracy' - KSL.com

A new study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders has found that adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) show signs of glymphatic system dysfunction, which may be relate… [+6728 chars]

New findings suggest that dysfunction in the brain’s glymphatic system—a key waste clearance pathway—may contribute to cognitive impairments in adults with ADHD, shedding light on a lesser-known biological mechanism behind the disorder.

PsyPost

Glymphatic dysfunction linked to cognitive performance deficits in adults with ADHD, study finds - PsyPost

Exercising regularly is known to lower the risk of death, especially from heart problems. But scientists have discovered that that reduction in risk may differ between the sexes, with some people rea… [+5858 chars]

Do the benefits of exercise differ by sex? The answer is yes, evidence suggests.

Live Science

Who needs more exercise: Women or men? - Live Science

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A bat at the Great Plains Zoo (GPZ) tested positive for rabies. 
In a press release, the South Dakota Department of Health reported that one bat on the zoo’s campus tested… [+1254 chars]

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A bat at the Great Plains Zoo (GPZ) tested positive for rabies. In a press release, the South Dakota Department of Health reported that one bat on the zoo’s campus tested positive for the rabies virus. The bat was found between the …

KELOLAND.com

Bat tests positive for rabies at Great Plains Zoo - KELOLAND.com

Summary: A new study has uncovered a biological link between inflammation and motivational deficits in people with schizophrenia, identifying a promising treatment target for symptoms that current me… [+6967 chars]

A new study has uncovered a biological link between inflammation and motivational deficits in people with schizophrenia, identifying a promising treatment target for symptoms that current medications fail to address.

Neurosciencenews.com

Inflammation Tied to Motivation Loss in Schizophrenia - Neuroscience News

The FDA on Friday cleared the first blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease, potentially paving the way for earlier detection and treatment of the dreaded neurological condition.
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The move potentially paves the way for earlier detection and treatment of the neurological condition.

Axios

FDA clears first blood test to diagnose Alzheimer's - Axios

Summary: Breathwork, or the practice of intentionally controlling ones breathing, has been shown to calm brain activity, reduce anxiety, and even ease symptoms of depression.
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Breathwork, or the practice of intentionally controlling one’s breathing, has been shown to calm brain activity, reduce anxiety, and even ease symptoms of depression.

Your Brain Loves Deep Breathing, Science Explains Why - Neuroscience News

Summary: A new study finds that elevated cortisol levels in midlife are linked to increased brain amyloid depositiona key marker of Alzheimers diseasespecifically in post-menopausal women. Researcher… [+8321 chars]

A new study finds that elevated cortisol levels in midlife are linked to increased brain amyloid deposition—a key marker of Alzheimer’s disease—specifically in post-menopausal women.

Midlife Cortisol Levels Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk - Neuroscience News

Summary: Infants hospitalized with severe COVID-19 mount an immune response that looks entirely different from that of adults or older children. Researchers found both interferon responses and inflam… [+9080 chars]

Infants hospitalized with severe COVID-19 mount an immune response that looks entirely different from that of adults or older children.

Babies Fight COVID Differently Than Anyone Else - Neuroscience News

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A lung cancer patient had no respiratory symptoms before his diagnosis  just an odd swelling in his fingertips.
Brian Gemmell, a fitness instructor from Scotlan… [+2571 chars]

"Go and see your doctor if you've got anything that you're concerned about – that's what a [doctor] is for," Brian Gemmell said

PEOPLE

Man Says Strange Fingernail Clue Was His Only Sign of Lung Cancer — Now, He’s Urging Others to Look Out for It Too - AOL.com

In August 2023, Chelsea Cresencia flew to New York City from California with her boyfriend, Allen Nguyen, on her first visit to the East Coast for a planned fun trip filled with good food and tourist… [+9736 chars]

The initial finding was the start of a harrowing months-long ordeal to figure out what the mass was, including a biopsy that nearly killed her.

The Washington Post

Breathlessness, nausea, a cough and a mass suggested cancer. But was it? - The Washington Post

Researchers have developed a game-changing gel that cured middle ear infections in chinchillas with just one dose, offering a potential breakthrough for infants and toddlers.
Scientists may have jus… [+4220 chars]

Say goodbye to seven days of antibiotics—this new gel cured ear infections in one dose.

SciTechDaily

One-and-Done Cure: New Gel Wipes Out Ear Infections in 24 Hours - SciTechDaily

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From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financia… [+5129 chars]

Amid the protein craze on social media, are we neglecting the need for fiber in our diets? Amber Raiken speaks with dietitians and nutritionists about how protein has dominated the conversation too much

The-independent.com

Everyone’s obsessed with protein but what we’re actually lacking is fiber - The Independent

Summary: Mindfulness is well known for its calming effects, but researchers now propose that different types of mindfulness practices may be more effective for specific types of anxiety. A new framew… [+8523 chars]

Mindfulness is well known for its calming effects, but researchers now propose that different types of mindfulness practices may be more effective for specific types of anxiety.

Calm Your Mind: Choose Mindfulness by Anxiety Type - Neuroscience News

Summary: New research suggests that personality testing could help tailor treatment for people with bipolar disorder by predicting who is more likely to experience recurrent depression or struggle wi… [+8609 chars]

New research suggests that personality testing could help tailor treatment for people with bipolar disorder by predicting who is more likely to experience recurrent depression or struggle with daily life functioning.

Personality Could Help Predict Bipolar Disorder - Neuroscience News

University of California, Los Angeles and University of California, San Diego researchers developed an injectable sealant for rapid hemostasis and tissue adhesion in soft, elastic organs.
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University of California, Los Angeles and University of California, San Diego researchers developed an injectable sealant for rapid hemostasis and tissue adhesion in soft, elastic organs.

Medical Xpress

Better than stitches: Researchers develop biocompatible patch for soft organ injuries - Medical Xpress

Summary: Alzheimers disease is traditionally seen as a brain disorder, but new research using fruit flies reveals that it also affects organs and tissues throughout the body. Scientists created an Al… [+6542 chars]

Alzheimer’s disease is traditionally seen as a brain disorder, but new research using fruit flies reveals that it also affects organs and tissues throughout the body.

Alzheimer’s Disrupts the Whole Body, Not Just the Brain - Neuroscience News

A new study published in Neuropsychopharmacology has found that inhaled N,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT), a fast-acting psychedelic compound, produced rapid and sustained antidepressant effects in people… [+9830 chars]

Vaporized DMT produced fast and lasting improvements in depression symptoms and suicidal ideation, according to a new phase 2a trial, highlighting its potential as a scalable, non-invasive alternative to conventional and long-acting psychedelic treatments for…