Monday, May 12 2025

Can living near golf courses give you Parkinson's? New study reveals how - Times of India

Parkinsons disease represents the worlds second most prevalent neurodegenerative condition, following Alzheimers disease. This progressive disorder leads to gradual damage in the brain, which ultimat… [+5152 chars]

New Study Reveals an Easier Alternative to Intermittent Fasting - ScienceAlert

Intermittent fasting is not only a useful tool for weight loss, it's also shown to have many benefits for metabolic health independent of weight loss. Yet many people may find intermittent fasting to… [+5132 chars]

7-Day No-Sugar Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan for Weight Loss, Created by a Dietitian - EatingWell

The Mediterranean diet is consistently praised for its health benefits. Research links this healthy eating style to a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and even some cancers.1 But you ma… [+8228 chars]

Measles outbreak surpasses 1,000 cases for the first time in 30 years - New York Post

The country’s measles outbreak has surpassed 1,000 cases for the first time in 30 years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed this week. The data, which is based on confirmed meas… [+2456 chars]

Potential measles exposure at Eisenhower Airport, Hutchinson Library and auto shop in SW Kansas - KWCH

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is warning of three locations where people may have potentially been exposed to measles in early May. KDHE says those lo… [+1198 chars]

The FDA approves first U.S. at-home tool as a Pap-smear alternative - NPR

The Food and Drug administration has approved the U.S.'s first at-home alternative to the Pap smear, a procedure generations of women have dreaded and often found painful. The new device by Teal Hea… [+2021 chars]

New findings suggest Alzheimer's may be reversible in some patients - WKRC

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A new study from Harvard suggests that some Alzheimer's patients may be able to reverse the effects of the disease through some unexpected methods. The study, published in Alzhei… [+2037 chars]

Protein discovered that boosts lifespan, muscle, and brain power with just one dose - Earth.com

Most people worry about the gradual loss of stamina, strength, and mental sharpness that comes with aging. Scientists have been exploring new ideas to tackle these concerns and increase not just our … [+4741 chars]

'Dark photon' theory of light aims to take down the famous double-slit experiment, upending quantum physics - Earth.com

For centuries, most scientists have shared the belief that light behaves as both a wave and a particle. This idea, then, became the central component to quantum theory, sprouting the field of science… [+5963 chars]

Study finds striking differences in life expectancy across U.S. states - The Brighter Side of News

Life expectancy in the United States varies dramatically based on where someone lives. A groundbreaking study by researchers at the Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) examined more than 179 million … [+4915 chars]

My Husband Played a Terrifying Prank on Me. So I’ve Figured Out the Perfect Way to Retaliate. - Slate Magazine

How to Do It is Slates sex advice column. Have a question? Send it to Jessica and Rich here. Its anonymous! Dear How to Do It, My husband recently played a horrible prank on me. Several nights ago,… [+2920 chars]

Heavy Social Media Use Linked to Believing and Spreading Fake News - Neuroscience News

Summary: Individuals who experience high levels of distress and functional impairment from excessive social media use are significantly more likely to believe fake news and interact with it. Research… [+6713 chars]

Scientists Discover Hidden Cause of Alzheimer’s Hiding in Plain Sight - SciTechDaily

A new study by UC San Diego researchers has shown that the gene PHGDH, once considered only a biomarker for Alzheimer’s, actually plays a direct causal role by disrupting gene regulation in the brain… [+8305 chars]

Your Brain Maps Actions Like It Maps Space - Neuroscience News

Summary: A new study shows that the human brain organizes action-outcome associations in cognitive maps, much like how it maps physical space for navigation. These action maps are formed in the hippo… [+6204 chars]

AI Tool Reads Faces to Predict Health, Aging, and Cancer Outcomes - Neuroscience News

Summary: Researchers have developed an AI tool called FaceAge that uses facial photos to estimate biological age and predict survival outcomes in cancer patients. In a study involving over 6,000 pati… [+9636 chars]

Okra and Fenugreek Extracts Safely Remove Microplastics From Water in New Texas Research - Good News Network

Okra plant By Mae Monares The substances behind the slimy strings from okra and the gel from fenugreek seeds could trap microplastics better than a commonly used synthetic polymer. Texas researcher… [+3100 chars]

Anti-ageing brain diet: Doctor reveals the best 6 antioxidant-rich plants to keep your mind sharp - Hindustan Times

Keeping your mind sharp is not just about brain games and good sleep, it is also about what you put on your plate. According to health experts, a diet rich in antioxidant-packed plant foods can prote… [+3525 chars]