How short videos may be harming children’s brains
Online short-form video has shifted from a light distraction to a constant backdrop in many children’s lives. What used to fill a spare moment now shapes how young people relax, communicate and form…
Lack of time may increase the risk of dementia
A new article published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity suggests that a lack of free time — described by researchers as “time inequality” — may be associated with a higher risk of developing…
The seven symptoms that can delay brain tumour diagnosis
Everyone gets headaches. Everyone misplaces their phone or forgets a name now and then. Most of the time, these moments are harmless – the result of stress, fatigue, or just a busy mind….
New ‘molecular magnifying glass’ illuminates critical points in proteins to track Alzheimer’s disease
A team at Rice University has developed a strategy to magnify small segments of proteins within living cells. The method reveals subtle environmental changes that may signal the early stages of diseases such…
Hidden Diabetes Risk Identified by AI
A new study led by researchers at the Scripps Research Translational Institute is challenging the traditional way we diagnose and monitor type 2 diabetes. Published in Nature Medicine, the study reveals that glucose…
Implantable device may save diabetics from hypoglycemia
Anne Trafton | MIT News For people with Type 1 diabetes, developing hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is an ever-present threat. When glucose levels become extremely low, it creates a life-threatening situation for which the…
Study Reveals the Benefits of Weight Loss on Adipose Tissue
Weight loss does more than just lower the numbers on the scale. According to a study published in the journal Nature, shedding pounds triggers a profound reconfiguration of adipose tissue, directly contributing to…
Study reveals that cycling reduces risk of dementia
Choosing the bicycle as a means of transportation can be much more than a sustainable option — it can be a powerful strategy to protect brain health. A study published in the scientific…
AI Model Promises Revolution in Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s early, especially in the mild cognitive impairment (MCI) stage, can make all the difference to the quality of life of millions of people. But the task remains a major challenge: traditional…
Immunotherapy opens up new options for treating skin cancer
A new study indicates that the combination of two medications may improve the control of an aggressive type of skin cancer. The research was conducted on people with advanced-stage cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma…