Monday, December 09 2024

Why Fidgeting Bothers Some People - Neuroscience News

Summary: Misokinesia, affecting about one-third of individuals, is an aversion to repetitive bodily movements like fidgeting, causing emotional, cognitive, and physical distress. New research explore… [+4702 chars]

Mosquito-borne disease has cost the world billions, researchers say - The Washington Post

The mosquito-borne disease chikungunya has a higher global burden than previously estimated, an international team of researchers reports in BMJ Global Health. The analysis concludes that between 20… [+532 chars]

‘Won’t ever have mammograms or colonoscopy’: Woman issues warning over common healthcare procedure. Here’s what you should know - The Daily Dot

This woman is spreading unverified and harmful information about cancer screenings. More young people are getting diagnosed with cancer. A study found that the number of cases in adults under 50 is … [+3392 chars]

Could Ozempic treat addiction? - The Washington Post

In 2018, Matt Christensen kicked heroin by replacing drugs with drinking. When he stopped drinking in 2022, he turned to food. He put on 95 pounds. His doctor recommended he try Wegovy, part of a cl… [+190 chars]

Scientists Issue Warning About Perfumes - Futurism

There's a price to pay for smelling good. As the Washington Post notes in its medical column, that's because many perfumes on the market are infused with a potentially harmful chemical known as phth… [+3300 chars]

Keto diet metabolite may power up CAR T cells to kill cancer - Medical Xpress

A simple dietary supplement may provide a new approach to boost CAR T cell function, according to a study by researchers in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and Penn … [+5384 chars]

‘I’m angry’: Man shares horror story about a doctor getting his colon cancer diagnosis wrong - The Daily Dot

Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a nightmare. One man recently took to TikTok to share the heartbreaking tale of his colon cancer journey. In a viral video with over 580,000 views as of Friday mornin… [+2943 chars]

Childhood maltreatment alters serotonin and dopamine receptor systems in primates, study finds - PsyPost

A study of rhesus macaques revealed that infants who experienced higher levels of maltreatment by their mothers tended to develop into adolescents with weaker binding potential of serotonin receptors… [+4511 chars]

Scientists Built a Tiny DNA ‘Hand’ That Grabs Viruses to Stop Infections - Gizmodo

Imagine if scientists could grab virus particles the same way we pick up a tennis ball or a clementine, and prevent them from infecting cells. Well, scientists in Illinois have built a microscopic fo… [+3472 chars]

A Navy veteran thought she was having a heart attack. A trip to the emergency room found something else. - CBS News

While having an uncharacteristically quiet day at home, Navy veteran Mary Jo Burkhard began to feel strange symptoms that she thought could be signs of a heart attack.  The 71-year-old knew men and … [+5702 chars]

Neighborhood Disadvantage Linked to Cognitive Health Risks - Neuroscience News

Summary: Living in disadvantaged neighborhoods is associated with higher blood pressure and lower cognitive performance, even in individuals without mild cognitive impairment. Researchers analyzed ov… [+6968 chars]

7-Day High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan, Created by a Dietitian - EatingWell

In this seven-day high-protein, anti-inflammatory, Mediterranean diet meal plan, we map out a week of meals and snacks tailored to help reduce inflammation. To help reduce chronic inflammation, we in… [+7763 chars]

Draya Michele in Two-Piece Workout Gear Says "Tis the Season" - Celebwell

Draya Michele is looking red hot in her workout gear. In a new social media pose the Basketball Wives star shows off her super fit figure in a red exercise set. "Tis the season but the weather says o… [+3108 chars]

The Underrated Breakfast Ingredient You Should Add To Eggs For Extra Protein - Health Digest

If you're game for partnering hummus with your morning eggs, you could always take the simple route: Nibble cut-up veggies dipped in hummus between bites of eggs. (As a bonus, you'll slide more vitam… [+1147 chars]

US orders bird flu testing of national dairy supply - BBC.com

The US national milk supply will begin being tested for bird flu, according to a new federal order announced on Friday by the Department of Agriculture. As part of the mandate, entities and firms t… [+2645 chars]

More and More People Are Microdosing Ozempic - Futurism

Image bySteve Christo / Corbis via Getty / Futurism As drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy keep flying off pharmacy shelves, more and more patients are ignoring manufacturers' and medical professionals' i… [+3160 chars]

Her In-Laws Make Every Family Meal Awkward By Trying To Get Their Pescatarian Son To Eat Meat, So She Wants To Call Them Out On It - Twisted Sifter

When going to a family dinner, it can be expected that there will be multiple people with different dietary requirements. What would you do if your in-laws kept pressuring your husband to eat meat e… [+3410 chars]

For healthy aging, tend to your muscles - The Washington Post

Life can come at you fast, even at older ages. Muscles need to be ready to keep up. Thats challenging because, unfortunately beginning in our 30s and 40s, muscles get smaller and less powerful, leavi… [+9828 chars]