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Does the Brain Need Idle Time?
A rehabilitation theory suggests that spending leisure time in nature can rescue the brain from chronic stress.
The brain, the hardest-working organ in our body, operates 24/7…
AI-Powered Stethoscope Detects Heart Disease in 15 Seconds
A Revolutionary Medical Tool
Researchers in the United Kingdom have developed an artificial intelligence–powered stethoscope that can help doctors identify three major heart…
What to Eat for a Better Night’s Sleep
Most people know that eating a heavy meal late at night can disturb sleep. But research shows that both what we eat and when we eat can make a big difference to how well we rest.…
Farewell to the “Bitter Aftertaste”: Artificial Sweeteners May Soon Taste Just Like Sugar
Popular artificial sweeteners such as saccharin and acesulfame potassium have long suffered from a major drawback: while they deliver an immediate burst of sweetness, they leave…
Effects of Climate Change on the Human Nervous System
Doctors warn that the problems faced today by people with neurological disorders could, in the future, also affect healthy individuals due to global warming.
A…
“Should Everyone Be Taking Vitamin Supplements? Evaluating Evidence, Risks, and Benefits”
Vitamin supplements are often promoted as an efficient way to compensate for dietary deficiencies. Yet, while the global market is valued at $32.7 billion (£24.2 billion), with…
The Unexpected Ways Food Interferes With Drug Effectiveness
Occasionally, the food we eat can interfere with how drugs are supposed to work. Scientists are now trying to harness these effects to boost the efficacy of treatments.
It was an…
New Chinese Virus or Chikungunya Fever
New Chinese Virus or Chikungunya Fever
Chikungunya virus enters the human body through the bite of a mosquito and causes illness characterized by fever and joint pain. The virus…
Emergency Warns of Deepening Health Crisis in Afghanistan
Four years after the government’s collapse and the withdrawal of foreign troops, millions in Afghanistan remain without essential healthcare, as economic breakdown, restrictions on…
Malaria Still a Major Public Health Concern in Afghanistan
KABUL — Malaria continues to pose a significant public health challenge in Afghanistan, with more than 50,000 confirmed cases reported across public and private health facilities…