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Puberty Brain Shift May Explain Autism in Genetic Disorder - Neuroscience News

Researchers have identified changes in brain connectivity before and after puberty that may explain why some children with chromosome 22q11.2 deletion syndrome are more susceptible to autism and schizophrenia.

Man’s seemingly harmless mistake after a night of drinking led to acute heart failure - New York Post

When a man woke up with a swollen face after drinking, he thought it was just a hangover. In reality, it was a warning sign of a rare heart condition that nearly killed him.

Prepare your pets for warmer weather with these flea, tick and allergy medications - Fox News

Spring means fleas, ticks and mosquitoes are on the rise. Protect your pets with over-the-counter medications and treats.

New Genes Linked to Parkinson’s Risk Revealed - Neuroscience News

Researchers have long wondered why some people with high-risk Parkinson’s gene variants develop the disease while others don’t.

How Childhood Abuse Impacts Parental Empathy - Neuroscience News

A new study sheds light on how childhood maltreatment can lead to impaired empathy and increased risk of child abuse in adulthood.

Predatory journals even worse since "Get Me Off Your F*ck*ng Mailing List" was accepted for publication - Boing Boing

The 2005 paper repeats the phrase “Get me off your fucking mailing list” for ten pages. The authors are still on the mailing list.

What Autistic Women Want You to Know About Motherhood - Neuroscience News

New research highlights the unique challenges and needs faced by autistic women during motherhood, including late diagnoses and a lack of professional understanding.

Low-calorie Mediterranean diet may aid weight loss, bone density - Medical News Today

Following a low-calorie Mediterranean diet coupled with physical activity may help reduce weight loss and bone density decline in older women who have metabolic syndrome and obesity, a new study finds.

A Sprinkle of Artificial Sweetener Could Help Battle Drug-Resistant Bacteria - ScienceAlert

While the health effects of artificial sweeteners are still up for debate, a new study suggests they might also be a surprising weapon in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

7-Day No-Sugar, Anti-Inflammatory Meal Plan for Beginners, Created by a Dietitian - EatingWell

This easy dietitian-created plan prioritizes anti-inflammatory foods like produce, legumes and healthy fats and avoids added sugar for a balanced week of eating.

Acute and chronic stress have markedly different impacts on neural repair in a depression-linked brain region - Medical Xpress

Researchers at Zhejiang University found that acute stress increases natural repair mechanisms in the brain, while chronic stress suppresses them. Autophagy was most affected in the lateral habenula, a brain region linked to emotional regulation. Several anti…

4 Ways To Make Your Daily Walk More Effective - HuffPost

Plus, why you should be aiming for at least 5,000 steps a day.

4 Things to Do Before 9 A.M. If You’re Trying to Lose Weight, According to Dietitians - EatingWell

Learn dietitian-approved morning habits for weight loss, like drinking water, eating a high-protein breakfast, exercising and getting enough sleep.

Microplastics Are Everywhere—Here's How to Limit Them in Your Food - EatingWell

Microplastics enter our food through contaminated water or soil or through food packaging, and this is leading to plastic accumulations in our brains. While it’s still not clear what this buildup means for our health, there are steps we can take to reduce our…

Teenager diagnosed with irreversible Popcorn Lungs: What is it? Symptoms, causes, and how to stay safe - Times of India

American teens face vaping dangers. Brianne Cullen, a 17-year-old, got popcorn lung. Vaping caused her breathing issues. Doctors say it is due to chem

How climate change is supercharging pollen allergies - BBC

Seasonal allergy sufferers are being hit with more pollen over a longer season due to rising temperatures alongside extreme allergy events like thunderstorm asthma.

A Safer Opioid Alternative: New Drug Offers Pain Relief Without Dangerous Side Effects - SciTechDaily

UF scientists have developed a compound that safely activates delta opioid receptors, offering pain relief without opioid-like side effects. University of Florida researchers have helped identify a new drug compound that selectively activates pain-regulating …

Reasons your blood sugar level is high despite quitting refined sugar - The Indian Express

Cut sugar but still have high blood sugar? Experts explain hidden carbs, stress, sleep, and underlying conditions impacting glucose levels. Learn how to manage it effectively.

4 Simple Lifestyle Changes Longevity Doctor Made to Lose 50 Pounds - Business Insider

Creating A Somatosensory Pathway From Human Stem Cells - Hackaday

Human biology is very much like that of other mammals, and yet so very different in areas where it matters. One of these being human neurology, with aspects like the human brain and the somatosenso…