New brain scans may help unravel a fundamental mystery about how our memory works on a day-to-day basis.Similar to how a movie is divided into scenes, our brains organize our memories of each day into segments — separating when...
It's the last day of Amazon Prime Day and if you're looking for a new Fitbit on sale there's a good chance there's a model for you. Still, you might find it cheaper at comPetitor stores like Walmart, at least if our deal-finding skills...
In just a few years, brand-name injectable drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound have rocketed to fame as billion-dollar annual sellers for weight loss as well as to control blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of...
Two scientists have been award the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discovery of microRNA. Victor Ambros, professor of molecular medicine at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, and Gary Ruvkun,...
When it comes to weight loss, walking is a widely embraced form of exercise that offers numerous health benefits. A common question among those considering walking as part of their fitness regimen is whether it’s more effective...
Years ago, Dr. Mark Eisenberg, a cardiologist at McGill University in Canada, recommended that one of his patients—a smoker who’d tried everything to quit but still couldn’t—try vaping instead. It worked; his patient kicked...
A test that uses cells from the inside of your cheek may accurately predict the risk of death within the upcoming year, new research hints.This study, published Oct. 1 in the journal Frontiers in Aging, offers promising support for...
Scientists have fixed a hole in a monkey's retina with a patch derived from human stem cells.This feat — described in a study published Oct. 3 in the journal Stem Cell Reports — is a step forward in retinal transplantation....
The air quality in the City Hall subway station in downtown Philadelphia is much worse than on the sidewalks directly above the station. That is a key finding of our new study published in the Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental...
A new analysis of acne creams and cleansers found dozens, including popular products like Proactiv and Clearasil, contain high levels of a chemical linked to cancer. The findings confirm some of an earlier study that received criticism...
Edibles aren’t just for weed anymore. There’s a growing market for gummies, chocolates, and other products that claim to contain psychedelic mushrooms and promise consumers a new—and legal—way to get high.Psilocybin, the best-known...
RNA, a molecular cousin of DNA, was thrust into the spotlight as the basis of the world's first-ever COVID-19 vaccines. Two key developers of the tech behind the shots won a Nobel prize for their efforts in 2023.Now, one of those Nobel...
Physiology or medicine was the third prize area Alfred Nobel mentioned in his will laying out his wishes for the Nobel Prize. In 2024, the prize came with an award of 11 million Swedish krona, equivalent to $1.06 million.Here are the...
There are no shortage of reasons for women to feel shame in our over-exposed, image-obsessed world: We’re shamed for being too fat and too thin, for being too sexual or not sexually available enough. Women are shamed for choosing...
Maybe you had a bad experience with your last Pap smear and you’re wary of going back to the ob-gyn. Or maybe you’ve never had one before and are scared to make the appointment. It’s understandable to feel anxiety about women’s...
Human life expectancy is increasing at a slower rate than it did in the 20th century, a new study of 10 wealthy countries hints.During the 20th century, improvements in public health and medicine resulted in "radical life extension":...
Two scientists have won the 2024 Nobel prize in physiology or medicine for their discovery of a class of tiny molecules called microRNAs, which play a crucial role in switching genes on and off.Victor Ambros, a professor at the University...
What would you guess are the two biggest killers in the world? Based on media coverage, maybe you guessed gun violence, accidents or COVID-19. But the top two killers are actually cardiovascular disease and cancer. These two diseases...
Imagine you're exercising outside on a hot day. You're drenched in sweat, and the feeling of thirst begins to overwhelm you. You take out your water bottle and swallow your first big gulp — and your body immediately fills with...
Yoga practitioners know that poses like downward-facing dog, warrior, bridge, and others can improve flexibility, reduce stress, and build strength in your body. Face yoga can offer similar benefits for your complexion. Face yoga—including...
This year's flu shot lowers the chance of being hospitalized for flu by 35% among high-risk groups, data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests.The new data, published Oct. 3 in the CDC's Morbidity...
