Health

For decades, scientists have believed that mapping the intricate connectivity of the human brain is necessary to understand how the structured patterns of activity defining our thoughts, feelings, and behavior emerge. However, a new study challenges this conventional wisdom by revealing structured patterns of activity across nearly the entire brain that relate to thoughts and

Jo Cameron, a 75-year-old Scottish woman, has never experienced significant pain throughout her life. Even childbirth and major surgeries failed to cause any discomfort to her. According to an interview with the BBC in 2019, Cameron only knows her skin is burning if she smells or sees it. She has a rare genetic mutation called

Losing weight is a common goal for many individuals. However, the approach to weight loss is often debated. While some prefer to lose weight quickly, others believe slow and steady is the way to go. Expert guidelines typically recommend slower weight loss for the treatment of obesity, as fast weight loss is more likely to

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects a significant portion of the population. Although estimates vary from 10-60 percent, it is clear that insomnia is linked to several long-term health issues such as depression and cardiovascular disease. A recent study has found that insomniacs may inadvertently worsen their condition by engaging in clock-watching or time-monitoring

The UK is now facing the same public health disaster that has affected the US and Canada, with the spread of the flesh-rotting “zombie drug” xylazine in drug overdoses. A toxicology report showed that a man from Solihull, England, died from the effects of xylazine, heroin, fentanyl, and cocaine. Xylazine is a veterinary drug used

Torpor is a state in which some mammals and birds reduce their body temperature and metabolic rate to safely sleep through tough times. Although humans do not naturally enter torpor, scientists have been intrigued by the idea of inducing torpor in humans to help some of them with life-threatening diseases or long space missions. A

Researchers in the field of neuroscience and psychology have been studying ways to improve cognitive function for several decades. The ability to enhance attention, memory, and other mental capabilities can have significant implications in high-stakes environments, such as air traffic control, or for individuals with neuropsychiatric conditions, like dementia. One emerging technology that has recently

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) has emerged as a non-invasive treatment for depression, but scientists have never been sure how it works. A new study has revealed that TMS can reverse brain signals that are going in the wrong direction. The research team behind the study has claimed that these neural streams of activity, going in

Adenomyosis is a chronic condition that affects the uterus and causes symptoms such as irregular and heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pain. Despite affecting as many as one in five women, it is still relatively unheard of. This article aims to shed light on the condition and provide information on its causes, diagnosis, and treatment.

Scientists have discovered a new type of brain cell that increases appetite in mice even when their bodies are satiated, according to a recent study. The research, conducted by an international team of scientists, found an abundance of neuropeptide Y neurons in a part of the brain’s hypothalamus called the arcuate nucleus. These neurons produce

While going for a run can trigger a runner’s high for some people, others may experience a headache instead. Exercise-induced headaches or exertion headaches were first described in 1968. These headaches occur during or after an intense period of physical activity, such as running, sneezing, heavy lifting, or sex. The symptoms of exertion headaches can

A study led by researchers from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) has shown promise for a pair of implants that could transform the lives of individuals with paralysis. The study involved a 40-year-old man named Gert-Jan, who had been paralyzed by a biking accident over a decade ago. Gert-Jan had regained some

Surgical incisions are an essential aspect of wound healing, but not all incisions are the same. While a straight cut may be preferred by some, a zig-zagging path can reduce scar tissue, making it a preferred method for some cosmetic procedures. A recent study by researchers at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has found

A recent study by researchers from the University of Michigan in the US has found that fruit flies tricked into feeling hungry end up living longer even when they eat plenty of calories. The findings suggest that the perception of insatiable hunger alone can trigger the anti-aging effects of intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting has become

A recent study by a group of international researchers has revealed that toxic substances from gut bacteria can interfere with the functioning of fat cells and contribute to obesity. The study’s findings could help in the development of new treatments for excessive and dangerous weight gain in the future. According to the researchers, these toxic