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Man sneezes so hard his guts come out. Baffled doctors manage to save him

A man's violent sneeze caused his intestines to protrude through a surgical site, leading to an emergency operation.

Could autism be linked to gut microbes— and can we use poop for diagnosis?

The link between autism and gut organisms seems to be stronger than we thought.

Discovering new anti-aging secrets from the world's longest-living vertebrate

Greenland sharks could hold the secret to better cardiovascular health.

Why the Dutch are the tallest people on Earth

he average Dutch man is 9% taller today than 200 years ago, but today’s Dutch children are shorter than their parents.

The Sonoran Desert Toad's Psychedelic Secrets Could Be The Mental Health Breakthrough We've Been Waiting For

The compound stands out for its quick and potent psychedelic effects. Can lab formulations help improve mental health?

Archaeologists unearth 500-year-old skeletons of Inca toddlers with smallpox

These children are South America's earliest known victims of a deadly bone infection caused by the smallpox virus.

Classical composer Ludwig van Beethoven was full of heavy metal

Scientists reveal lead toxicity was a key factor in Beethoven's health issues.

Food Companies Intentionally Make Their Products Addictive -- And It's Making Us Sick

Foods with unnaturally high levels of sugar and salt keep Americans snacking their way to obesity.

Why More Girls Are Experiencing Early Periods and Irregular Cycles Than Ever in the U.S.

Early and irregular periods shouldn't be ignored. They could be a warning signs of something bad in the future.

ChatGPT discriminates against CVs that imply a disability

We're blindly using AI in more and more fields — but we don't really understand the consequences.

We may soon have a working HIV vaccine

This could be a turning point in our battle against the disease.

Are Pets Really Good for Your Health? This Psychologist Isn't Convinced

Research suggesting that pet ownership improves health is largely funded by the pet care industry. Does that matter?

Psychedelics May Alleviate Death Anxiety by Shifting Beliefs

New study suggests psychedelics might reduce fear of death through altering metaphysical beliefs.

Neanderthal interbreeding might have made humans more prone to autism

Neanderthal genes from ancient interbreeding may increase our susceptibility to autism.

There are probably microplastics in your penis

No escape from microplastics.

Honeybees can smell lung cancer on your breath

Bees are so good they can not only detect lung cancer but also distinguish between different types.

Wild chimpanzees use medicinal plants to treat ailments

Their knowledge of specific plants with medicinal properties is stunning.

Beer could get new flavors from exotic yeasts in Patagonia

Lager beers are usually pretty limited. They may now get much more interesting.

A painless microneedle patch reverses hair loss in mice. Can it work in humans?

A high-tech targeted treatment may reverse hair loss due to alopecia.

Can an AI trainer help bring robotic exoskeletons to the masses?

AI could help train exoskeletons adapt to individual users quicker and more reliably.

There are actually 6 types of depression and anxiety. Each should be treated differently

These insights promise tailored treatments for better psychiatric results.

How to be more likeable, according to science: make more expressions

How much does your face move around when you talk to people?

You can literally hear the sound of silence, surprising study says

Silence is not just the absence of sound.

Ancient Syrians' nutrition looked a lot like the modern Mediterranean diet

This "new" diet has been around for thousands of years.

Most Adults Under 75 Don't Need Extra Vitamin D. Here's What The Latest Guidelines Say

These new guidelines may be surprising for some.

Scientists Might Have Unlocked the Biological Secret to Why Women Live Longer Than Men

There are now good reasons to believe that simply being born a biological male inherently comes with a shorter lifespan.

Slight genetic tweak can increase sugarcane yield by almost 20%

Researchers fine-tuned the leaf angle of sugarcane plants — and the results were striking.

Astronaut kidneys might not survive a mission to Mars

"I’d say that while an astronaut could make it to Mars they might need dialysis on the way back," researchers said.

Moderna's flu + Covid jab produces "higher immune response" than two separate shots

Our long-term fight against viruses continues — but we're getting new weapons.

Scientists find microplastics in every semen sample they've tested

The findings underscore the potential peril of plastic pollution for male fertility and human health.

Scientists discover gene for trust – here’s how it could be linked to good health

A gene can help explain why people who easily trust others have better health.

The Evolution of Carrot Colors: A Genetic and Cultural Odyssey

From ancient Arab cultivators to Dutch breeders, the history of carrots spans continents and centuries, transforming this humble root into a global culinary staple.

Meet the Syndrome That Makes You Drunk Without Drinking: The Mysterious Case of Auto-Brewery Syndrome

For patients with Auto-Brewery Syndrome, a simple lunch can result in unintended intoxication

Using AI for breast cancer screenings can help both patients and radiologists

Breast cancer screenings are taking a toll on radiologists. Here is how AI can reduce their workload and help patients.

AI Reveals Nearly One Million Potential Antibiotics to Fight Drug-Resistant Superbugs

Researchers identify over 800,000 antimicrobial peptides using AI.

This Velcro-like Antibiotic Could Be the Key to Defeating Superbugs

New study reveals how an antibiotic can trap pathogenic bacteria like velcro.

New lung cancer drug results are so good it's "off the charts"

This is a very exciting result in our fight against cancer.

Tattoo ink may cause blood cancer. Inked people have a 21% higher risk of lymphoma

Did you know tattooed people have a 21 percent higher chance of developing lymphoma?

US Renewable energy: over $80 billion a year in health and climate benefits

People focus on the difficulties and challenges. But it's important to acknowledge when something is working.

First ‘Bilingual’ Brain-Reading Device Decodes Spanish and English

Researchers have used a brain implant and AI to decode and communicate the thoughts of a bilingual person who cannot speak, translating brain activity into Spanish and English in real-time.

4,000-year-old Egyptian skulls reveal earliest attempt to surgically treat cancer

Treating cancer was beyond the capabilities of physicians from antiquity, but they still tried their best.

Scientists identify likely origin of stuttering in the brain. What does this mean for improving speech?

This opens the door for targeted treatments, including the kind involving zapping the brain.

Ozempic babies: Here is why weight-loss drugs are causing so many miracle pregnancies

Even women who have been infertile for years have become pregnant after taking these drugs.

Technology is revolutionizing healthcare -- but we need to be mindful of risks

For years, remote healthcare, also known as telehealth or telemedicine, was considered “around the corner” or “coming soon”. But when COVID-19 hit, it surged to the forefront of the medical industry. Propelled by technological advancements and changing societal needs, telemedicine has brought a revolution and reshaped patient-provider interactions. But it’s also brought a new set […]

Why older adults are getting smarter than before: insights from new research

The cognitive gap between generations is narrowing.

3,200-year-old Mesopotamian tablets of Assyrian warriors haunted by ghosts document the earliest known cases of PTSD

The specters of war have haunted soldiers since humans first waged war on one another.

From forgetting your keys to ADHD: The surprising science behind memory

Research into how the human brain stores information could lead to treatments for people who struggle with everyday tasks.

This scientist stepped on 40,000 deadly snakes to provoke a bite. Here's what he learned

This scientist is built different.

New clues may finally explain how general anesthesia silences the brain

How exactly do anaesthetic drugs shut down the brain? We still don’t have a complete picture, but a new study just got us a step closer.

Scientists revive frozen brain tissue even after 18 months. But cryogenics is still a billionaire's pipe dream

Scientists successfully revive frozen brain tissue, paving the way for advanced neurological research.

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