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Your brain makes insulin—the same insulin produced by your pancreas. The same insulin that is not produced in people with type 1 diabetes and the same insulin that does not work properly in people with type 2 diabetes.

You stayed up too late scrolling through your phone, answering emails or watching just one more episode. The next morning, you feel groggy and irritable. That sugary pastry or greasy breakfast sandwich suddenly looks more appealing than your usual yogurt and berries. By the afternoon, chips or candy from the break room call your name. This isn’t just about willpower. Your brain, short on rest, is nudging you toward quick, high-calorie fixes.

Accidents occurring in the home are a substantial cause of non-fatal injuries requiring medical care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)—with women disproportionately affected, a new study reveals.

Helping certified nursing assistants advance their careers could fight burnout, high turnover

A new COVID-19 variant that led to a spike in hospital cases across parts of Asia may now account for more than one‐third of all COVID cases in the U.S., health officials say.

In a study that holds significance for individuals with cerebrovascular disease, scientists from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine), have found proteins in the blood that predict future cognitive decline and dementia.

Therapy is a well-tested approach to helping people with mental health challenges, yet research shows that nearly 50% of individuals who could benefit from therapeutic services are unable to reach them.

Parents, take note: Bugaboo is recalling more than 18,000 of its Giraffe high chairs following reports of the legs separating from the frame. The issue could cause babies to fall and get hurt.

If you start reading the labels of the various milks at the supermarket, you’ll quickly find different fat levels, added nutrients like calcium, lactose-free options, milk from goats or sheep, and ones made from plants.

A new study has revealed large differences in attitudes toward various types of drugs, with a growing acceptance of psychedelics and strong negative feelings toward more traditional illicit drugs.