Cart is empty New research from CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, has unveiled the power of personalized goal-setting for achieving sustained weight loss as Australians set health resolutions for the new year.
hMPV may be spreading in China. Here’s what to know about this virus—and why it’s not cause for alarm
Five years on from the first news of COVID, recent reports of an obscure respiratory virus in China may understandably raise concerns.
What is reformer pilates? And is it worth the cost?
Reformer pilates is steadily growing in popularity, with new studios opening regularly in major cities all over the world.
First US death from bird flu reported in Louisiana
A Louisiana resident has died after being hospitalized with bird flu in December of last year, marking the first known U.S. death from the virus.
Understanding accelerated reproductive aging and mental well-being in females
New research from the University of Liverpool illustrates how accelerated reproductive aging in females (e.g., early puberty or early menopause) is linked to experiences of mental health challenges.
Computer simulations detail ‘protein clumps’ linked to Huntington’s disease
University of Bergen researcher Markus Miettinen is among the first scientists to provide a detailed description of protein clumps associated with Huntington’s disease. The findings, which could pave the way for new diagnostic tools and treatments, were recently presented in an article in Nature Communications.
Can apps and digital resources support your child with autism or ADHD? Here’s what to look for
Neurodevelopmental conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism affect about 1 in 10 children. These conditions impact development, behavior and well-being.
Researchers identify public policies that work to prevent suicide
An analysis led by New York University researchers determines which public policies effectively prevent suicide deaths in the United States. But it’s not just policies that limit firearms and expand access to health care—many economic and social policies that are not explicitly focused on mental health can also prevent suicide, according to their article published in the Annual Review of Public Health.
Adding electrical brain stimulation to ACL reconstruction recovery therapy
Electrical brain stimulation could be the key to getting athletes back on track following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has shown.
Astrocytes’ hidden potential: Cross-species study reveals new insights into spinal cord injury repair
Spinal cord injury (SCI) remains one of the most devastating medical conditions, severely impacting quality of life and often leading to permanent disability. The central nervous system (CNS) has a limited capacity for regeneration, which poses a significant challenge in treating SCI, since recovery becomes increasingly difficult once the spinal cord is damaged.