MEDICINE & HEALTH

Neanderthal DNA Linked to Increased Risk of "Viking Disease" in New Study

MEDICINE & HEALTH 06.19.2023 02:59 AM

Genetic risk factors for Dupuytren's disease, known as "Viking disease," were examined in over 7,000 individuals, revealing three Neanderthal-inherited factors. Read the article for full details.

Why Do We Laugh? Here's the Science Behind Chuckles and Laughter

06.18.2023 20:20 PM

The physiology of laughter is actually quite complex, as it involves various brain and body regions. Read to learn more.

Craving for Comfort Food? Here’s Why We Tend To Stress Eat and Why High-Calorie Food Is Not a Good Idea

06.18.2023 05:10 AM

When stressed, it is important to opt for healthy comfort food instead of high-calorie and high-sugar food. Read to learn more.

Fetal Development: What Happens Inside the Womb?

06.18.2023 01:42 AM

Fetal development starts from conception and goes on until the baby's delivery. The entire process is quite intricate and complicated. Read to learn more.

World’s Biggest, Heaviest Kidney Stone Removed from a Retired Sri Lankan Soldier; How Did He Develop This 800g Mass?

06.16.2023 23:17 PM

A man from Sri Lanka set the world record for having the world's biggest and heaviest kidney stone. Find out more about it in this article.

Mad Hatter Disease Explained: How Does Chronic Mercury Poisoning Lead to Neurological Disorder?

06.16.2023 11:03 AM

Although mercury is a naturally occurring element, prolonged exposure to this heavy metal causes mad hatter disease. Continue reading the article to know more.

Woman From Ireland Survives Lightning Strike; Doctor Says She’s Saved by Her Sneakers

06.16.2023 09:30 AM

A woman from Ireland was struck by lightning but she survived because she was wearing her sneakers on. Read to know what happened.

Common Gut Bacteria Could Play a Role in the Development of Endometriosis, Study Reveals

06.16.2023 06:26 AM

Knowing more about the role of this common gut bacteria in endometriosis could reveal more about the condition's development and how it can be treated. Read to learn more.

Why Do Some Babies Sleep Through The Night And Others Don't?

06.15.2023 11:50 AM

There are lots of reasons that your baby's not yet sleeping through the night, and we cover the most common ones below. It's vital, however, to let your intuition guide you: if your instincts are pinging, speak with your doctor or healthcare practitioner to check there's not an underlying issue that's disturbing your baby's sleep.

Neti Pot COVID Rinse: Is Nasal Irrigation Effective in Flushing Out Congestion?

06.15.2023 11:40 AM

Experts investigate if flushing out of nasal passages is effective in reducing the symptoms of severe COVID-19. Find out more about it in this article.

Why Do Snakes Eat Themselves: 5 Reasons They Do

06.15.2023 11:30 AM

Snakes eat themselves for a number of reasons. Read the article to know why they do. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Rushenb) Why Do Snakes Eat Themselves? 5 Possible Reasons They Do There are instances when snakes eat themselves.

Women With Multiple Sclerosis Show Temporary Improvement During Pregnancy; Researchers Investigate the Mechanism of This Autoimmune Disease

06.15.2023 11:00 AM

Researchers discovered that women who suffers from the autoimmune disease called multiple sclerosis get better during pregnancy. Find out why in this article.

Ideal Strategies To Work With Developmentally Disabled Individuals

06.15.2023 10:09 AM

Unfortunately, if you are not equipped to work with them, the experience can be quite frustrating for you but mostly for them. If you are having a developmentally disabled person come into your life and have no clue how to work with them, this guide offers ideal strategies that you can borrow, so keep reading.

Man From Argentina Died Hours After Receiving Toothache Treatment, Doctor’s Malpractice May Have Caused ‘Acute Pulmonary Edema’

06.15.2023 09:30 AM

A man was hospitalized after suffering from an intense toothache, but he later died after receiving treatment. Continue reading to know the full story.

Observing Natural Behavior of Mice With Machine Learning as a New Approach in Neurological Experiments on Animals

06.15.2023 09:00 AM

A different approach in mice experiments was used by neuroscientists where natural behavior is studied along with the use of machine learning. Find out more about it in this article.

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