Acquired Savant Syndrome Cases: What's This and How Do People Get This?

Medicine & Technology Dec 23, 2023

Check out this article to meet real-life acquired savant syndrome cases and learn how they suddenly become geniuses in arts, music, and math

Who Determines the Sex of the Baby? Is It the Mother or Father?

Dec 29, 2023

A baby's sex is determined by the 23rd pair of chromosomes, but is it the mother or father who plays a major role in this? Read to learn more.

Top Scientific Breakthroughs of Science Times 2023

Dec 31, 2023

From the development of the human pangenome to the approval of the first RSV vaccine for pregnant women, the field of science has seen several breakthroughs this 2023. Read to learn more.

Vadoma Tribe Feet: How Did a Group of Africans Get Ostrich Foot Syndrome?

Dec 31, 2023

The Vadoma tribe in Zimbabwe are known to be "ostrich people" due to how several tribe members are born with just two toes on each foot. Read to learn more.

Daydreaming Boosts Memory and Learning in Mice, Harvard Study Suggests

Dec 19, 2023

Harvard research indicates daydreaming in mice rewires brains, fostering memory and learning. Continue reading to learn more about the benefits of daydreaming.

Foreign Accent Syndrome: Is It Possible to Have a Sudden Change to Speech?

Dec 19, 2023

Cases have been reported worldwide regarding native speakers of a language who suddenly change their speech. Read the article to find out more.

Psilocybin Tapped as Potential Long-Term Relief from Chronic Pain by Altering Neural Connections, Study Reveals

Dec 19, 2023

Psilocybin, a component in magic mushrooms, shows promise in treating chronic pain by reshaping the brain. Continue reading to learn more details.

The Dangers of Hantavirus and How to Prevent Hantavirus Spread in Your Home

Dec 19, 2023

Pest-related health threats encompass a range of risks. Rodents and insects can transmit diseases and pose potential hazards to human well-being. One of the potential diseases transmitted by rodents is the 'Hantavirus,' and understanding its risks and taking preventive measures is crucial for safeguarding public health. Proactive measures are important to prevent the spread of these rodent-transmitted diseases. Unfortunately, sometimes that isn't enough, and you may experience a rat infestation in your home or workspace. If this happens, you need to know the proper steps to take to avoid contracting Hantavirus, a sometimes fatal disease.

Drug-Resistant Candida Auris Is on the Rise Worldwide; Super Fungus May Have Emerged Due to Global Warming

Dec 19, 2023

An emerging fungal pathogen resistant to many antimicrobial agents continues to threaten U.S. public health. Learn more about it in this article.

Binge Drinking: How Does It Affect Your Body?

Dec 19, 2023

The effects of binge drinking can stretch from the short to long run—and they aren't quite good. Read to learn more.

Children's Eyes May Contain Hints of Autism Spectrum Disorder; Study Reveals Retinal Photographs Could Be Viable For Screening Procedures

Dec 18, 2023

The trained deep learning AI model used in the study was able to identify whether the person had or did not have autism based on retinal photographs alone. Read to learn more.

Can Someone Get Allergic to Water? Exploring the Causes and Symptoms of Aquagenic Urticaria

Dec 18, 2023

Some people were reported to have developed rashes upon contact with water, in a condition known as aquagenic urticaria. Learn more about it in this article.

What Disease Do Armadillos Carry? Experts Address Theory These Mammals Spread Leprosy

Dec 18, 2023

Experts have different opinions about the armadillos' role in the spread of leprosy. Continue reading to learn more.

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Vaccine Shows Promising Results During Clinical Trial

Dec 18, 2023

A new treatment for aggressive triple-negative breast cancer could be on the way after a promising result was observed in a clinical trial.

Long COVID in Africa Accounts For Nearly 50% of Those Who Contracted the Virus, Comprehensive Review Reveals

Dec 18, 2023

The incidence rates of long COVID in Africa greatly exceed the global estimates of the condition. Read to learn more.