MEDICINE & HEALTH

Science Times - Elder people who retain sense of smell are at less risk of dementia

Elderly Who Retain Sense of Smell Are at Lower Risk of Dementia

MEDICINE & HEALTH 07.27.2020 10:40 AM

Seniors who can literally smell the roses, as well as other scents, might be at less risk of developing dementia, a new study suggests.

Italian Island Mysteriously Spared from COVID-19

07.27.2020 10:20 AM

Experts are baffled how an island in Italy, one of the countries with record-high coronavirus cases, could have been spared from the deadly virus. Could genes have something to do with this mystery or was it pure luck?

4 Benefits of Plant Therapy at Home

07.27.2020 09:40 AM

Horticulture therapy, or plant therapy, has been widely accepted since the 1940s. Promoting calmness and relaxation, spending time and caring for nature, as well as growing your own food, are a few of the benefits that people can gain from plant therapy at home.

Magic or Science? The Secret of Card Tricks Finally Revealed

07.27.2020 09:00 AM

Almost everyone is amazed by the card tricks often pulled by magicians. However, experts claim that magic tricks are not magic at all. Chances are, people watching the magic trick may just be "primed" to make decisions that will arrive in the result that the magician wanted. Hence, the term "magic trick".

Nature World News - Animal Instinct Reveals the Importance of Physical Distancing During a Viral Outbreak

[WATCH] Animal Instinct Reveals the Importance of Physical Distancing During a Viral Outbreak

07.27.2020 08:40 AM

Social connections are an essential part of humanity and animals alike. Lobsters, mandrills, and ants alter their behavior when faced with a viral outbreak.

Men With Higher Income May Face Greater Risk of High Blood Pressure

07.27.2020 08:00 AM

Men with higher income are facing greater risks of hypertension, or high blood pressure, according to a new study presented at the 84th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Japanese Circulation Society.

COVID-19 May Also Cause Loss of Hearing Even to Asymptomatic Patients, Study Says

07.27.2020 07:40 AM

A lot of studies suggest that COVID-19 might be linked to hearing problems ecven to those asymptomatic individuals. But, does COVId-19 really cause hearing problems?

Public Restrooms Are Evolving Due to COVID-19

07.27.2020 07:00 AM

Public spaces and businesses are continually working on the safety of people, especially in public toilets. Bathroom companies are also developing ways to ensure this safety such as eliminating toilet plumes, or the potentially harmful droplets that spread after flushing.

How Does Bacteria Behave in Space?

07.27.2020 06:20 AM

Research has revealed that the unique environment of space allows bacteria to grow in more harmful ways than how they thrive on Earth. On the contrary, the development of drug treatments in space also has its benefits thanks to microgravity.

Oral Health and Quality of Life

07.25.2020 12:57 PM

In recent years, discussion on oral health has evolved beyond the basic necessities of just needing treatment and taking precautionary measures to protect your teeth to more of a focus on how having poor oral health can negatively affect your quality of life.

Dr. Fauci and the CDC Give Reality Checks About COVID-19

07.25.2020 08:00 AM

Dr. Anthony Fauci says a virus will be available by next year the earliest and urges politicians to shut down states again. Meanwhile, the CDC announces lingering symptoms in young adults while urging schools to reopen by fall.

7 Plant-Based Diets to Help Lower Your Blood Pressure

07.25.2020 07:40 AM

A recent study had been the first to conclude that a plant-based diet without completely eliminating meat and dairy products can still be beneficial. Moreover, there are seven diets that can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of hypertension.