MEDICINE & HEALTH

Sitting on the Floor vs Sitting on a Chair – Which Is Better for You?

MEDICINE & HEALTH 07.29.2020 16:00 PM

For thousands of years, humans have rested on the ground using variations of a squat, cross-legged or a kneeling position. And despite the availability of chairs and things to sit on, sitting on the floor is still common in many cultures.

New Study Reveals Music Training Does Not Make A Child Smarter

07.29.2020 11:20 AM

Researchers said musical training appears to be ineffective at enhancing cognitive and any academic skills (verbal, non-verbal, speed-related, and etc.).

A Promising Blood Test May Diagnose Alzheimer's Disease

07.29.2020 07:20 AM

American and Swedish experts have discovered a specific protein in the blood that can indicate an early diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia. The blood test can potentially indicate the risk of developing the disease years before symptoms occur.

'Marie Kondo' Protein in Fruit Fly Embryos Helps Them Keep Organized

07.29.2020 06:00 AM

Researchers found a protein they called 'Marie Kondo' that, much like its namesake, removes unnecessary molecules inside the fruit fly embryos to keep them organized.

Defining Happiness in Positive Psychology

07.28.2020 21:57 PM

Happiness goes deeper than the smiles on the face. For years, scientists have been studying what truly defines happiness and what role it plays in human lives.

Coronavirus is 'One Big Wave,' Says WHO

07.28.2020 21:17 PM

At the most recent briefing of the WHO in Geneva earlier this week, experts reminded the public to follow basic guidelines during the pandemic. With people stuck with the mindset that COVID-19 may be seasonal like influenza, the WHO reminded people that the new virus is different and comes as 'one big wave.'

Cheating in the Classroom: Invisible Barriers Also Promote Moral Behavior on Children

07.28.2020 09:40 AM

Cardboard barriers are common during exams to avoid cheating. A new study suggests that see-through and pretend barriers can also do the trick, encouraging moral behavior on children.

Over-Eating Pizza Can Be Good for You, Under the Right Conditions

07.28.2020 09:00 AM

Overeating causes various problems from diabetes to heart disease. However, in a pizza study, researchers discovered that when a healthy person over-indulges occasionally, the body is able to cope up with the extra calories.

Natural Lithium in Drinking Water Linked to Lower Suicide Rates

07.28.2020 07:00 AM

A new study reinforces previous works correlating the presence of natural lithium in public drinking water toward lower suicide rates. The research appeared in the British Journal of Psychiatry dated Monday, July 27.

Yale Will Be Conducting Trials for Potential Coronavirus Drug Treatment

07.28.2020 06:20 AM

Yale University alongside the pharmaceutical company AI Therapeutics looked into a drug that's been used to treat lymphoma disease. The team is also looking into combined treatment with remdesivir and hopes the drug will be an effective treatment for high-risk populations.

Scientists Use 3D Printers to Make Miniature Organs for Testing Potential COVID-19 Drugs

07.28.2020 06:00 AM

Scientists are using 3D printers to create miniature human organs that will be used to test potential COVID-19 drugs. Bioprinting will help not only COVID-19 patients but patients with cancer and other diseases as well.

Personality Can Predict Who's a Rule-Follower and Who Flouts COVID-19 Social Distancing Guidelines

07.27.2020 20:23 PM

Some people dutifully endure the hardships of coronavirus lockdown, while others can’t be bothered to keep their distance. Why?

The Best Treatment Of Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome In 2020

07.27.2020 16:32 PM

The misuse of alcohol has always been a problem globally and ranks amongst the top ten causes of death and also disabilities.

Mobile Device Addiction: What It Is, and Possible Dangers Associated with It

07.27.2020 16:06 PM

You might have said to a friend before, "I'm completely addicted to my iPhone!" But have you stopped and considered that might actually be the case? It's a little less tongue-in-cheek if you haven't checked your email or watched a YouTube video on your Android in a couple of hours, and you feel yourself starting to get jittery.

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

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.

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