Archaeologists from the State Office for Monument Preservation and Archaeology (LDA) of Saxony-Anhalt have discovered a Slavic settlement and associated burial ground near the town of Wettin-Löbejün, Germany. During the…
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Hurts to Think: The Unpleasant Truth About Mental Effort
Summary: New research suggests that mental exertion is often associated with unpleasant feelings such as stress and irritation, challenging the notion that people enjoy mentally demanding tasks. A meta-analysis of…
In law enforcement, a survey finds a link between head injuries and depression, PTSD
Credit: CC0 Public Domain A new study is the first to shed light on the high prevalence of head injuries, and related mental health symptoms, in a previously overlooked population…
The menstrual cycle is a vital sign and important indicator of overall health − 2 reproductive health experts explain
“When was your last period?” For anyone who menstruates, this is a routine question during any visit to your doctor. Health care providers generally ask this to determine whether their…
Menstrual cycle is a vital sign and important indicator of overall health − 2 reproductive health experts explain
“When was your last period?” For anyone who menstruates, this is a routine question during any visit to your doctor. Health care providers generally ask this to determine whether their…
Racism and discrimination lead to faster aging through brain network changes, new study finds
Racism steals time from people’s lives – possibly because of the space it occupies in the mind. In a new study published in the journal JAMA Network Open, our team…
State-level, out-of-pocket insulin caps do not substantially increase utilization, study finds
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain In a first-of-its-kind study, a cohort of researchers, led by the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, evaluated the effects of state-level insulin out-of-pocket costs across…
Legit Ozempic sales soar while counterfeits put patients in danger
Two new studies show how eager Americans are to obtain either safe, legitimate versions of Ozempic or counterfeit and potentially dangerous forms of the diabetes/weight-loss drug. One study found U.S.…
Archaeologists discover rare pebbled mosaic featuring naked satyrs
Archaeologists excavating in ancient Eretria have discovered a pebbled mosaic floor featuring two naked satyrs. Eretria was founded on the Greek island of Euboea, emerging as an important polis and…
Is your smartwatch making you anxious? Wearables can lead people to stress more about their health
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Wearable trackers and monitors (such as smartwatches) are increasingly popular and sophisticated. For people living with heart conditions, they can provide important information, including updates about…
