Summary: Researchers linked differences in THC metabolism to varying effects of cannabis use and the risk of developing Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD). The study, which included young adults with and…
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Many older adult Israelis exhibited impressive resilience during the initial period of the Israel-Hamas war
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Exposure to traumatic events can result in acute stress symptoms that can last for a few weeks and can also lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)…
Cancer often requires more than one treatment − an oncologist explains why some patients like Kate Middleton receive both chemotherapy and surgery
When Kate Middleton, the princess of Wales, announced in March 2024 that she was receiving “preventive chemotherapy” following abdominal surgery, many wondered what that entails. Formally known as adjuvant therapy,…
Meet Ruminococcus bromii, the microbe that loves carbs
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The fascinating human gut bacterium Ruminococcus bromii is one of the ten most common bacterial species found in the colon. This bacterium, first discovered discovered in…
Fortified settlements containing open-air temples found in Türkiye
Archaeologists from the Yozgat Bozok University and Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University have uncovered fortified settlements containing a new type of open-air temples within the Tunceli province, Türkiye. The results…
Consistently exercising 2–3 times a week over the long term linked to lower current insomnia risk
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Consistently exercising 2–3 times a week over the long term is linked to a lower current risk of insomnia as well as the ability to clock…
Embracing Neurodiversity: Beyond Stigma to Strength
Summary: A new study highlights the need to recognize and celebrate the diverse skills of individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions like ADHD, dyslexia, and autism. The research advocates for a shift…
Real-time reconstruction of high-intensity focused ultrasound focal temperature field based on deep learning
Invivo real-time temperature field reconstruction during HIFU treatment using deep learning. Credit: School of Integrated Circuits @ HUST. High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is a non-invasive technique for tumor ablation. During…
High Rates of Suicidal Ideation in Rural Black Men
Summary: A new study highlights the alarming rates of suicidal thoughts among rural Black men, attributing significant causes to childhood adversity and racism. This research, involving over 500 African American…
Helping children eat healthier foods may begin with getting parents to do the same, research suggests
Most parents, educators and policymakers agree that children should eat healthy foods. However, our peer-reviewed paper suggests the strategy adults often use to achieve that can sometimes backfire. Fortunately, there’s…
