Summary: A new study reveals that individuals living with co-occurring psychosis and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can safely and effectively achieve recovery through an integrated, trauma-focused therapy. The STAR (Study…
Category: Humans
Ancient Egyptian tombs discovered at Jabal Al-Tair in Minya
Archaeologists working in Egypt’s Minya Governorate have uncovered two ancient tombs and a series of burials at Jabal Al-Tair, a discovery that is providing new insights into the development of…
Rare intact Roman sarcophagus unearthed in Croatia
Archaeologists have uncovered an exceptionally rare late Roman sarcophagus dating to around 1,500 years ago during excavations in the coastal town of Cavtat, southern Croatia. The discovery was made at…
Legalized Cannabis Does Not Increase Consumption
Summary: Decriminalizing cannabis or using tightly controlled legal frameworks does not increase use. However, the fully commercialized, for-profit legal markets seen in the US and Canada drive increased health risks,…
Largest Roman bath complex in the Netherlands unearthed in Nijmegen
Archaeologists have uncovered the largest known Roman bath complex ever discovered in the Netherlands, shedding new light on the prosperity and longevity of Roman occupation in the ancient city of…
Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Philadelphia in 1976 was mysterious and deadly – 50 years later, scientists know the cause but outbreaks continue
The landmark Bellevue-Stratford Hotel in Philadelphia went out of business after the Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in 1976. Bettmann/Bettman Collection via Getty Images Soon after Philadelphia hosted America’s bicentennial celebrations in…
Brain Inflammation Linked to Chronic Depression and Anxiety
Summary: A global meta-analysis of over 4,700 survivors has revealed that psychiatric and behavioral complications, such as depression, anxiety, and emotional instability, are widespread following encephalitis (brain inflammation). Researchers found…
How Messi, Mbappe and Haaland use their brains (as well as feet) to gain a psychological edge at the World Cup
Part of soccer’s beauty lies in its unpredictability. Already in World Cup 2026, we have seen Morocco tie with five-time champion Brazil and Australia overturn the odds by beating Turkey.…
Quartz countertops are driving a public health crisis in the US – 2 occupational health experts explain the surge of lung transplants and lawsuits
If you walk into a Costco, Home Depot or Lowe’s and order a countertop for your kitchen renovation, the store will likely contract with a local fabrication shop, instructing them…
First new US sunscreen ingredient since 1999 approved by FDA – a skin scientist explains how bemotrizinol works
As summer in the U.S. heats up, people become more diligent about protecting their skin from the Sun. Another option for doing so will soon be available. On June 9,…
