9th century sword recovered from Vistula River

The Sports and Recreation Centre in Włocławek has announced the recovery of a sword from the Vistula River in Włocławek, Poland. The discovery was made during dredging works on a…

Sexual Rejection Increases Aggression and Stress in Male Fruit Flies

Summary: A new study reveals how fruit flies respond to the stress of repeated mating failures. Researchers observed that male fruit flies facing repeated sexual rejection showed increased activity, aggression,…

Can cold weather cause a cold?

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain The bitter winter elements can be brutal on the body. But is there any truth that you can “catch a cold” if not properly dressed outside?…

No benefit of physiotherapy over general advice after dislocated shoulder: Clinical trial

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Routinely referring patients to a tailored program of physiotherapy after a dislocated shoulder is no better than a single session of advice, supporting materials and the…

Personality Traits and Social Media’s Influence on Teen Depression

Summary: Researchers explored how different social media platforms relate to depressive symptoms in teens. The study, involving 237 participants aged 14 to 16, found that personality traits, particularly extraversion, significantly…

Independent dispute resolution of No Surprises Act is financially unviable for radiology, says research

Credit: CC0 Public Domain According to new research in theAmerican Journal of Roentgenology (AJR), the No Surprises Act (NSA)’s independent dispute resolution (IDR) process would be financially unfeasible for a…

What’s the best diet for healthy sleep? A nutritional epidemiologist explains what food choices will help you get more restful z’s

You probably already know that how you eat before bed affects your sleep. Maybe you’ve found yourself still lying awake at 2 a.m. after enjoying a cup of coffee with…

Weight-loss medications alone are not a quick fix, says obesity expert

Credit: CC0 Public Domain One of the most common New Year’s resolutions is to lose weight. Many may be wondering if weight-loss medications can help them reach their goal. Medications…

Implantable tactile sensing system shows promise for neuroprosthetics

Implantable, wireless, battery-free tactile sensing system. Credit: Microsystems & Nanoengineering Tactile mechanoreceptors are essential for environmental interaction and movement. Traditional tactile sensors in wearables and robotics often fall short, especially…

TMS Proves Long-Term Relief for Depression

Summary: A major clinical trial, BRIGhTMIND, reveals that MRI-guided Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) significantly eases symptoms of severe depression for at least six months. The study, involving five centers across…