New study shows decreasing spinal immobilization treatment in pre-hospital settings

Time series of prehospital SI/SMR. Raw data plotted by month, 2009–2020. Seasonal effect averaged for each month over the study period, showing the monthly maximum (1.4, July) and minimum (−1.6,…

Antidepressants versus running for depression: Is there a winner?

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The first study to compare effects of antidepressants with running exercises for anxiety, depression and overall health shows that they have about the same benefits for…

Stage where Shakespeare performed uncovered at St George’s Guildhall |

The Guildhall of St George is a Grade I listed building constructed between 1410 and 1420 in King’s Lynn, Norfolk. The hall has been used as a theatre since 1445,…

Benefits of psychedelics in obsessive-compulsive disorder: In search of evidence

Credit: Paris Brain Institute In recent years, interest in psychedelics and their possible benefit in treating psychiatric illnesses has been revived. Expectations are high, especially in obsessive-compulsive disorder, where patients’…

Well-being Enhanced By Awe Inspiring Science

Summary: Scientists illuminated a compelling link between experiencing science spiritually and enhanced wellbeing, akin to the psychological uplift often linked to religious beliefs. The research delves into the “Spirituality of…

Health on the ballot as Argentina poised to elect ‘anarcho-capitalist’ bent on slashing social protections

The front-runner heading into Argentina’s presidential vote on Oct. 22 is prone to wielding a chain saw – both physically and metaphorically. Javier Milei, a right-wing libertarian whose brash demagoguery…

Zimbabwe imposes measures to fight resurging cholera cases

Scanning electron microscope image of Vibrio cholerae. Credit: Wikipedia Zimbabwean authorities have imposed restrictions in several parts of the country, including the capital, to fight a resurgence of cholera-related deaths.…

Evidence on higher rates of diabetes unclear in trans people, but data on higher rates of heart disease are clear

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The latest data on the metabolic problems faced by trans people are presented at a session at this year’s Annual Meeting of the European Association for…

Mapping the Amygdala Leads to New Hope For Cocaine Addiction

Summary: Researchers crafted a detailed atlas of the amygdala, revealing new insights into emotional responses and potential treatments for cocaine addiction. A cell-by-cell study of the amygdala, a brain structure…

It’s more than being thirsty

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Water is essential to good health. Every cell, tissue and organ in your body needs water to work properly. Water is essential for maintaining your body…