A loaded revolver left out on a nightstand, a curious child—and unimaginable tragedy. Moments like this have occurred in American homes hundreds of times over the past two decades, killing…
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Risk of death decreases after COVID-19 vaccine but protection wanes after six months, finds study
A medical assistant prepares a dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to be administered to a patient. Credit: Public domain image courtesy of Lisa Ferdinando, U.S. Department of Defense The risk…
Leap of Faith: How Belief in God Spurs Risk-Taking
Summary: Religious beliefs influence risk-taking behaviors. Focusing on Christian Americans, the research found that those who view God as a protective figure are more confident in undertaking risks. The study,…
Beer Goggles Myth Busted: Alcohol Doesn’t Alter Attraction
Summary: Researchers have debunked the “beer goggles” myth, suggesting that alcohol doesn’t necessarily make people appear more attractive due to facial symmetry. In their study, participants, including intoxicated individuals, rated…
Gen Z’s Mind Maze: Navigating a World of Perceived Extremes
Summary: A new study delves into the mental health crisis among Gen Z. The study, based on 40 interviews, highlights key risk factors like mass shootings, social media, and climate…
Three signs your sick child may need to see a health care professional
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain While most common colds, flu, or other illnesses can be treated at home, Dr. Angela Mattke, a pediatrician with Mayo Clinic’s Children’s Center, says parents should…
CRISPR and other new technologies open doors for drug development, but which diseases get prioritized? It comes down to money and science
Prescription drugs and vaccines revolutionized health care, dramatically decreasing death from disease and improving quality of life across the globe. But how do researchers, universities and hospitals, and the pharmaceutical…
Study explores accuracy of computerized ADHD test
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A new study cautions against using the QbTest as a standalone diagnostic or screening tool for ADHD. Researchers from the Universities of Southampton, Nottingham, Cardiff, and…
Decline in smoking in England has stalled since pandemic
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain A decades-long decline in smoking prevalence in England has nearly ground to a halt since the start of the pandemic, according to a new study led…
Devil curse found on medieval tablet in Rostock
According to an announcement by the Rostock City Hall, archaeologists have uncovered a devil curse written on a 15th century tablet in Rostock, Germany. The discovery was made during construction…
