A number of studies have shown how playing video games can lead to structural changes in the brain, including increasing the size of some regions, or to functional changes, such…
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Shared protein fingerprint could simplify treatment of common inherited heart disease
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is the most common inherited heart disease, marked by an abnormally thickened heart muscle that can obstruct blood flow and lead to sudden death in young adults. A…
Lockdown could have lasting effect on survivors of sexual violence and the services that support them
The lack of public acknowledgement of sexual violence against women and children during the first month of UK lockdown could have long-term implications not only for individuals but for the…
Even cooked carrots can trigger allergic reactions
The consumption of raw carrots triggers allergic reactions in many people. Contrary to popular belief, cooked carrots can also have this effect. This was recently discovered by a research team…
Engineers link brains to computers using 3-D printed implants
Linking the human brain to a computer is usually only seen in science fiction, but now an international team of engineers and neuroscientists at the University of Sheffield (UK), St…
Phytonutrients can boost your health. Here are 4 and where to find them (including in your next cup of coffee)
A review of the research found drinking a few cups of coffee a day was associated with a lower risk of dying from any cause. Coffee drinkers had a lower…
Getting fewer ‘likes’ on social media elicits emotional distress among adolescents
Simply not getting enough validation on social media can increase depression and anxiety, especially in the most vulnerable populations for whom these platforms may contribute to a cycle of rejection.…