Study challenges link between psychological distress and conspiracy theories
A widely held theory that psychological distress and conspiracy beliefs fuel each other in a “vicious cycle” is being called…
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Researchers reveal how processed fiber affects health
Researchers contrast natural fiber in whole foods with processed isolates, warning refined fibers may disrupt the gut microbiome and pose risks for individuals
Cholera causes 143,000 preventable deaths annually
Cholera kills up to 143,000 people each year, mostly in poor regions, despite a simple oral rehydration treatment that can cut fatalities dramatically worldwide
AI models predict sepsis in children enabling preemptive care
AI models using ED data predict pediatric sepsis within 48 hours, enabling preemptive care under the Phoenix Sepsis Criteria across PECARN centers in the US
ADHD diagnosis for women lags five years behind men
New research reveals a significant disparity in the diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) between genders, with women often receiving their…
Nearly half of all coronary bypass patients develop atrial fibrillation
A new study has revealed that new-onset atrial fibrillation, a type of irregular heartbeat, affects nearly half of all patients…
Global mortality declines as youth deaths and health inequities grow
A sweeping new analysis of global health has identified a critical paradox: while overall mortality rates are on the decline…
Proximity to Superfund sites raises aggressive breast cancer risk
Living near Florida Superfund sites is linked to about a 30% higher risk of metastatic breast cancer at diagnosis and greater risk of triple-negative disease
Sexual Satisfaction, Not Frequency, Is the Key to Relationship Happiness
For many couples, sexual frequency is often seen as a barometer for the health of their relationship. However, a growing…
Seaweed tablet converts menstrual cups into health tracking tools
A seaweed-based dissolvable tablet turns a menstrual cup into a health-tracking tool by solidifying fluid to prevent spills, enabling future biometric sensing