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A new study explores how the brain encodes different scents — a topic which scientists know relatively little about, compared to our other senses.
A growing body of research suggests COVID-19 can cause serious neurological problems.
A new study suggests that an old tuberculosis vaccine may reduce the severity of coronavirus cases.
Duke University researchers might have solved a half-century old problem.
An algorithm may allow doctors to assess PTSD candidates for early intervention after traumatic ER visits.
Vaccines find more success in development than any other kind of drug, but have been relatively neglected in recent decades.
Health officials in China reported that a man was infected with bubonic plague, the infectious disease that caused the Black Death.
The European Union agreed on a list of 15 countries that would be allowed to travel in its bloc. U.S. citizens were not on it.
Researchers at University College London link waist circumference with dementia.
A new study pushes back on psychiatry industry talking points.
The smart skin can “sweat” like human skin and also self-heal.
The takeaway: limit sugar and dairy if you want better skin.
Living like a genius and finding ways to “optimize” sleep is not necessarily good for your health. Here’s why.
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The European Union is debating over two lists of nations from which it will accept travelers starting July 1.
In Chile, the so-called “release certificate” would free holders from all types of quarantine or restriction.
Innovative drugs are sometimes held up due to old-fashioned human biases.
Weight gain is a side effect of antidepressants, adding another layer of problems.
Three scientists examine three dimensions of psychopathy: neurological, social, and criminal.
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A team of scientists in Basel believes this will open up new lines of research.
While many people don’t think its all that bad, a new study suggests you should lay off while expecting.
The politicalization of mask-wearing doesn’t help stop the spread of infections.
Smart bandages quickly identify antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and normal bacteria, in owies.
Clinical trials by Janssen Pharmaceuticals showed troubling results.
Volunteering can feel great and make good things happen. Now we know it promotes your health too.
A conspiracy theory that 90 percent of the world’s population will be killed off spreads widely on pandemic fears.
Would you study abroad online?
The study also estimated that international lockdown efforts prevented more than 500 million infections worldwide.
In “Douglas,” the Australian comedian opens up about her autism diagnosis.
Technique may enable speedy, on-demand design of softer, safer neural devices.
New research establishes an unexpected connection.