Obesity is a big problem worldwide, causing health issues like high blood sugar and anxiety. Scientists wanted to see if giving mice a special probiotic called Pediococcus pentosaceus E24-168, along with exercise, could help with these problems. They used mice that were fed a high-fat diet to make
Late-night gaming sessions might be doing more harm than good to your sleep. A recent experiment shed light on how different evening activities impact sleep quality. The experiment involved 31 young men who enjoyed gaming. On two different nights, they either played video games or watched a nature
Muscles are not just for show; they are the body's powerhouses. They can adapt and grow stronger with the right kind of training. This ability to change is crucial for anyone looking to improve their fitness or overall health. When you engage in physical activity, your muscles undergo a transformat
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a tricky disease. It messes with the brain and nerves. It can cause big problems if not caught early. Doctors use MRI scans to find MS. But telling MS apart from other brain issues is hard. AI is stepping in to help. A new tool uses deep learning to look at MRI scans. It
Violence against women is a big problem worldwide. In Ethiopia, it's a serious issue that needs more attention. A recent study tried to figure out how common it is and what makes it happen. First, let's talk about how often it occurs. The study looked at many different reports and found that violen
Lung cancer is becoming more common in people who never smoked. Scientists think air pollution might be a big reason why. A recent study looked at the DNA of lung tumors in 871 non-smokers from around the world. They found that people exposed to more pollution had more DNA changes linked to cancer.
Measles is back with a vengeance in the US. The numbers are shocking. Over 1, 277 cases have been reported this year. That's more than any year since measles was declared eliminated in 2000. And experts think the real number is even higher because many cases go unreported. The biggest outbreak is i
Vitamin D is a hot topic in health discussions. It's clear that this vitamin plays a big role in keeping us healthy. But there's still a lot we don't know, especially about how it affects different groups of people. In Africa, many people don't get enough vitamin D. This is a big deal because not h
In today's world, healthcare is getting smarter. Devices connected to the internet are helping doctors and patients in amazing ways. They can check on patients from afar, give treatments just for you, and even spot diseases early. But there's a catch. All this cool tech means sensitive health info i
In the northwest of Iran, farmers who raise livestock have a big problem. It's not about weather or feed. It's about flies. Not just any flies, but ones that lay eggs on animals. When these eggs hatch, the larvae can cause serious issues. This is called myiasis. It's common in warm places. But what
