Anxiety is a common issue among young people, often starting in the teenage years. The body's own cannabis-like chemicals, called endocannabinoids, might play a big part in this. These chemicals, AEA and 2-AG, could help doctors understand anxiety better and improve treatments. Researchers studied
In the U. S. , parents and babies often visit different hospitals for care. This can make it tough to gather all the needed health info for research. Linking electronic health records (EHR) from various places could help. But how can this be done while keeping everyone's privacy safe? Researchers h
A venture capital firm has just raised a substantial amount of money to support new businesses. The firm is called Halogen Ventures. It was started by Jesse Draper. She is the daughter of a well-known investor, Tim Draper. The new fund is called Fund III. It has $30 million. This money will be used
The human body is a complex machine, and scientists are always finding new ways it works. Recently, they discovered that fats, or lipids, can change how certain immune cells behave. These cells, called T cells, are like tiny soldiers in our body. They fight off infections and keep us healthy. But so
Birds in the southwestern United States are changing their molting schedules. This is a big deal because molting is when birds replace their feathers. It's a key part of their yearly cycle. Researchers looked at data from bird banding over 13 years in southeastern Utah. They wanted to see if the ti
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is becoming a bigger problem for women between 15 and 49 years old. This is true all over the world, but some places are worse than others. The numbers show that in 2021, about 4. 38 out of every 100, 000 women in this age group got IBD. Even more concerning, 45. 90
Managing long-term health issues can be tough. There are many tools out there to help. Apps and wearables are becoming popular. They give people quick access to their health data. This can make handling conditions easier. But not all tools are helpful. Some do a better job than others. Researchers
A group of young people from a disadvantaged area in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, decided to share their experiences of the COVID-19 lockdowns in a unique way. They teamed up with theatre experts to turn their thoughts and memories into a short film. This wasn't just any film; it was a creative way
Bison in the United States are facing a serious problem: Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis). This sneaky germ is causing big issues for bison herds, making them sick and even killing some. It's not just bad for the animals; it's also hurting the people who raise them and the efforts to protect bison. A re
Faith Kipyegon, a star athlete from Kenya, recently took on a huge challenge: becoming the first woman to run a mile in under 4 minutes. She pushed herself to the limit but fell just short, clocking in at 4:06. 91. Even though it wasn't a record-breaking time, it was still her personal best. The ev
