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Jan 23 2026EDUCATION

How Screens and Playtime Shape Young Minds

Researchers wanted to see how much time kids spend on screens and playing outside affects their learning and feelings. They looked at different groups of preschoolers and how they use their time. Some kids spend a lot of time on screens, while others play outside more. The study aimed to see if thes

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Jan 23 2026EDUCATION

How Moving Your Body Can Boost Your Grades in Medical School

Medical students often have packed schedules, leaving little time for exercise. Yet, staying active might be a secret weapon for better grades. Research suggests that physical activity can improve academic performance. This is especially important for medical students, who face high stress levels an

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Jan 18 2026HEALTH

Body Clock Weakness Tied to Higher Dementia Risk in Seniors

Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between a person's internal body clock and their risk of developing dementia. The study, which wrapped up in December 2025, tracked over 2, 000 adults, all around 79 years old and initially free of dementia, for three years. To gather data, participants w

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

When to Take Your Blood Pressure Pill: Night or Day?

Researchers dug into a big question: Does it matter if you take your blood pressure medicine at night or in the morning? They looked at lots of studies to see how it affects heart health. Taking blood pressure pills at night might be better for some people. It could lower the risk of heart problems

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

The Blurry Line Between Medical Science and Miracles

Medical breakthroughs often seem like miracles, but are they really? Or is it just science advancing at the right time? For some, it doesn't matter. They see both as divine intervention. Take Howard, a retired doctor, who beat lymphoma in 2002 with a standard chemo treatment. His specialist warned

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Jan 11 2026HEALTH

Yoga's Impact on Women Battling Gynecologic Cancer

Researchers recently looked into how yoga can help women dealing with gynecologic cancer. They created a 12-week yoga program with the help of the participants. This was not your usual group study. They wanted to see how each person felt differently. Most studies focus on breast cancer. This time, t

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Jan 10 2026HEALTH

Medical Students' Mental Health: A Closer Look at Anxiety, Depression, and Faith

Medical students face a tough road, juggling heavy course loads and high expectations. A recent study shed light on the mental health challenges they encounter, focusing on anxiety, depression, and the role of religious beliefs. The study involved 260 medical students from the University of Osijek

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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

Unraveling the Mystery: Why Do Women's Eggs Age?

Researchers are diving deep into the reasons behind the decline in female fertility as women get older. This is a big deal because it affects many people trying to start a family. The main issue is that as women age, their eggs often have problems with their chromosomes. Chromosomes are like tiny in

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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

How Your Beliefs Shape Your Emotions

Researchers have been digging into how our personal beliefs can help us manage our emotions better. They found that when people adjust their thoughts about negative situations, it works best when it aligns with what they already believe. In three different studies, they asked people to think differ

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Jan 08 2026SCIENCE

How Radioactive Iodine Affects Rats' Guts

Researchers wanted to see how radioactive iodine affects rats. They gave them a dose of I-131 and looked at what happened inside their bodies. The focus was on the stomach and intestines, as these are the first places the iodine hits after being swallowed. The team found that the iodine caused stre

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