Ever wondered how tough childhood experiences affect a person's brain? Researchers recently took a close look at this, using saliva to check out brain-derived microRNAs in teenagers who had been through a lot. These microRNAs are like tiny messengers that can show if certain genes are being affected
Ever heard of blood pressure variability (BPV)? It's the ups and downs your blood pressure goes through daily. But how does this affect stroke patients who receive clot-busting treatment, also known as intravenous thrombolysis (IVT)? Not much is known about this, so a study was done to find out. Th
Did you know that where you live in Austria can affect your chances of being admitted to a hospital for depression? A recent study looked at hospital admissions for depressive episodes among adults in Austria from 2009 to 2014. The study found some intriguing patterns. Suburban areas had the highest
High blood pressure is a big deal. It can lead to serious health issues. But taking those pills to lower it isn't always easy, especially when you mix and match them. This study is all about coming up with a new way to see how well people are following their free-dose antihypertensive meds. They use
Imagine you're 76, living in the Netherlands, and part of a unique study. Every three years, you fill out a questionnaire about your feelings and your religion. Researchers found something interesting: feeling good about God can help keep depression away. But feeling anxious or let down by God, or u
Funnyman Dana Carvey is set to revisit the Saturday Night Live stage in December. He's been a regular this season, impersonating President Joe Biden and even trying his hand at Elon Musk. But don't expect to see him do Musk again anytime soon. Carvey admits he's not great at capturing the billionair
Ever thought about the part of the brain that helps us with our movements and balance? Well, it turns out that the cerebellar vermis, a small, worm-shaped part of our cerebellum, might be involved in more than just physical coordination. Researchers are looking into how this tiny brain region influe
House Democrats plan to keep pushing for the release of an Ethics report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla. ). This comes after Gaetz decided not to be considered for a top job in the incoming Trump administration. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill. ) wants the public to see what investigators found about Gaet
Have you ever wondered how scientists keep mouse testes fresh for their studies? It turns out, the way they're stored makes a big difference. This research compared different methods of preserving mouse testes. They used two types of buffers, RNAlater® and Nucleic Acid Preservation-NAP-buffer, and s
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is getting ready for significant changes under the new administration. Industry leaders are eager for more relaxed rules, while scientists at the agency might face increased pressure. For years, the EPA has been the watchdog for environmental regulations. N
