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It's not a COVID cure but study finds hydroxychloroquine may treat multiple sclerosis
Hydroxychloroquine, also known by the brand name Plaquenil, is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of malaria and arthritis.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 17, 2022


Magic mushrooms found safe and effective in the treatment of mental health conditions
According to the World Health Organization, about 450 million people worldwide have a mental health disorder, across all demographics.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 14, 2022


Exercise shown to benefit the body in different ways, depending on the time of day
A team of scientists recently carried out the most comprehensive study to date of exercise performed at different times of the day.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 14, 2022


Why do we forget? New theory proposes ‘forgetting’ is actually a form of learning
Counter to the general assumption that memories simply decay with time, ‘forgetting’ might not be a bad thing, according to scientists.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 14, 2022


Researchers reveal how skin cells form a first line of defence against cancer
The findings offer new clues into the behaviour of skin cancer at the cellular level, paving the way for potential new therapeutic targets.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 13, 2022


How the happiness hormone dopamine can help Parkinson's patients
In addition to giving us a sense of reward and satisfaction, dopamine is important for motor control, concentration, learning and attention.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 12, 2022


Researchers uncover how and why obesity can lead to cancer
Obesity is the cause of approximately 500,000 new cancer cases each year – a number that is expected to grow as obesity rates climb.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 12, 2022


Simple screening for common lung disease could relieve millions globally
A group of common lung conditions that affects more than 300* million people, could be significantly reduced with a simple health assessment
Joseph Shavit
Jan 12, 2022


Rapid cancer test provides warning from a single drop of blood
The test is inexpensive and uses a test strip and a small cube-shaped 1.6-inch reader to quantify a marker of prostate cancer.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 11, 2022


Virtual Reality could help make therapy easier
New research shows many people are more comfortable speaking to an avatar than a real person.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 11, 2022


Higher olive oil intake associated with lower risk of cardio-vascular disease death
Consuming more than 7 grams (>1/2 tablespoon) of olive oil per day is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 11, 2022


Blood test helps predict who may benefit from lung cancer screening
A blood test, combined with a risk model based on an individual’s history, more accurately determines who will benefit from screenings.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 9, 2022


Scienctists discover that stress induced grey hair is reversible
While it may seem intuitive that stress can accelerate graying, the researchers were surprised to discover that hair color can be restored.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 8, 2022


Scientists uncover a method to predict cardiovascular disease
The study, published in Nature, may allow the development of new treatments to minimize the consequences of myocardial infarction.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 6, 2022


How far does a little kindness go? Research examines how doing good improves mental health
Researchers at the University of Toronto are taking steps to confirm the relationship between kindness and well-being.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 5, 2022


New 'Cyberman' robot has the dexterity to both open Coke bottles & lift 30kg weights
Beomni 1.0 robot is being endorsed as one of the most sophisticated general-purpose humanoid robots using AI on the planet.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 5, 2022


New fitness sensor uses sweat to monitor real-time performance
Researchers have developed a prototype wearable sensor, developed with a new MXene–hydrogel compound, which may prove valuable to athletes.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 4, 2022


Researchers find new treatment leads to much less overeating
Many participants felt that their negative body image and shame posed a barrier to physical activity and a social life.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 4, 2022


The relationship between music processing and language skills in the brain
Researchers used magnetic resonance imaging to study the brains of secondary school students during a task focused on musical observation.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 29, 2021


Can we unlearn pain? Helping make sense of chronic pain
A three-pronged approach to learning about pain could improve the lives of people experiencing chronic pain.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 28, 2021
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