MEDICINE & HEALTH

Can You Die From Laughter? How and When Is It Possible?

MEDICINE & HEALTH 11.15.2023 09:30 AM

It is possible to die from laughing too hard, although there are only a handful of reported cases. Continue reading the article to find out more.

How Does COVID Kill You? Virus Is Relatively Mild but Fatal for Certain Individuals

11.15.2023 09:00 AM

COVID is reportedly mild in 80% of cases but is fatal for individuals 60 years and older as it attacks the immune system. Continue reading to learn more.

Insecticides Linked to Declining Sperm Counts: New Research Calls for Regulations to Reduce Human Exposure to Chemicals

11.15.2023 07:50 AM

A review of 25 studies finds that exposure to insecticides correlates with reduced sperm counts, prompting calls for regulations to minimize human contact. Read on for more details.

Eating Ice Cream With Sore Throat: Is It Good or Bad?

11.15.2023 06:54 AM

While ice cream does offer temporary relief to a sore throat, is it a good idea to eat ice cream with a sore throat? Read to find out.

Cholesterol Found To Enter Gut in Novel Way; Findings Could Help With the Development of New Therapies For Treating High Cholesterol Levels

11.15.2023 06:06 AM

A new study has discovered a new potential target for treatments for high cholesterol. Read to learn more.

Alabama Woman Born With Two Uteruses Is Expecting Twins in Both, Unveiling Unusual Medical Condition

11.15.2023 04:45 AM

Alabama woman with uterus didelphys is pregnant with twins in separate uteruses, documenting the journey on Instagram. Check out this article to learn more of this story.

Getting Pregnant in Space? Scientists Investigate Possibilities of Pregnancy, Giving Birth to Babies Outside of Earth

11.14.2023 21:19 PM

Edbert Edelbroek, the CEO of Spaceborn United that plans to help support the conception and birth of humans in outer space, notes that for humans to reach the stars, it is necessary to find how humanity can reproduce there. Read to learn more.

Study Brings MDMA Closer to FDA Approval as Treatment for PTSD

11.14.2023 20:21 PM

A groundbreaking study has demonstrated that MDMA-assisted therapy can decrease post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms across a diverse cohort of individuals. Based on this evidence, there is mounting anticipation for the substance to receive FDA approval, possibly within the upcoming year.

Fungal Delights or Dangers: A Guide to Identifying Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms for Safe Culinary Exploration

11.14.2023 09:12 AM

Although there are numerous edible mushrooms, there are some species that are poisonous too. Learn in this article how to distinguish these two for a safe eating experience.

What Is Forest Bathing? Can We Gain Health Benefits From Nature Therapy?

11.14.2023 09:00 AM

Forest bathing, an ancient relaxation process, has become a vital part of preventive healthcare in Japan. Learn more about this practice in this article.

One Nostril Always Blocked: Why Do You Experience This Inconvenience When You’re Sick?

11.14.2023 08:40 AM

One may experience a blocked nostril on one side when sick due to our nasal anatomy. Continue reading to learn more.

Long COVID and Brain Disruption: Understanding the Lingering Neurological Effects of SARS-CoV-2

11.14.2023 07:40 AM

COVID-19 is primarily a respiratory illness, but its reach extends far beyond the lungs, even affecting a person’s brain. Read the article to find out more.

Climate Change Can Cause Rare Event Hybridization, Turn Humans Into Infected Zombies Like Those on ‘The Last of Us’

11.14.2023 04:20 AM

Humanity could be gearing toward a zombie apocalypse similar to "The Last of Us." Read on to learn how climate change could potentially turn people into infected zombies.

Infants Thrive With 'Sensitive Care' and Personal Attention, Drawing Insights From Hunter-Gatherer Societies

11.14.2023 03:55 AM

Infants thrive with sensitive care in hunter-gatherer societies, a stark contrast to today's childcare practices in Western societies. Read the article to learn more details.

Keeping Positive Secrets Can Make One Feel Energized [Study]

11.14.2023 03:41 AM

Keeping secrets can have positive implications for our health, but it depends on what kind of information we hold back. Continue reading to learn more.