Depression affects millions of people around the world, including Michelle Obama, who recently opened about low-level depression in her new podcast. General treatment of low-level depression comes in three phases.
With temperatures getting significantly warmer each year due to global warming, mosquitoes carrying deadly viruses are thriving in areas like Los Angeles, California. The same pattern is happening on a global scale.
The genetic analysis of modern-day lions, extinct cave lions, and well-preserved, cave lion cubs reveal the relationship of their species. Scientists finally answer the debate of whether or not they come from the same ancient species.
Tuataras are some of the oldest living species that have existed since the time of the dinosaurs. Researchers from New Zealand and Australia were surprised to discover just how complex the tuatara genome is and its rightful place in the tree of life.
Why do obese people struggle to lose weight? Stigmas against obesity caused Canada to update their guidelines so that obesity treatment will no longer shame people but rather focus on the roots of the chronic illness.
NASA astronauts land a safe splashdown back on Earth after two months at the International Space Station. The historic day marks new beginnings for space exploration and will be a 'springboard' for future missions.
Officials trace the Beirut explosion to stored ammonium nitrate at the city's port. The country is in a state of emergency and will have a three-day mourning period as officials continue to investigate what triggered the blast.
A rare but deadly illness returns to the United States every two years and is due between August and November this year. AFM usually follows respiratory illness. The CDC's warning is focused on parents as acute flaccid myelitis are mostly occur in children and will be happening during flu season and the current pandemic.
Angel sharks are unique for resembling stingrays closer than other shark species. Analyzing their evolution since the time of the dinosaurs gives insight on their survival as a threatened species today.
Milk sales have significantly increased since lockdown, but health experts warn against consuming too much dairy. Here are some of the best milk alternatives, or 'mylk.'
Is America ready to reopen all schools and campuses? COVID-19 cases continue to spike across all states as health experts stress the importance of testing and following guidelines.
Sleep problems in young children result in academic problems by the time they're 10 or 11 years old. Behavior and quality of life are also affected by children that stay up late and have less hours of sleep, especially from too much screen time.
Osteosarcoma, common, malignant bone cancer in humans, was recently linked to a herd of Centrosauruses from about 75 million years ago. Dinosaurs surviving cancer also revealed an advantage of belonging to a herd.
Black holes are believed to have existed since the formation of the galaxy, yet we know so little about them. A series of simulations reveals what happens when two stars collide and how scientists can detect the energy of black holes in space.
A nearly decade-old theory about skincare is becoming one of the latest trends in 2020. A mini twin experiment reveals how a 'skin fast' can potentially be effective. What is skin fasting, anyway?
A toxin from the birthwort plant may be the reason behind millions of kidney diseases with an unknown causes. Scientists have discovered the plant's toxin to be a global problem despite its use as traditional medicine for centuries.
The new Apple Watch will allow users to keep track of their health more accurately, including warnings about serious medical issues and the body's response to surgery.
Despite Dr. Anthony Fauci saying last week that another shutdown is unnecessary, Neel Kashkari says otherwise. He believes that the government has enough resources to support those who lost their jobs.
Tel Aviv University researchers have determined that the brain connectivity of humans are not dominant compared to other mammals. Conclusions from the study revealed a universal law, the Conservation of Brain Connectivity.
From multiple planet sightings, a galaxy containing one trillion stars, and a meteor shower, the August night sky is fully booked for events the whole month. Would it be a coincidence that the month will end the same way it will begin?
The United States is facing one of the worst Salmonella outbreaks this year, and it is reportedly from onions and poultry. Cases in Canada have also been linked to the same onion supplier in the United States.
The United States continues to struggle with handling the pandemic due to a 'diversity of response' to regulations. However, Dr. Fauci and other experts remain hopeful yet realistic about vaccine developments and drug treatments.
Gut feelings or intuition is normally perceived in helping us during 'fight or flight' scenarios, pick up other people's energy, or simply tell us we're hungry. However, being more in tune with our physical gut feelings can tell us three important things about ourselves.
Hong Kong is facing its third wave of coronavirus infections as a result of a 'significant loophole' for travelers and lifting social distancing measures. However, experts are hopeful that the city will have everything under control in less than two months.
A new type of wearable device called drawn-on-skin electronics does more than monitoring heart rate and calories burned in a day. The advanced device can be drawn on the skin like a pen on paper while monitoring the body accurately for personalized medical care.
Intuitive eating, an anti-diet approach to food, has 10 principles. While the principles are easy to understand, they take time and progress, especially separating physical hunger from emotional hunger. Unlike some short-term diets, intuitive eating focuses on long-term, overall health, and well-being.
The FDA sent warning letters to seven companies selling dietary supplements with claims of curing or preventing hangovers. It comes at a time that alcohol consumption in the United States have increased by 27% due to the pandemic. The public is urged to stick to natural and safe ways to remedy hangovers.
A collaborative report identifies indicators that can help farmers in the agriculture sector under five major categories, such as temperature patterns and the welfare of livestock. Teaching farmers and land managers the effects of climate change can help with major decision-making.
NASA scientists are having a Wright brothers moment as Ingenuity will be the first helicopter to fly on a different planet. If successful, the independent helicopter will set a new milestone for the future of robotic space explorations.