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Bolsonaro's policies helped coronavirus spread and develop variants, new study reports

It's been a trainwreck, and the Brazilian president still disregards the severity of the crisis.

Men who abuse anabolic steroids risk long-term testicular problems even after they quit

After three years since quitting steroids, some men still had abnormally low markers for healthy testicular function.

Researchers weave stem cells into most lifelike bone yet

It is the first organoid of bone, a simplified version of the original.

That 'memory palace' thing? It actually works, a new study finds

The method used on 'Sherlock' has actually been used since Roman times, with great success.

Return of the cold sore

Researchers play detective with neurons from mice.

Gold-infused contact lenses that treat red-green color blindness could hit the market soon

If you're struggling with such a condition, well, then this is some very good news for hue!

This town in California handed out free $500 monthly checks, no strings attached. After a year, unemployment fell and quality of life improved

A promising universal basic income pilot project paid off -- and others may soon follow.

The trap-jaw is the fastest in the world -- and it independently evolved several times in ants

Sometimes, speed is of the essence.

Scientists increase worm's lifespan by 500%

It's equivalent to extending human lifespan to 500 years.

A new study says it's time to start recycling anesthetics

What a time to be alive.

Climate change is making allergy season worse

Bad news for allergy sufferers: it's getting worse.

Atheists are just as ethical as believers, study shows -- they just prioritize different things

Believers value group cohesion, while atheists focus on the effects of their actions.

Vaccine manufacturers tell Congress they're ready to double, maybe triple production

Drug manufacturers Pfizer and Moderna are ramping up production of their COVID-19 vaccine. Johnson & Johnson is waiting for approval for their one-shot vaccine. According to a statement presented to a House subcommittee earlier today, this could end up doubling, possibly tripling the vaccine supply in the US in the coming weeks. Last year, getting […]

Scientists clone an endangered ferret for the first time

They hope to one day do the same for extinct species too.

Over 140,000 viral species, mostly unknown, are living in the human gut

We are filled with viruses, bacteria and fungi keeping us healthy

Boys who play video games seem to have lower depression risk -- but not girls

The relationship between video games and mental health is more complex than you thought.

Drinking coffee daily is associated with less gray matter in the brain

This doesn't mean that caffeine makes you dumb, though.

Animal coronaviruses are roaming much more than we thought

A new study suggests our troubles with coronaviruses may only be beginning.

After 18 million mRNA vaccinations, allergic shocks remain exceedingly rare

Just 66 cases of anaphylaxis (0.0003%) were reported. All but one happened in the first 11 minutes. None were fatal.

Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine gives 94% protection against Covid-19, real-life study shows -- also good against variants

Reasons to be optimistic as vaccine campaign rolls out: the Pfizer vaccine is really good.

Latin American's science contribution against COVID-19

Research against Covid-19 in Latin America brings hope in the middle of the crisis.

New compound shows promise against hard-to-kill pancreatic and breast cancers, in mice

It doesn't attack them directly, but strips tumors of their defense.

New, wearable cortisol sensor can help warn us of incoming burnout or depression

Though to be fair, aren’t we all at risk of that currently?

What to do for a sore arm after the COVID-19 vaccine

It's the same mild shoulder pain you get from the flu shot or any other kind of vaccine.

Air pollution could be responsible for 1 in 5 adult deaths worldwide

That’s a staggering figure.

South Africa suspends AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine due to poor protection against mutated virus

Although this is a local decision, the implications and concerns are global.

Psychiatric research needs to start taking gender differences more seriously

A male / female mice study suggests we need specialized treatments.

Are we using the right language in the pandemic?

Words are powerful. Especially those sparking negative vibes.

Smart glasses made in Japan could slow down or even reverse myopia

Myopia affects almost 2 billion people. For many of them, surgery is not an option.

Russian vaccine is safe, effective against COVID-19

Months after it started being administered, the Sputnik V vaccine was proven to be safe and effective.

Low-calorie, high-protein, with a vitamin D boost: mushrooms make meals more nutritious

Three words to remember: eat more mushrooms!

Johnson & Johnson's single-jab vaccine also works: 72% overall efficacy

It's not quite as effective as some other vaccines, but it only needs a single jab

Just 10 vaccines have saved 36 million children in the past two decades

Researchers call for further investment in vaccine programs

Pandemic skirmishes: the US is lacking decisive action on viral transmission, physicist warns

A five-week lockdown could squash viral transmission, one researcher argues.

COVID-19 vaccines are rolling-out. Is it time to talk about immunity passports?

Vaccines could help us slowly go back to normal, but it's not clear how we should go about it.

Commuting patterns can help explain why some ethnicities were worse affected by COVID-19

"Knowing where people have to commute to, rather than where they live, is potentially much more important to curb the spread of a non-airborne disease," say the authors.

Should we double-mask to prevent COVID-19? Fauci (and others) say yes

As new variants of the virus expand, experts look at better ways to be protected with face masks

Hyperbaric oxygen chambers could stop genetic aging, clinical study suggests

Hyperbaric chambers could be a 'fountain of youth', the study authors say.

Afternoon naps could help keep your mind limber and stave off dementia

What about second naps?

Stress, lack of sleep might be contributing to concussion-like symptoms

No wonder I feel like I’ve been hit in the head every day.

Scientists make paralyzed mice walk again, in groundbreaking treatment

The groundbreaking treatment could soon be trialed on humans.

Age-related cognitive decline reversed in mice by fighting inflammation in the brain

Staying mentally sharp at old age may require blocking a certain receptor in brain cells.

AI-assisted test diagnoses prostate cancer from urine with almost 100% accuracy

The test only takes 20 minutes.

Higher levels of air pollution could damage mental health, at least in China

Dirty air is dirty air no matter where you are, so, probably not just in China.

Fried food can promote poor cardiovascular health, heart disease, stroke

I mean, I’m not that surprised.

New approach to lab-grown meat creates more realistic, more customizable steaks

I’m down for a bite -- or twenty.

Synthetic CBD kills gonorrhea, may provide first new antibiotic to resistant bacteria in 60 years

Some cannabis molecules seem effective at destroying certain bacterial strains in the lab.

Yes, more money will always make your life better, but that's not all there is to happiness, says new study

The closest one should pass around the same distance the Moon orbits at.

New research closes in on the causes of irritable bowel syndrome

We knew it happened in the gut, but we didn’t know why.

Breastfed babies have better immune systems. Here's why

Researchers have found that a type of immune cell is more abundant in breastfed babies than formula-fed babies.

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