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Music 'flows' in the opposite direction when we play it in our heads

The brain seems to treat how it listens and recalls music in opposite directions.

Why we gain weight as we age

The balance between the storage and removal of lipids in fat cells is disrupted as we grow older.

Zebrafish genes might unlock retina-regeneration therapies in humans

Fish is in the eye of the beholder.

Cigarette consumption in decline in the UK, showing tobacco tax works

Fewer people are addicted to tobacco in the UK than ever.

Got a heart condition? High blood pressure? Beware of the flu

People with heart disease are at least six times more likely to have a heart attack after coming down with the flu.

Pea-sized brains grown in a dish generate advanced brain waves akin to those of premature babies

The findings are exciting -- but they also raise important ethical questions. Could someday lab-grown brains become conscious?

We're still not talking about the most effective individual steps to tackle climate change

Recycling? Taking the bus? Better light bulbs? That's all good, but how about taking fewer flights, eating more plants, and having fewer children?

Mumps study finds immunity gaps among the vaccinated

Weakened hurd immunity makes even vaccinated people vulnerable to mumps.

Medical masks as good as respirators against the flu, viruses

The same bang for a fraction of the buck.

Researchers work on a color-change urine test for cancer

So far, the test has been shown to work in mice

Researchers find out how cells heat themselves

"We basically short-circuited the stored energy."

Both too much and too little sleep increase heart attack risk

Getting proper sleep is one of the most important things you can do to avoid heart disease.

Taking birth control pills as a teenager may increase risk of depression

Teenage women who used birth control pills were at a higher risk of clinical depression years later.

Enamel-like gel could spell the end of dental fillings

Cavities are a pain but we might now finally have an alternative to fillings.

Gluten doesn't cause any problems in healthy people, study shows

Society is still struggling to deal with gluten.

Genetic mutation explains why some people need to sleep fewer hours

Some lucky people naturally need less sleep than everybody else.

Why do these lab-grown mini-brains emit brain waves?

It's a bit unusual, to say the least -- but could be quite useful.

There's no single "gay gene" that determines sexual behavior, research shows

This misconception about homosexuality needs to go away.

America's opioid crisis could take a turn for the worse if fentanyl expands

A new report suggests that fentanyl has a lot of potential market growth in the western U.S.

UK, Greece, Czech Republic, Albania -- no longer measles-free

The resurgence of a preventable disease.

Ethiopia starts to tackle khat addiction

Here's an addiction you probably didn't know about: khat.

Drinking red wine (in moderation) improves gut health

Gut bacteria + red wine = <3

The world's first gene-engineered reptiles are all albinos

No other team has successfully applied gene-editing techniques to reptiles.

Eat more plant protein for a longer and healthier life, new study concludes

In recent times, the human diet has changed substantially. We have access to an unprecedented variety of foods, yet meat consumption has increased dramatically: from 20 kilograms a year in 1961, to around 43 kilograms in 2014. However, recent studies have increasingly found that meat consumption can have negative health effects, and substitute meat for […]

Pet owners (and dog owners especially) are healthier, new study finds

In case you needed another reason to run down to the animal shelter, here's one.

Malaria eradication possible, but not with current tools

We need to step up our game, a lengthy report shows.

New research finds the neurons that makes mice itchy

"The takeaway is that this mechanical itch sensation is distinct from other forms of touch and it has this specialized pathway within the spinal cord," the authors explain.

Nigeria marks three years without a case of polio

Nigeria announced that three years have passed since it last recorded a case of polio, a key step towards eradicating the notorious disease in Africa, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). This is a big change from 2012 when the country accounted for more than half of all polio cases worldwide. While it can […]

Scientists find 14 biomarkers associated with dying from any cause

A blood test that scores a person's risk of death in the next five years could be based on these molecules.

Difficulties in accessing healthcare and bribery goes hand in hand in Africa

Roughly 14% of respondents said they had to bribe to obtain care at least once in the past year.

Americans spend $150 billion a year on illicit drugs

Americans' spending on drugs rivals spending on alcohol.

Could pollution exacerbate psychiatric disorders?

Breathe in that sweet urban air.

Urban parks make people 'as happy as Christmas' -- at least on Twitter

People who visit an urban park use happier language and express less negativity on Twitter for up to four hours.

Why victim blaming is so common in sexual harassment -- study sheds light on perpetrator empathy

Men's empathy for other men is likely at play, the new study suggests.

MDMA reduces alcoholism relapse, new study shows

The treatment is not only safe, but appears to be more effective than existing options.

Should doctors accept unvaccinated children as patients?

What do you think doctors should do in this situation?

Wearing a bike helmet makes your brain feel safer -- even when you're not in danger

"It is stunning to observe how suggestions can influence brain activity," the authors say.

Cat allergies could soon be over thanks to a new vaccine

According to the research, the vaccine was “well-tolerated without any overt toxicity”.

US FDA approves new treatment for drug-resistant TB

Few people affected by drug-resistant survive TB but new treatments offer a silver lining.

Sperm can now be easily separated into male and female

Choosing the sex of babies may be possible.

First chlamydia vaccine boosts immune response

Researchers may have finally found a way to prevent the most common sexually transmitted infection in the world.

Ebola may now be curable, clinical trial in Congo finds

"Now we can say that 90 percent can come out of treatment cured,” one scientist said in a statement. 

The first symptom of Alzheimer's is excessive sleepiness

Luckily it's not the only one because I already have it. Double helpings.

Cancer cells turned into fat to stop cancer development

study proved that one way to treat cancer is by exploiting one of its loopholes to convert cancerous cells into harmless fat, stopping it from growing and "healing" the body in the process.

Animals can experience post-traumatic stress disorder from exposure to predators

"Our findings support both the notion that PTSD is not unnatural, and that long-lasting effects of predator-induced fear with likely effects on fecundity and survival, are the norm in nature."

New gluten biomarker may lead to an easy blood test for diagnosing celiac disease

Celiac disease could someday be diagnosed with a few hours instead of weeks or months.

Having fast food shops on your way to work makes you fatter

Choose your food wisely and demand more of producers, the researchers advise us.

One in 300 people may have genes that make them elite early risers

Some people thrive on waking up at 4 AM every day -- and this might run in the family.

What are the healthiest oils to cook with? An explainer

Supermarket shelves are packed with a variety of cooking oils -- but which on to choose?

How virtual reality therapy can help people overcome phobias

Don't be afraid!

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