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In Marvel and DC movies, rough childhoods do not doom characters to become villains.
Social Science

Marvel and DC Movies: Trauma and character development

PLOS

The study highlights the use of unconventional approaches to explore trauma and child development.

An older adult surfing the web.
Health

Cybercrime and its devastating effects on older adults

PLOS

Black or multi-ethnic men who report poor health are at greater risk of victimization.

Ovum and sperm.
Health

The impact of preconception health on pregnancy and childhood

PLOS

Smoking and soda consumption have decreased, but overweight and obesity rates continue to rise.

stethoscope
Health

The importance of healthcare worker rights in pandemic times

PLOS

Fair pay policies are common, but mental health services and non-discrimination policies need improvement.

reading newspaper.
Social Science

The influence of fake news and conspiracy theories

PLOS

Mistrust is associated with conspiracy thinking and vaccine hesitancy.

Manmade sounds such vehicle traffic
Environment

Traffic noise raises stress and anxiety levels

PLOS

Nature soundscapes lower stress and anxiety, while road traffic noise raises them.

use of ai for medicine
AI & Machine Learning

New AI prediction model targets infection more accurately

Jay Kakade

Researchers at the University of Liverpool have demonstrated a novel approach to deal with the infections. The team has described the use of artificial...

the left is the main deck gallery containing the real artefacts, positioned opposite where they were found during the excavation.
Science

New study reveals the impact of handedness on bones

PLOS

Studying ancient human skeletons enhances our understanding of bone chemistry changes as we age.

Exhaled breath is collected from a wild bottlenose dolphin
Science

Microplastics detected in dolphin breath

PLOS

U.S. study suggests dolphins could be exposed to potentially harmful microplastics through inhalation.

women’s quality of life and health.
Science

The impact of environmental quality of life on women

PLOS

Unique cross-cultural data could inform interventions that boost women's health over the lifespan.

Image showing mosquito.
Health

A Promising new weapon against drug-resistant malaria

Dr. Prajakta Banik

A new chemical compound called MED6-189 that effectively fights parasites resistant to common malaria drugs.

Image showing heart
Health

A new hope for preventing heart failure and reducing fibrosis

Dr. Prajakta Banik

As people age, more patients are developing heart failure. A study from Nagoya University found that an enzyme called PKN is linked to heart...

Health

Asthma rates lowers in children who were only breastfed at birth

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Infants who were only fed breast milk in the hospital after birth were 22% less likely to develop asthma in early childhood.

Health

The Urgent call for menstrual equity and public health solutions

Dr. Prajakta Banik

American Academy of Pediatrics found that one in three teens visiting a pediatric emergency department struggle for menstruation products.

Global climate change will increase diarrhoea hospitalisation
Health

Understanding the impact of diarrheal disease in Dhaka

PLOS

Temperature increases of 1.5 °C to 2 °C could increase hospitalizations by 4.5% to 7.4% in Dhaka.

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Health

Boosting cells to fight aging and disease

Dr. Prajakta Banik

But what if we could recharge our cells to help fight aging and diseases? As we age or face illnesses, our cells fights.

Health

Fecal transplants can lower ADHD and anxiety symptoms in dogs with epilepsy

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Fecal microbiota transplant (FMT), a treatment that uses an enema and has gained popularity in human medicine.

Image showing archeologist examining tooth.
Health

Tooth enamel proteins provide insights into human health

Dr. Prajakta Banik

While tooth enamel has helped identify a person's sex, this research focuses on serum proteins in the enamel.

Doctor's Stethoscope and coffee placed on table
Health

Moderate coffee may reduce heart and metabolism disease risk

Dr. Prajakta Banik

According to new research, drinking moderate amounts of coffee or caffeine may help protect against diseases like type 2 diabetes, strokes.

pregnant lady
Health

High-fat, sugary diets in pregnancy raise future health risks for babies

Dr. Prajakta Banik

A study in the Journal of Physiology shows that a high-fat, sugary diet during pregnancy disrupts an essential thyroid hormone.

Side view of personal fitness female trainer helping motivated fat woman lose weight outside running
Health

Regular exercisers have healthier belly fat

Dr. Prajakta Banik

People with obesity who exercise regularly have healthier belly fat and store fat better than those who don't exercise.

Sad PTSD woman patient in therapy for mental health
Health

The relationship between PTSD and early menopause

Dr. Prajakta Banik

PTSD often causes mental health problems like anxiety and anger and can also lead to physical issues like headaches and body aches.

Cardiologist Explaining Heart Health
Health

Is hormone therapy safe for the heart?

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Using WHI data, this new study suggests that long-term use of specific hormone therapies may help heart health.

Image showing HighResolution Microscopic View of Colorful Bacteria in a Vibrant Environment Showcasing Detailed Cellular Structures and Microbial Diversity for Scientific and Educational Use
Health

Natural probiotics found in UK newborns’ gut microbiomes

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Researchers have found a type of bacteria in UK newborns that helps digest breast milk and protects their gut from harmful pathogens.

Both cats and dogs often enjoy playing fetch with their owners.
Social Science

Playing fetch: Not just for dogs but cats too

PLOS

4 in 10 cats and almost 8 in 10 dogs retrieve objects, especially young, healthy males.

This finger wrap is powered by the wearer's fingertip sweat—and also monitors levels of glucose, lactate, vitamin C and levodopa in that same sweat.
Technology

Electronic finger wrap provides health monitoring at your fingertips

Ashwini Sakharkar

This finger wrap is powered by the wearer's fingertip sweat.

Diagnostic labels have mixed blessings.  
Health

The impact of diagnostic labels on mental health

PLOS

The presence of labels may increase empathy, concern for affected individuals, and pessimism about recovery.

Vancomycin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (VRSA)
Science

Exploring the potential of vancomycin resistance in bacteria

PLOS

Compensatory mutations enabled vancomycin resistance to persist through several generations.

Fig 2. Proportion of health spending that is development assistance, 2021.
Health

Slow growth in health sector spending: Implications for Sub-Saharan Africa

PLOS

Government underinvestment and reduced donor contributions hinder health spending growth in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Health

Protect oral health using fruit biomass

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Bacteria cause periodontal disease and affect both oral and internal health and good oral care is essential.

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