Cannabis use linked to higher risk of severe COVID
Cannabis use significantly increases the risk of severe COVID-19, according to a study that found cannabis users are more likely to require hospital admission and intensive care if they become infected...
Smoking one or two cigarettes a day during pregnancy can harm the baby
Smoking even one or two cigarettes a day before or during pregnancy is linked to health problems in newborns, warns a study that highlights the importance of quitting tobacco before conception...
The brain creates copies of the same memory to better predict the future
A new study has revealed how the brain stores memories in multiple neural copies that vary over time, a finding that could revolutionize our understanding of memory and its adaptability throughout...
Being a weekend warrior athlete protects brain health
Weekend warriors who cram all their physical activity into a couple of days can reap the same mental and brain health benefits as those who exercise all week long.Work, daily chores...
A new compound can reduce appetite and prevent Alzheimer’s
A compound has been developed that not only suppresses appetite but could also protect the brain against Alzheimer's, a breakthrough that could revolutionize the treatment of obesity and neurodegenerative diseases.A team...
Genetic variant identified that can cause early menopause
A hereditary genetic variant has been discovered that leads to primary ovarian failure and brings forward menopause by nine years on average, a discovery that could revolutionize the management of female...
Ketamine in pill form effectively combats drug-resistant depression
Ketamine extended-release tablets are confirmed to be safe and effective in patients with treatment-resistant depression and have fewer side effects than ketamine administered intranasally or intravenously.Treatment-resistant major depressive disorder is a...
15 minutes of exercise at work benefits health
A 15-minute daily fun exercise program at work can significantly increase employees' physical activity, helping them meet exercise recommendations and improving their health and well-being.Businesses often implement various wellness initiatives, such...
Europe approves Moderna’s mRNA vaccine against RSV for people over 60
The European Commission has approved the marketing of mRESVIA, an mRNA vaccine developed by Moderna to protect people over 60 years of age against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), based on the...
The key to children’s success in school is revealed
Genetic factors, the student's environment and non-cognitive skills such as determination, perseverance and interest in learning, among others, are as important as intelligence for good academic performance.A new study has revealed...
HPV infection can reduce fertility in men
Human papillomavirus can cause cancer and also negatively affect male fertility, as a new study reveals that men infected with high-risk HPV genotypes could suffer sperm damage.Cervical cancer is the fourth...
Cancer drug could reverse early-stage Alzheimer’s
A class of drugs intended to fight cancer could be used to treat neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, as a study has found they could restore brain function and memory.A type...
Symptoms of long COVID are different in children and adolescents
A new study reveals the most common symptoms of long-term COVID in children and adolescents and shows that they are different from those in adults, a finding that will help identify...
Hormone therapy developed to treat anxiety or introversion
Spanish researchers have developed and patented a therapy to treat anxiety and extreme introversion that is based on hormones produced by the brain, and which could constitute an alternative to drugs...
Ozempic may reduce heart attack risk in obese people
The obesity drug semaglutide (Ozempic) may significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks and other serious cardiovascular events in overweight people, including patients with heart failure.The anti-obesity drug semaglutide – the...
Heat-related deaths will triple in Europe by the end of the century
A new study warns that if current climate policies are maintained, heat-related deaths in Europe could triple by 2100, particularly affecting southern countries and older people.High temperatures associated with climate change...
Benefits of intermittent fasting and its potential risks revealed
Low-calorie diets and intermittent fasting may improve intestinal regeneration, but restarting eating after fasting could increase the risk of developing intestinal tumors in the case of cancerous mutations.Low-calorie diets and intermittent...
An artificial intelligence model predicts autism in young children
A new artificial intelligence model predicts autism in children under two with 80% accuracy using accessible data and without invasive testing, potentially revolutionizing early detection and treatment of autism.A new machine...
Suffering from anxiety can double the risk of developing Parkinson’s
People over 50 with anxiety are twice as likely to be diagnosed with Parkinson's, according to a study that suggests anxiety could be considered an early indicator of the neurodegenerative disease.New...
Health authorities ban several slimming products due to their harmful effects on health
The AEMPS prohibits the marketing of various slimming products that contain sibutramine, a substance not declared on their labels and potentially dangerous to health, as it can cause arrhythmias and serious...
Manuka honey may help prevent and treat breast cancer
Manuka honey could become a promising natural alternative for preventing and treating the most common type of breast cancer, according to a study that has proven its ability to shrink tumors...
Children whose parents abuse smartphones may have worse mental health
Excessive smartphone use by parents reduces interaction with their children and may encourage inattention and hyperactivity in developing adolescents, as well as anxiety symptoms.Excessive dependence on mobile phones is not only...
Alcohol and drug use kills 3.2 million people every year
A World Health Organization report links alcohol and psychoactive drug use to 3.2 million deaths a year, most of them men, and underlines the urgent need to take measures to reduce...
A compound in olive oil improves recovery after a stroke
Hydroxytyrosol is a compound found in olive oil that has been identified by Spanish scientists as having anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and could facilitate the recovery of patients who have suffered...
Alcohol during pregnancy affects babies with a genetic variant more
Spanish researchers have found that genetic variants in a fetus may influence its vulnerability to alcohol during pregnancy, increasing the risk of developing Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and other serious disorders.Several studies...
Smoking is one of the factors that most accelerates cognitive decline
Lifestyle can accelerate cognitive decline associated with ageing and a study reveals that smoking is one of the factors that most influences the loss of cognitive abilities and that certain habits...
Memory is restored and consolidated during the deep sleep phase
Enjoying a good night's sleep not only recharges our energy, but also resets our memory by allowing neurons to reconfigure themselves and thus facilitating continuous learning without exhausting brain resources.We all...
A hormone that strengthens bones and could combat osteoporosis has been discovered
A hormone that keeps bones strong in breastfeeding women despite calcium loss in milk could help heal bone fractures and treat osteoporosis in the general population, researchers have discovered.A new study...
31 markers associated with autism identified in the intestinal microbiota
An analysis of the intestinal microbiota of 1,627 children with and without autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has identified 31 biological markers associated with autism that could help in its early detection...
Red meat and other products linked to risk of type 2 diabetes
Higher consumption of heme iron, found in red meat and other animal products, is linked to a 26% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, underscoring the importance of opting for...
