A CT (computed tomography) scan is an imaging test that assists doctors in detecting various diseases and injuries. These advanced X-rays provide healthcare practitioners with a detailed look inside your body, allowing them to see what is happening in your soft tissues and bones. While these tests are noninvasive and painless, researchers have warned of...
Osteoporosis is a disease that leads to weakened bones, making broken bones from accidental falls more likely. In fact, many people aren’t even aware that they have the condition until it causes them to break one of their bones. The disease is prevalent among people over 50 years of age, with experts estimating that half...
The question of whether adult brains grow new brain cells has been debated for more than 60 years. Known as “neurogenesis”, this process has been observed in the brain of other adult animals, yet its existence in human brains has until now been hypothetical. However, researchers have recently discovered new neurons in the brains of...
Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, affecting around 6.9 million people in the United States aged 65 and older. Alzheimer’s disease causes significant memory loss and affects the afflicted person’s ability to perform everyday activities. In advanced stages, the disease can result in loss of brain function and even death, yet there is...
Pop culture is full of references to messages from outer space. Some of them were friendly attempts at communication, such as the five-note musical sequence transmitted to Earth by aliens in Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977). Others were more ominous, such as a coded countdown to an attack in the movie Independence Day...
In 2024 there were reports that Russia discovered around 551 billion barrels worth of oil in Antarctica. Considering that this is 10 times more than all the oil extracted from the North Sea over the last 50 years, this discovery could dramatically shift global dynamics. The discovery was made by Russian research vessels while carrying...
We barely think about our cars’ engines until they suddenly start making a weird noise or emitting smoke. The same can be said for our bodies; we never pay attention to our joints until they suddenly start hurting. However, the sooner you start looking after your joints, the better they will function in the long...
While researchers have recently revealed Metformin’s colon cancer prevention properties, it is not actually a new drug on the market. In fact, it is the most prescribed drug for diabetes treatment globally. In early May, researchers shared their research at the American Association for Cancer Research conference in Chicago. During their presentation, they showed how...
Anything seems possible in our dreams. However, we are typically unaware that we are dreaming and have no control over our own actions. But what if we were capable of tapping into the infinite possibilities that dreams offer while remaining aware that we were dreaming? You would be able to be anyone, go anywhere, and...
This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links Researchers are constantly learning more about how what we consume affects our brain health. Recently, the mineral magnesium has started gaining considerable attention due to its positive impact on brain resilience and clarity....
There’s no denying that modern life is taking a toll on our eyes. Our reliance on technology has led to a world where many of us spend hours staring at screens. Add to that the impact of environmental pollution and the natural aging process, and you may understand why our eyes are constantly under significant...
In an exciting and rare new discovery, astronomers recently confirmed that a third known interstellar object has entered our solar system. The interstellar comet, dubbed “3I/ATLAS”, was initially spotted by the Deep Random Survey remote telescope in Chile on the 1st of July 2025. The comet immediately grabbed the attention of astronomers due to its...
