According to anesthetist Dr. Zain Hasan, there are five common prescription medications that can increase dementia risk. Dementia is a disease that slowly takes away your independence and memories and millions of people suffer from it across the globe. However, new research shows four in ten cases could be prevented by incorporating a few basic...
While people typically assume that vaping is relatively safe, a new study has shown that even using vapes that contain no nicotine can be harmful. The study compared zero-nicotine vapes with other devices or rolled cigarettes that contain this addictive chemical. While you may be aware that vaping is not as safe as once assumed,...
Deep beneath Antarctica‘s vast expanse lies a concealed wonder that has remained untouched by human activity for millions of years. The ancient Lake Vostok, which is submerged under almost 4 kilometers of ice, is one of the most fascinating and mysterious places on our planet. Scientists feel that it could potentially hold the key to...
Over six million people in America have Alzheimer’s, and this alarming figure is anticipated to grow as the population ages. Right now, specialists are working relentlessly to solve the mysteries of this debilitating disease. Thankfully, a new study has shown a possible correlation between adult vaccination and a lower chance of developing Alzheimer’s. This discovery...
A sociopath can be recognized by their lack of empathy towards others. Most of the relationships that sociopaths form serve to benefit themselves. However, it’s not always that easy to spot a sociopath right away. Luckily, there are several phrases that sociopaths commonly use that may provide clarity if you are trying to recognize one....
Can you imagine a world where space travel no longer relies on exhaust systems? If that happened, then space exploration would become far more accessible and sustainable. Believe it or not, that world might not be as far off as it seems. This is thanks to a revolutionary innovation: the propellant-less rocket! Spearheaded by a...
Whether you work from an office or work remotely, chances are that you spend a considerable amount of your time sitting. Then there are the after-work hours spent sitting on your favorite sofa or browsing the internet from your home desk. Once you add up all of those hours, chances are that you will have...
A 14-year-old boy from Georgia, Sirish Subash, recently won the award for America’s Top Young Scientist at the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. His invention, which promises to change the way we look at food safety, won the 9th grader a $25,000 grand prize! So, what was his invention? Providing a potential solution we have had...
Throughout human history, humans have looked toward nature for signs of an impending disaster. Their observations typically stemmed from a mixture of real recognizable patterns in nature and cultural beliefs. For example, they noticed that birds would suddenly leave the area just before earthquakes and storms and dogs would start acting anxious. They even noticed...
There are many reasons that people stop eating meat. Some people change their diets because of the welfare of the animals. Some people stop eating meat because of the destruction of land resulting from livestock. Other people may stop for health reasons. Now, more than ever before, people are choosing plant-based diets over meaty-heavy ones. ...
Dementia is an illness that affects millions of people worldwide. It results in a gradual decline in memory, reasoning, and daily functioning. While dementia is commonly associated with aging, it can afflict anybody, and early detection is critical for effective therapy. Although the illness is permanent, knowing the dementia warning signs can make a big...
Doctors are advising people to check whether they have a worrying disease by taking a quick test at home. This advice is particularly applicable to those who experience unbearable coldness and numbness in their toes and fingers when exposed to cold temperatures. Known as Raynaud’s disease, symptoms include a change of color in your fingers...
