When you think of stress, it probably brings negative emotions to mind. But some stress is good for you, like the anticipation you feel when you start a new relationship or job. It can fuel excitement and make you want to do and achieve more. Stress can also help you be prepared to face challenges… Read More »
Having HIV is not an independent risk factor for severe COVID-19 and death amongst patients hospitalised with COVID-19, according to a Zambian study published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. However, patients with more severe HIV infection are more likely to develop severe COVID-19 or die of COVID-19 compared to those without complications. “This… Read More »
Alzheimer’s disease continues to be a leading cause of death in the U.S., with 1 in 3 seniors dying with Alzheimer’s or dementia — more than the number killed by breast and prostate cancers combined.1 While a cure has remained elusive, the connection between brain health and gut microbiota has grown clearer, and research suggests… Read More »
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, March 4, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and other learning disabilities are more common in families locked into a cycle of poverty, a new U.S. government report suggests. Nearly 19% of children living in families below the federal poverty level had a diagnosis of ADHD or… Read More »
Brain functions are made possible by circuits of spiking neurons, connected together by microscopic, but highly complex links called ‘synapses’. In this new study, published in the scientific journal Nature Scientific Reports, the scientists created a hybrid neural network where biological and artificial neurons in different parts of the world were able to communicate with… Read More »
Penis size can cause concern in some people. Having a small penis might affect a person’s self-confidence and lead to feelings of anxiety. One of the many myths surrounding masturbation is the idea that it can make a person’s penis bigger or smaller. However, these myths can worsen anxiety in people who already have issues… Read More »