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Who can say it's healthy? The FDA has a new definition for food labels

NPR Health

At a time when more than half the American diet comes from processed, packaged foods, the FDA has new rules aimed at helping people make healthier choices in the grocery store.

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Chart of life extended by nearly 1.5 billion years

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Fossilized skeletons and shells clearly show how evolution and extinction unfolded over the past half a billion years, but a new analysis extends the chart of life to nearly 2 billion years ago. The chart shows the relative ups and downs in species counts, telling scientists about the origin, diversification, and extinction of ancient life. With this new study, the chart of life now includes life forms from the Proterozoic Eon, 2,500 million to 539 million years ago.

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Think you can't dance? Get up and try these tips in our comic. We dare you!

NPR Health

Anyone can dance. As you read this comic, follow each step and you'll be moving and grooving in no time.

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Diversity of novel hydrothermal vent styles on the Arctic ocean floor

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A new study about Earth's northernmost seafloor hydrothermal system shows even more variety in vent styles than previously thought. The study has important implications for understanding the origin of these vents and assessing their global-scale impact on the Earth-Ocean system. The study also has implications for understanding and searching for habitable environments, and potentially even life on other ocean worlds in our outer solar system, according to the study's authors.

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The popular 'hospital-at-home' effort is at stake in the federal spending battle

NPR Health

Started during the pandemic, hundreds of hospitals in 39 states deliver acute inpatient care in people's homes. The popular program had a five-year extension in a stopgap spending agreement that is now in doubt.

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Petrochemical plants send millions of pounds of pollutants into waterways each year: Report

Environmental Health News

Nearly 70 petrochemical companies across the nation, including 30 in Texas, are sending millions of pounds of pollutants into waterways each year due to weak or nonexistent regulations, according to a report published by the watchdog group Environmental Integrity Project. The report analyzed wastewater discharges from petrochemical companies that produce plastics across the U.S., finding that a majority of the facilities had violated Clean Water Act permits and few were punished.

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APHA awards ceremony recognizes exceptional work on climate and health

Public Health Newswire

APHA Affiliates and individual members receive awards for innovative climate solutions

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New long COVID index highlights five symptom subtypes

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers provide a detailed report of the updated 2024 long COVID research index.

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Laser-based artificial neuron mimics nerve cell functions at lightning speed

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Researchers developed a laser-based artificial neuron that fully emulates the functions, dynamics and information processing of a biological graded neuron, which could lead to new breakthroughs in advanced computing. With a processing speed a billion times faster than nature, chip-based laser neuron could help advance AI tasks such as pattern recognition and sequence prediction.

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Add mumps vaccine to universal immunisation programme: Tamil Nadu to Centre

The Hindu

Tamil Nadu requests GoI to add mumps vaccine to UIP due to rising cases, emphasizing need for control and prevention.

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Tinkering with the 'clockwork' mechanisms of life

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Opening new doors for the development of nanotechnologies in medicine and other fields, scientists recreate and compare two natural mechanisms to better program the timescale of molecular communication and functionality.

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Research sheds light on the ethical complexities in conducting Industry-funded cannabis studies

News Medical Health Sciences

In the first study of its kind, research led by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) sheds light on the ethical complexities and systemic barriers facing scientists conducting cannabis research funded by the for-profit cannabis industry.

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Large Hadron Collider regularly makes magic

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A brotherly research duo has discovered that when the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) produces top quarks -- the heaviest known fundamental particles -- it regularly creates a property known as magic.

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Study shows beef can be part of a heart-healthy diet

News Medical Health Sciences

A recently published, comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis has added to the growing body of evidence showing that beef can be enjoyed in a heart-healthy diet.

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Antibody that neutralizes inhibitory factors involved in nerve regeneration leads to enhanced motor function after acute spinal cord injury

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Antibodies can improve the rehabilitation of people with acute spinal cord injury. Researchers have investigated this with promising results. For the first time, it was possible to identify patient groups that displayed a clinically relevant treatment effect.

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Chronic gut infection may play role in Alzheimer’s disease progression

News Medical Health Sciences

Arizona State University and Banner Alzheimer's Institute researchers, along with their collaborators, have discovered a surprising link between a chronic gut infection caused by a common virus and the development of Alzheimer's disease in a subset of people.

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Study finds slowing of age-related declines in older adults

Science Daily - Public Health

A new study reveals significant improvements in the health of older adults when compared to previous generations.

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Origins of lunar water and its connection to Earth's early history

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Scientists have unveiled groundbreaking research on the origins of lunar water, offering insights that could reshape our understanding of the Earth-Moon system and the broader solar system. The pioneering study explores the isotopic signatures of lunar water, revealing a mix of indigenous and cometary sources.

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The most popular public health stories of the year

Berkeley Public Health

The readers of UC Berkeley School of Public Healths Research News had a lot to select from in 2024.

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Meditation eases PTSD symptoms, with transcendental meditation showing major benefits

News Medical Health Sciences

Research indicates meditation techniques, particularly Transcendental Meditation, significantly alleviate PTSD symptoms, suggesting new avenues for therapy.

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AIG Hospital in Hyderabad hosts Indian debut of PillBot, a disposable endoscopy device

The Hindu

The PillBot, resembling an ordinary pill, contains a miniature camera and sensors that allow it to traverse the digestive system, capturing and transmitting images and videos to detect conditions such as ulcers, bleeding, and other abnormalities

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Breakthrough in antigen recognition: TRACeR-I enhances immune targeting

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers describe TRACeR-I, a protein platform that can be used to engineer immune responses.

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A festive flying reptile family reunion 150 million years in the making

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A new study finds nearly 50 hidden relatives of Pterodactylus, the first pterosaur. Joined by its newly discovered relatives, Pterodactylus's 'family' now encompasses tiny flaplings, a host of teenagers, some mums and dads and even a few large old seniors. Fluorescing bones stimulated by powerful LED UV torches, revealed invisible details of the head, hands and feet of Pterodactylus.

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The role of phytochemicals in combating metabolic diseases

News Medical Health Sciences

This editorial reviews the impact of phytochemicals on metabolic diseases, emphasizing their potential in reducing inflammation and improving health outcomes.

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Scientists design workaround that improves response to flu vaccine

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Stitching together four molecules found in the standard flu vaccine ensures an immune response to all of them, scientists have shown.

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Kaempferol boosts immune tolerance and fights allergies

News Medical Health Sciences

Kaempferol's role in Treg development is linked to Aldh1a2 activation in dendritic cells, highlighting its potential in suppressing inflammation and allergies.

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APHA awards ceremony recognizes exceptional work on climate and health

Public Health Newswire

APHA Affiliates and individual members receive awards for innovative climate solutions

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Can probiotics restore antibiotic-perturbed microbiota?

News Medical Health Sciences

Probiotics can reduce antibiotic-associated diarrhea but don't fully restore gut microbiota. Further studies are essential to evaluate their long-term effects.

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APHA awards ceremony recognizes exceptional work on climate and health

Public Health Newswire

APHA Affiliates and individual members receive awards for innovative climate solutions

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Breastfeeding after COVID-19 vaccination is safe, with minimal changes to milk composition

News Medical Health Sciences

This study reveals how SARS-CoV-2 infection significantly alters human milk composition, while COVID-19 vaccination causes minimal, transient changes, underscoring the safety of breastfeeding during vaccination.

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The Connection Between Brain Health & Holiday Loneliness

Black Health Matters

The holiday season can be a joyous time, but it can also bring about stress and loneliness, impacting both our brain health and overall well-being. Spotting early signs of mental decline in ourselves and our loved ones can be tricky, and understanding how to manage these feelings is important. We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Sharon A. Brangman, who brings a wealth of experience as a Trustee of the McKnight Brain Research Foundation.

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A new link between brain health and mitochondrial function

News Medical Health Sciences

New findings in mice have uncovered a crucial mechanism linking neuronal activity to mitochondrial function, researchers report, revealing a potential pathway to combat age-related cognitive decline. Mitochondria play a pivotal role in meeting the dynamic energy demands of neuronal activity, producing adenosine triphosphate (ATP) primarily via oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS).

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Top Digital Marketing Trends to Watch in 2025

Smart Data Collective

AI technology is changing our lives forever. This is one of the reasons that the market for it will be worth $184 billion this year. One of the biggest changes is in the marketing profession. Digital marketers are especially reliant on AI.

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Early physical therapy can help prevent lingering symptoms after concussion

News Medical Health Sciences

People who suffer from continued symptoms of concussion should seek a referral to physical therapy as soon as possible, new research from Oregon Health & Science University suggests.

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