California startup claims to have injected AI-designed virus into humans for the first time
An artificial intelligence research lab in California said it has administered a personalized AI-designed virus to a human patient for the first time as a potential scalable solution to combating antibiotic-resistant superbugs. AI lab Radical Numerics…
Avian flu is raging on a mink farm. It could trigger a human pandemic, experts say, but authorities won’t act.
This story was originally published by ProPublicaa non-profit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Register to receive their biggest stories as soon as they are published. The strain of bird flu that has plagued U.S. barns over the past four years…
New OCD treatment is showing dramatic results in New Zealand, expert says – RNZ
New OCD treatment is showing dramatic results in New Zealand, expert says RNZ Brief treatment for OCD outperforms online CBT, trial finds Medical landscape Four-day intensive treatment for OCD tripled remission compared to unguided online therapy in…
Attackers kill nurse, injure health worker responding to Ebola case in eastern Congo
BUTEMBO, Congo (AP) — A nurse was killed and a health worker seriously injured after being attacked while responding to an Ebola alert in Congo, according to the World Health Organization. It is the latest in a series of attacks on health workers and…
“And all the mercury? Answers to your questions about force-feeding canned fish | Fish
Last summer I made canned fish my personality. I lived my pescatarian dream by trying 15 different varieties, from Fishwife’s trendy tuna to Wild Planet’s simple sardines. Before I started my testing, my editor had concerns and wondered,…
The simple act of smiling can promote joy, calm
Remembering to smile often can not only build more friendships, but also help you feel better. And rather than waiting for a reason to smile, the simple physical change of literally turning that frown around could have an impact on emotions, experts say.…
5 new discoveries about menopause that women should know
4. Your next prescription might be about exercise For women going through perimenopause and menopause, several clinical trials have shown that exercise, including yoga and strength training, can improve metabolic and cardiovascular health, bone density,…
Medical practices charge patients 10 times more by posing as hospitals
As U.S. hospitals buy a growing share of U.S. doctors’ offices, patients pay a high cost: Routine medical care is often billed at the much higher rate of hospital care, instead of the lower cost of procedures in a doctor’s office. Gn Health
The one drink recommended by dietitians before bed for better sleep
Dietitians unanimously recommend tart cherry juice for better sleep. It is rich in natural melatonin and antioxidants, which can help improve sleep duration, quality and efficiency, especially when consumed regularly before bed. Its sleep-promoting…
Massive study identifies genetic variants associated with five major personality traits
A massive genetic study offers one of the clearest pictures yet of how DNA contributes to personality, identifying genetic variants associated with five major personality traits. However, rather than discovering a handful of “personality…