he COVID-19 pandemic affected people of all ages and from different walks of life, but just how much did it impact adolescents? In a new study, a team of researchers found that it may have physically altered teens’ brains. For their study, published Thursday in Biological Psychiatry: Global Open Science, the researchers compared the brains of teens
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Editor’s note: Find the latest long COVID news and guidance in Medscape’s Long COVID Resource Center. Jackie Dishner hasn’t been the same since June 2020, when COVID-19 robbed her of her energy level, ability to think clearly, and sense of taste and smell. Yet at 58, the Arizona writer is in no hurry to get the
In a recent study published in Nature Medicine, researchers identified PASC [post-acute sequelae of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)] sub-phenotypes depending on conditions diagnosed within 1 to 3 months of acute infection by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Study: Data-driven identification of post-acute SARS-CoV-2 infection subphenotypes. Image Credit: males_design/Shutterstock Background Studies have examined PASC
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — The historic Artemis I mission, which is sending an uncrewed spacecraft on an unprecedented trip around the moon, is now in the final stretch of its historic journey. Orion, as NASA’s new space
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What role do togetherness and kindness play in our communities, local and beyond? In a brisk corner of the internet, more than 4,500 people come together for worldwide tropical cyclone discussion, and general weather observations. This group is made up of followers of Nathan Foy – creator of Force Thirteen, a YouTube channel that produces
Federal officials plan to let the mpox emergency declaration expire at the end of January as cases continue to decrease. “But we won’t take our foot off the gas — we will continue to monitor the case trends closely and encourage all at-risk individuals to get a free vaccine,” U.S. Department of Health and Human
People walk outside wearing masks during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in the Harlem area of the Manhattan borough of New York City, New York, February 10, 2022. Carlo Allegri | Reuters The Centers for Disease Control Prevention on Monday encouraged people to wear masks to help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses this season
Both medication and a specific form of talk therapy called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are proven evidence-based treatments for children and adolescents with anxiety disorders. But when CBT does not lead to improvement, do parents and their children opt to begin medication treatment? And what factors contribute to this decision? These were the questions researchers
Influenza hospitalizations this early in the season are higher than they have been in a decade, according to the CDC, with 14 pediatric deaths reported so far. “Since October 1, there have already been at least 8.7 million illnesses, 78,000 hospitalizations, and 4,500 deaths from flu,” said CDC Director Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH, on a
Our individual belief system plays a role in many aspects of our life, but have you considered how a belief system can impact your overall health? A relatively unexplored area of study, the individual belief system is increasingly becoming the focus of researchers who are looking to uncover the science behind personal beliefs and physical
The cost of medical school has increased significantly over the past 20 years and shows no sign of slowing down. If your dream is to become a doctor, but you’re worried about how you’ll be able to afford it, this video is for you. In the United States, medical school is an expensive ordeal. The
Is putting ourselves first always selfish? And is being selfish really always a bad thing? We explain more about healthy selfishness and how it can help you Being called selfish is an unpleasant blow. Socially speaking, the idea of being selfish is taboo: it’s something we should strive to avoid at all costs. To be
Immunotherapy is a godsend for cancer patients. However, not all patients respond positively to the therapy. A new study has a possible explanation as to why this occurs. A recent study conducted by Yale School of Medicine researchers, published in the journal Cancer Discovery, found the fault may lie in the DNA repair in tumors. “We
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Amgen Inc’s experimental obesity drug demonstrated promising durability trends in an early trial, paving the way for a larger mid-stage study early next year, company officials said ahead of a data presentation on Saturday. The small Phase I trial found that patients maintained their weight loss for 70 days after receiving
In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* server, researchers evaluated blood plasma proteins to identify new targets for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) treatment approaches and prevent complications associated with severe illness. Study: Proteomic profiling identifies biomarkers of COVID-19 severity. Image Credit: Billion Photos/Shutterstock Background There is an unmet need for effective therapies for severe
Editor’s Note: Netflix’s “Tiger King” exposed how tigers were being abused and exploited. This Sunday at 10 p.m. ET, “This Is Life with Lisa Ling” meets some of the people trying to shut it down. CNN — Dr. Mrinalini Watsa, a researcher at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance in California, scoops up soil from a
A new study supports the hypothesis that changes in levels of amyloid and tau occur many years before the emergence of clinical symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). “Our results confirm accelerated biomarker changes during preclinical AD and highlight the important role of amyloid levels in tau accelerations,” the investigators note. “These data may suggest that
Every weekday the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer holds a “Morning Meeting” livestream at 10:20 a.m. ET. Here’s a recap of Thursday’s key moments. Be cautious about Fed news We trimmed our position in COST Humana raises its guidance 1. Be cautious about Fed news Stocks fell on Thursday as the Street awaits Friday’s
Does stress during pregnancy impact children’s cell aging, and does race matter? The answer is yes, according to a new UC San Francisco study published Dec. 2 in Psychological Medicine. UCSF researchers followed 110 white and 112 Black women from age 10 to about 40 as well as their first child (average age 8) to
“Science is not done on Rumble.” — Katrine Wallace, PhD, of the University of Illinois in Chicago, commenting on the anti-vaccine documentary “Died Suddenly” that premiered on Twitter and Rumble earlier this month. “COVID or not, most physicians go to work even if they’re not feeling 100 percent.” — Joel Zivot, MD, of Emory University
All her life, Motsi Mabuse has worked hard for her countless achievements, but a highly critical and competitive industry led her to question her self-worth. Now, she’s taking back control, consciously practising self-love, radical acceptance of her vulnerability, and making time for those who light up her life By the time you read this Strictly
Because of high out-of-pocket costs of new-to-market neurologic drugs that are of similar benefit as older agents, only a small percentage of patients with neurologic disorders have access to these cutting-edge medications, new research shows. “Our study of people with neurologic conditions found fewer than 20% were being treated with new medications,” study author Brian
One in nine women in the developed world will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in her life. The prevalence of breast cancer is increasing, an effect caused in part by the modern lifestyle and increased lifespans. Thankfully, treatments are becoming more efficient and more personalized. However, what isn’t increasing – and is
Editor’s Note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. CNN — When the temperature drops and snow begins to fall, many people can’t wait to hit the slopes or ice rink. Winter fun is on their minds, not injury. Yet if you don’t thoughtfully prepare for your
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. COVID-19 vaccines retained the ability to prevent deaths from COVID-19 in children and adolescents regardless of the dominant circulating variant, in a new study. The vaccine’s effectiveness against infection in the short term has been established, as has the waning effectiveness
Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, testifies at a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies hearing to discuss President Biden’s fiscal year 2023 budget request for the National Institute of Health on Capitol Hill in Washington, May 17, 2022. Anna Rose
Research published in the New England Journal of Medicine has shown that a computerized program enhanced with driving simulation training with feedback lowers the risk of car crashes for teenagers with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Annie Artiga Garner, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology at Saint Louis University, is a co-investigator in the study, which