Rugby players are 15 times more likely to face fatal brain diseases like dementia. This is the conclusion reached by scientists from the University of Glasgow. The study demonstrated that the game of rugby is a deadly sport. Such athletes are 15 times more likely to develop incurable neurological disorders. Former International Rugby Union players…
A certain number of people of deeply advanced age retain an amazing sharpness of mind. And now scientists have found out how they do it. Old age, unfortunately, is accompanied by the extinction of all body functions, including muscle strength and intelligence. However, in some people over the age of 80, it can be so…
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have found that artificial intelligence-based diagnostics help detect atrial fibrillation. To do this, the machine must be given to analyze the electrocardiogram data. There are a huge number of people in the world who do not know about the presence of atrial fibrillation, which threatens the risk of stroke. That…
A new study has asked whether aluminum, which is part of some childhood vaccines, can cause childhood asthma. But even if this connection is detected, this component will not be removed from the vaccines. Scientists from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia again wondered whether aluminum, which has been used as an additive to childhood vaccines…
Researchers from the USA have figured out how to achieve the greatest effect when taking pills. It turns out that a person’s posture while drinking medications is essential. The speed of action of the pill consumed depends on whether we are sitting, standing or lying on our back. This conclusion was reached by scientists from…
Tiny particles of plastic penetrate into the cells of the lungs and liver, disrupting their metabolism. Scientists from the Middle Kingdom came to such a sad conclusion. Scientists from China and Hong Kong have published the results of a study that proved another insidious ability of microplastics. These tiny particles of plastic, less than 5…
Alzheimer’s disease can start unnoticed. So, one of its signs — forgetfulness — is often attributed to fatigue and stress. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, a condition in which the brain stops performing its functions. The disease causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Experts from the dementia charity Alzheimer’s Research…
Researchers have managed to genetically modify mosquitoes so that they are not able to spread malaria. This can affect the incidence rate of millions of people in different countries of the world. Malaria is a very dangerous disease that is spread by mosquito bites. Researchers at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s Institute for Disease…
Postcovid syndrome has been associated with the possibility of developing autoimmune diseases. These include multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis One of the severe consequences of the coronavirus may be a compromised immune system, since its functionality will be disrupted due to the battles of white cells with infection. This was known before, but the long-term…
Chinese scientists from Shandong University have come to the paradoxical conclusion that a short sleep duration is a protective factor against senile dementia. Besides, people need to go to bed later. A new study has shown that older people who prefer to go to bed early and sleep longer are more likely to experience senile…
