Scientists find less invasive way to test for Alzheimer's
The discovery offers hope of earlier detection for millions of possible sufferers of the debilitating disease.
Fertility experts warn against electric blankets in U.S. cold snap
Could our cold weather sleeping habits be responsible for declining fertility?
Scientists warn 1-in-3 kids with meningitis suffer permanent brain damage
Bacterial meningitis affects roughly 3,000 people every year in the U.S., many of whom are children.
New infectious bacteria species found in hospital patient's blood
Scientists in the U.K. believe the patient, a 55-year-old English shepherd, was likely infected while handling sheep.
COVID market origins hypothesis challenged by statisticians
The researchers describe the original study as "fundamentally flawed."
Multivitamins may boost memory and brain health in older adults
A major study showed that a single daily supplement slowed cognitive aging by the equivalent of two years compared with a placebo.
Neuroscientists discover the gut-brain link activated by sugar and fat
The research reveals why we find foods like chocolate and doughnuts so irresistible, and may provide useful insights for future weight loss strategies.
Not brushing teeth could harm your baby, pregnant mothers warned
Oral plaque accumulation in expectant mothers is a significant determinant of fungal transmission to newborns, scientists warn.
Sleep psychologists reveal why you should never hit snooze
While a one-off snooze might just leave you feeling groggy, this habit can lead to serious health complications further down the line.
Teenage stress linked to health problems later in life
A poll of more than 35,800 American teens found that nearly half of them were stressed "all the time."
Scientists may finally know why dogs wag their tails
Many animals have tails, but the way dogs use their tails is totally unique.
Parents warned against giving children fruit juice daily
Childhood obesity affects roughly 14.7 million children in the United States, and fruit juice could be part of the problem.
Mystery snakeworm new to science discovered in Alaska in "X-Files case"
"It's a rare day when someone brings me an insect in Alaska that leaves me totally dumbfounded," Alaska wildlife expert Derek Sikes told Newsweek.
Scientists discover "key stepping stone" to the origin of life
"This research may also help inform the search for similar chemistry, and the origin of life, elsewhere in our solar system," researchers told Newsweek.
Alzheimer's breakthrough as five new subgroups identified
The discovery paves the way toward more personalized treatments for Alzheimer's patients.
Psychologists debunk common myth about first impressions
In our increasingly online world, ruled by social media, will you ever be able to shake a first impression?
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Americans eat up to 3.8 million bits of plastic each year via protein alone
Some protein sources contain significantly more microplastics than others—and not just seafood.
Dentist warns of link between not brushing your teeth and dementia
"The public needs to be more aware of the correlation between oral health and cognitive abilities," researchers told Newsweek.
Neuroscientists find the "chemical imprint" that keeps love alive
The discovery sheds a light on the brain's built-in mechanism to protect us from endless unrequited love.
Alzheimer's mysterious origins may lie in exhausted cells unable to cope
A discovery has important implications for future treatments and may explain why patients respond differently to different drugs.
Rising pedestrian deaths are uniquely "an American thing"
Pedestrian deaths in the U.S. have reached a 40-year high while decreasing 28 percent over the last decade worldwide.
The US cities facing depopulation by 2100
Nearly half of U.S. cities are expected to see some sort of population decline in the next 80 years, but some areas will be hit harder than others.
Scientists identify brain region that controls how deeply you fall in love
This neurological network controls roughly 9 percent of the variance in intensity of romantic love, scientists say.
Couple discover rare red-eyed snake lurking nearby during lunch
Experts issued an unusual warning to the couple, imploring them not to share their location with "unscrupulous people."
MS is more prevalent in America due to ancient sheep farming
"In many ways, we are not optimally adapted to the environment we have created for ourselves today," the researchers told Newsweek.
Toxicologists find 829 chemicals in everyday items may cause breast cancer
"Breast cancer is a hormonal disease, so the fact that so many chemicals can alter estrogen and progesterone is concerning," the researchers said.
Vegetarians and vegans at significantly lower risk of COVID, study claims
Those on plant-based diets were 39 percent less likely to be infected by COVID-19.
Gynecological expert the best way to sleep for a healthy vagina
Your sleep environment could be leaving you open to vaginal infections.
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Chemists warn bottled water 100 times worse for plastic than thought
The water tested was found to contain 240,000 plastic particles per liter on average, scientists warn.
Watching TV linked to abnormal behavior in toddlers, parents warned
"This association could have important implications for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism," researchers say.