Chemical imbalance theory of depression: clearing up some misconceptions
fizkes/ShutterstockThe scale of the response to our recent study finding that there was no support for the idea that low...
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Over-the-counter hearing aids have been greenlighted by the FDA – your local pharmacist will soon be able to sell you the device you need
The FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017 designated a new class of OTC hearing aids. Heizeng Hu/Moment via Getty ImagesAfter a...
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There is an urgent need to prevent the lifelong damage caused by adverse childhood experiences
Recent advances in research on human development, and brain science in particular, have revealed that traumatic childhood literally changes the...
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Two surprising reasons behind the obesity epidemic: Too much salt, not enough water
Salty french fries may taste good, but they just contribute to dehydration and obesity. William Voon/EyeEm via Getty ImagesScientific studies...
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Serena Williams: why many female athletes feel pressure to retire after becoming mothers
Williams has won 23 grand slams in her career. photoyh/ ShutterstockSerena Williams has announced she’s retiring from tennis. During her...
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Williams has won 23 grand slams in her career. photoyh/ ShutterstockSerena Williams has announced she’s retiring from tennis. During her...
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NHS dentistry is at breaking point – only radical action may be enough to fix it
Those lucky enough to get an appointment often have to wait months for their care. DC Studio/ ShutterstockAlmost 90% of...
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Alzheimer’s theory undermined by accusations of manipulated data – but does not bring dementia research to its knees
LightField Studios/ShutterstockA scientist-cum-detective has presented evidence that images used to support the case for amyloid protein being the main protagonist...
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What is listeria? A microbiologist explains the bacterium behind recent deadly food poisoning outbreaks
Investigators in Florida traced a listeria outbreak to ice cream. Graiki/Moment via Getty ImagesBacteria do, and will, end up in...
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Summer colds: this may explain why so many have suffered them this year
Enteroviruses and parainfluenza 3 virus are more common in summer. Estrada Anton/ ShutterstockMost of us associate colds and the flu...
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