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Microplastics found in human heart
A recent study conducted by the Capital Medical University (CMU) has found that microplastic particles can accumulate in the human heart and bloodstream. The study,
Cannabis Linked to Heart Risks
A new study from the University of Calgary has found that adults with cannabis use disorder have a significantly higher risk of experiencing serious cardiovascular
Sitting Increases Dementia Risk
Sitting for ten hours or more daily significantly increases the risk of dementia, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical
Processed Foods Harmful to Babies
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid consuming highly processed foods as a common additive can harm the health of their children, warn researchers. The scientists
Gene Therapy Cures Alcohol Addiction
A groundbreaking gene therapy that involves implanting a virus into the brain can reduce alcohol consumption in heavy drinkers to almost zero. This treatment could
Weekend Sleep Catch-Up: Myth or Reality?
A recent study conducted by researchers at Pennsylvania State University (PSU) has shown that despite the high health risks associated with sleep deprivation, only 65%
Preservatives increase risk of type 2 diabetes
The use of nitrites as preservatives in food significantly increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a study by scientists at Sorbonne University.
Toxicity of Menthol E-Cigarettes
A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh has found that e-cigarette liquids containing menthol release more toxic micro-particles that can impair
Alcohol abuse costs exceed taxes
Excessive alcohol consumption causes high damages that are not covered by the taxation of the drug. As a result, people who do not drink or
Microplastics in Contact Lenses: Eye Danger
A new study by scientists at Nanjing University has found that contact lenses can release microplastic particles into the eyes when exposed to sunlight. The
