A new study suggests that susceptibility to a variety of respiratory infections maybe part of what protected children from severe COVID-19.
New Fabric Cools You Down When It Gets Hot
Researchers have invented a new fabric that reduces heat.
Researchers have invented a new fabric that reduces heat.
Standing Desks May Cut Pain and Boost Productivity
Workers looking to reduce discomfort and boost productivity may want to switch to a standing desk, according to new research.
Workers looking to reduce discomfort and boost productivity may want to switch to a standing desk, according to new research.
Why Do Some People Learn New Athletic Skills Faster?
According to a new study, the quick, athletic learners among us really are built differently—inside their brains.
According to a new study, the quick, athletic learners among us really are built differently—inside their brains.
Brain Activity Predicts Responses to Emotional Images
In a new study, researchers were able to predict a person’s response to emotionally charged scenes using brain imaging and computer modeling alone.
In a new study, researchers were able to predict a person’s response to emotionally charged scenes using brain imaging and computer modeling alone.
Food Insecurity Takes a Toll on Moms’ Mental Health
A new study shows that mothers’ mental health suffers when their families lack food resources.
A new study shows that mothers’ mental health suffers when their families lack food resources.
Teens Get Bored of Instagram ‘Content Soup’
New research finds that while some teens experience negative feelings when using Instagram, the dominant feeling they have around the platform is boredom.
New research finds that while some teens experience negative feelings when using Instagram, the dominant feeling they have around the platform is boredom.
The Right Fiber May Help You Lose Weight
New research suggests that consuming foods rich in beta-glucan, a type of fiber found in oats and barley, can reduce body weight and obesity.
New research suggests that consuming foods rich in beta-glucan, a type of fiber found in oats and barley, can reduce body weight and obesity.
Stress Takes a Toll on Caregivers at the Cellular Level
The stress caregivers of spouses with memory impairment face is linked to negative physical and mental health effects, including dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research.
The stress caregivers of spouses with memory impairment face is linked to negative physical and mental health effects, including dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research.
1 in 5 Us Farmers Binge Drink Alcohol to Deal with Stress
It’s much easier for them to turn inward and just consume alcohol,” she says.
It’s much easier for them to turn inward and just consume alcohol,” she says.
It May Be Hotter Than Your Weather App Says
There’s a strong chance that this summer’s scorching temperatures have been even hotter than reported for those living in underserved urban areas, according to new research.
There’s a strong chance that this summer’s scorching temperatures have been even hotter than reported for those living in underserved urban areas, according to new research.
Pollution Exposure Can Lead to Loss of Independence for Older Adults
This loss of independence has high emotional and financial costs for families and the health care system.
This loss of independence has high emotional and financial costs for families and the health care system.
Why Do People Cry?
An expert has answers for you about why people cry and the science behind tears.
An expert has answers for you about why people cry and the science behind tears.
AI Could Predict Alzheimer’s Disease Risk
A new artificial intelligence computer program, or model, shows promise in one day predicting if someone with mild cognitive impairment will develop the dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
A new artificial intelligence computer program, or model, shows promise in one day predicting if someone with mild cognitive impairment will develop the dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
ChatGPT Shows Hiring Bias Against People With Disabilities
ChatGPT consistently ranked resumes with disability-related honors and credentials—such as the “Tom Wilson Disability Leadership Award”—lower than the same resumes without those honors and credentials, according to new research.
ChatGPT consistently ranked resumes with disability-related honors and credentials—such as the “Tom Wilson Disability Leadership Award”—lower than the same resumes without those honors and credentials, according to new research.
How to Get Health Benefits From ‘Forest Bathing’
Immersing oneself in nature offers health benefits to adults and children alike. Experts have tips for you on how to get started.
Immersing oneself in nature offers health benefits to adults and children alike. Experts have tips for you on how to get started.