brain health

The ‘Psychobiome’: Intestinal Microorganisms That Might Affect Your Mood and Behavior

The ‘Psychobiome’: Intestinal Microorganisms That Might Affect Your Mood and Behavior

Microbiologists are hoping to use gut bacteria to find treatments for disorders of the brain and nervous system. Russian startup company Holobiome wishes to use the growing evidence linking gut bacteria to conditions ranging from autism to anxiety to lead them toward advancements in treatments. (1) Psychobiome Studies Target Many Conditions In addition to depression…

Zoom Fatigue
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Zoom Fatigue

We have all had to change our lifestyles during the pandemic, primarily how we conduct business. More and more of us are using “Zoom” to have meetings without colleagues from around the world. With the new technology and new way to conduct meetings, we are starting to suffer from “Zoom Fatigue.” There aren’t just business…

Kids and COVID-19 Transmission, Your Mental Health, and False Coronavirus Tips
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Kids and COVID-19 Transmission, Your Mental Health, and False Coronavirus Tips

A small study in China found that children can shed the coronavirus even after their symptoms are gone. They tested negative for the virus. Out of 745 babies and children who came into close contact with confirmed coronavirus patients, only 10 tested positive for the virus. Through fecal testing and standard testing techniques, researchers discovered…

New Antibiotic Discovered Using Artificial Intelligence
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New Antibiotic Discovered Using Artificial Intelligence

Researchers from MIT have discovered a powerful new antibiotic by way of artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence technology has been around for a while. But, now it is being used to study molecular structures. These scientists were able to train a deep learning algorithm to evaluate over a hundred million chemical compounds to identify antibiotic molecules…

New Study Reports Alarming Surge in Electric Scooter Accidents
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New Study Reports Alarming Surge in Electric Scooter Accidents

A new study is finding that an alarming number of young adults are winding up in the emergency room across the nation. And, this time, it’s not from e-cigarettes, it’s from e-scooters. These scooters have become quite popular over the last few years and, unfortunately, that means so have trips to the ER. One study…

A New Autism Guideline Focuses On Early Diagnosis and Treatment
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A New Autism Guideline Focuses On Early Diagnosis and Treatment

The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its recommendations for the first time in 12 years when it comes to autism diagnoses. Instead of waiting for formal evaluations, they are urging doctors to identify at-risk children as soon as possible. They would like doctors to begin checking for signs of autism at every well-baby visit…