The brain scans its surroundings in a steady rhythm and only turns off during deep sleep

The brain scans its surroundings in a steady rhythm and only turns off during deep sleep

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The brain is not only concerned with where we are right now. It also explores places we haven't been yet ...
Should women who use hormonal IUDs be concerned about developing cancer?

Should women who use hormonal IUDs be concerned about developing cancer?

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A new Danish study shows that women who use hormonal IUDs may have a higher risk of developing breast cancer, ...
Do COVID victims suffer from permanent memory loss? That conclusion from a 100,000 patient study is under scrutiny

Do COVID victims suffer permanent memory loss? Conclusion of a 100,000-patient study is under scrutiny

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In a recent study, researchers conclude that those who tested positive for Covid-19 reported worse memory than those who tested ...
Creatine: Is the popular supplement safe for non-athletes?

Creatine: Is the popular supplement safe for non-athletes?

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Creatine: Although the supplement has shown effects in some individuals, there are still gaps in our knowledge about it ...
The myth of the reptilian human brain is tenacious – but wrong

The myth of the reptilian human brain is tenacious – but wrong

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The reptilian brain is often blamed for our primitive instincts that can trigger fight, flight or freeze responses in us ...
Teenage brains are a cauldron of change: Here’s what happens on the inside and how it affects our looks and behavior

Teenage brains are a cauldron of change: Here’s what happens on the inside and how it affects our looks and behavior

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A lot happens when you reach puberty. Your voice may change and you will experience hair growth on parts of ...
Artificial intelligence (AI) can catch difficult-to-detect cancers in dense breasts–leading to better outcomes

Artificial intelligence (AI) can catch difficult-to-detect cancers in dense breasts–leading to better outcomes

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MRI scans provide more detailed images than conventional mammography. At the same time, it takes a lot of time for ...
‘Category X’: What's the science behind asexuality?

‘Category X’: What’s the science behind asexuality?

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“Asexuality is an identity on equal footing with heterosexuality, homosexuality and so on", says Sunniva Árja Tobiasen. She is one ...