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US researchers discover possible launch site for Russian nuclear missiles


US researchers discover possible launch site for Russian nuclear missiles

WASHINGTON – Two U.S. researchers say they have identified the likely deployment location of Russia’s 9M370 Burevestnik, a new nuclear-powered cruise missile that President Vladimir Putin has touted as “invincible.” Putin has said the weapon – dubbed the SSC-X-9 Skyfall by NATO – has a nearly unlimited range and can evade US missile defenses. But […]

Cannabis and hallucinogen use remained at an all-time high among adults in 2023


Cannabis and hallucinogen use remained at an all-time high among adults in 2023

The percentage of adults who used cannabis and hallucinogens in the past year remained at historically high levels in 2023, according to the latest results of the University of Michigan’s Monitoring the Future survey. The results show that the prevalence of adults aged 19 to 30 and 35 to 50 who used cannabis and hallucinogens […]

Indiana Farm Event discusses food security and national security


Indiana Farm Event discusses food security and national security

CRITICAL DISCUSSION… Agricultural research has one of the highest returns of all public investments PUBLISHED ON 28 August 2024 Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-2) spoke to farmers, industry representatives and students at a farm event in Indiana this week about the urgent need for greater investment in agricultural research and development to improve global food security. […]

High consumption of highly processed foods leads to increasing BMI and fat percentage in young children


High consumption of highly processed foods leads to increasing BMI and fat percentage in young children

In a recent study published in BMC Medicine, researchers investigated the association between ultra-processed food (UPF) intake, obesity, and metabolic indicators in preschool children in Chile. Study: Consumption of highly processed foods was associated with obesity but not with metabolic indicators in a prospective cohort study of Chilean preschool childrenPhoto credit: Rimma Bondarenko/Shutterstock.com background Childhood […]

Children see less and less advertising for unhealthy food on television, but still a lot


Children see less and less advertising for unhealthy food on television, but still a lot

Study: Trends in children’s exposure to food and beverage advertising on television. Photo credit: MIA Studio / Shutterstock.com Since 2013, the number of children exposed to food advertisements on television has declined significantly. However, they still see over 1,000 predominantly unhealthy commercials each year, suggesting that government regulation is needed. A recently published study JAMA […]

Useful news for patients: August


Useful news for patients: August

In this edition, we’ll share the latest developments on how to protect yourself with new COVID-19 vaccines, exciting breakthroughs in medicine affordability, and simple lifestyle changes that can improve your overall health. Out of cutting edge Treatments to Simple steps to increase your well-being, There are There is something for everyone here. let us immerse […]

Clinical considerations for the use of GLP-1 RA before endoscopy


Clinical considerations for the use of GLP-1 RA before endoscopy

The rapidly growing popularity of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) has sparked discussions about lesser-known side effects that are now coming to light as so many patients take these drugs for diabetes and obesity. There is also the potential for more patients to take them as intended as they are being evaluated in hepatology […]

Science in Space to Cure Diseases on Earth, International Space Station and NASA Announce Funding Opportunity


Science in Space to Cure Diseases on Earth, International Space Station and NASA Announce Funding Opportunity

The National Laboratory of the International Space Station (ISS) is working with NASA on a call for space-based research into some of the most serious diseases of our time – such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and neurodegenerative diseases. The ISS National Lab Research Announcement (NLRA) 2024-09: Igniting Innovation: Science in Space to Cure Disease on […]

Housing Hand provides new insights into rental guarantors


Housing Hand provides new insights into rental guarantors

Using data from the latest UK housing survey, Housing Hand reflects the increasing importance and demand for a guarantor when applying for a rental property. The UK’s largest rental guarantee service, Housing Hand, has analysed data from the latest UK housing survey, which found that 21% of private renters – equivalent to 940,000 households – […]

Expanded use of common antibiotics reduces child mortality in sub-Saharan Africa by 14 percent


Expanded use of common antibiotics reduces child mortality in sub-Saharan Africa by 14 percent

When research from UC San Francisco showed that routine treatment of children in sub-Saharan Africa with a common antibiotic could reduce deaths among children under five, the World Health Organization (WHO) quickly recommended the treatment – ​​but only for infants between the ages of one and 11 months. Now researchers at UCSF have shown that […]