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Second Alzheimer’s Drug to Slow Disease’s Progression
After Leqembi, another drug that might hit the market by the end of this year for Alzheimer's disease is Donanemab, and it's being developed by Eli Lilly. In a recent study, donanemab showed promise in slowing the progression of...
Health
Ketamine Injection Can Treat Severe Depression, Trial Shows
Cheap ketamine injections have been shown to help patients with severe depression when other treatments have failed.
Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic used medically for induction and maintenance of anesthesia.
It is also used as a treatment as a pain management...
Health
Aspartame Labelled a ‘Potential Cancer Risk’ by WHO
Aspartame, a sweetener commonly found in diet drinks and chewing gum, has been declared a potential cancer risk by the World Health Organisation (WHO).
The sweetener has been listed as "possibly carcinogenic to humans".
Aspartame is found in drinks including Coke...
Health
Revolutionary Teeth Regrowing Drug is in the Works
A recent development is underway in the field of dentistry, challenging our long-held belief that we only grow two sets of teeth. Scientists are carefully working on a new drug that has the potential to facilitate the growth of...
Health
Google is Testing its Medical AI Chatbot at the Mayo Clinic
Google is currently putting its Med-PaLM 2 AI chat technology to the test in medical facilities, including the prestigious Mayo Clinic and various hospitals.
According to an article by The Wall Street Journal, this technology is built upon Google's PaLM...
Greece
Using Greek Honey for Beautiful Skin, Hair, and Anti-Aging
The Ancient Greeks likely hold claim to being the first people to use honey as an ingredient in beauty products. Today, you will find honey in an array of beauty products from face masks and shampoo to body cream...
Health
FDA Approves the Leqembi Drug that Slows Alzheimer’s Progress
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday granted full approval to the Biogen and Eisai Alzheimer’s treatment Leqembi.
Leqembi, also known as lecanemab, is the first drug shown to slow the progress of the disease, rather than just treating...
Ancient Greece
Donkey Milk: The Ancient Greek Secret for Health and Beauty
Humans have been using milk from donkeys for cosmetic and health purposes since antiquity, particularly the ancient Greeks and Egyptians. Today, dozens of new businesses in Greece are producing donkey milk for global markets.
Hippocrates, the Greek physician who is...
Health
Smart Watch Identifies Parkinson’s Disease Before Symptoms
Scientists conducted a study where they examined data gathered from smart watches worn by participants for a period of seven days. The data focused on measuring how quickly the participants moved.
Using artificial intelligence (AI), the scientists were able to...
Environment
Living Near Green Space Slows Aging
City parks and green areas are essential for mitigating heat, enhancing biodiversity, and creating a peaceful atmosphere amidst the bustling urban environment. A recent study reveals that these green spaces also play a role in decelerating the natural aging...
Health
AI Technology Finds Sperm in Infertile Men Faster than Doctors
A recent study has proposed the use of a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that shows promising potential in quickly identifying sperm in infertile men. The aim of the research was to explore whether AI could speed up the...
Animals
How You Can Keep Mosquitoes at Bay
Throughout human history, mosquitoes have been a persistent presence, persistently buzzing around, hoping for a chance to feast on our blood. Now, scientists have figured out effective ways to keep mosquitoes at bay.
According to Dr. Conor McMeniman, an expert...
Ancient Greece
Six Ancient Greek Aphrodisiacs Available Everywhere Today
Ancient Greeks were big believers in aphrodisiacs and ancient love potions and used a variety of fruits, herbs, and other foods in their concoctions. The word "aphrodisiac" itself comes from the ancient Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite.
Those looking to...
Health
Moderate Alcohol Consumption May Reduce Heart Disease Risk
Drinking alcohol in small to moderate amounts can have positive effects on the brain's stress activity and potentially lower the risk of heart disease.
The researchers, hailing from Massachusetts General Hospital in the United States, discovered that people who consume...
Food
Mediterranean Diet Could Help Prevent Depression
Following a Mediterranean diet could help prevent depression, groundbreaking new psychiatric research suggests.