ADHD, which affects around one in 20 people, is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that primarily impacts children but often continues into adulthood. The first clinical description of children with symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity dates back to 1902 when British paediatrician Professor George Still presented his observations of 43 defiant and emotional children. This
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Addictive drugs like cocaine and morphine have been known to override our natural desire for life-sustaining needs such as food and water. Scientists from Rockefeller University and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have conducted a study using mouse models to delve into the mechanisms behind this phenomenon. The research team utilized a
It has been almost six years since a day spa in Albuquerque, New Mexico, was shut down due to the unregulated practice of ‘vampire facials’. Recently, a report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has revealed five suspected cases of HIV linked to unsanitary procedures carried out at the spa by an
A man from Florida, aged 52, sought medical attention due to worsening migraines that had been plaguing him for the past four months. Upon further examination through a CT scan, doctors made a startling discovery – multiple cysts scattered throughout his brain. These cysts turned out to be larval cysts of the pork tapeworm, Taenia
A recent medical case report has raised alarming concerns about the possibility of a deadly prion disease, known as chronic wasting disease, being transmitted from deer to humans. This disease, often referred to as “zombie deer” disease due to its similarities to mad cow disease, has resulted in the death of two hunters who consumed
In a recent report by infectious disease specialists at the Amsterdam University Medical Center, the longest-known case of COVID-19 infection was described. The case involved a 72-year-old immunocompromised man who battled the virus for an astonishing 613 days. Despite receiving multiple COVID-19 vaccinations, the man’s immune system was unable to mount a sufficient defense against
A recent study conducted by an international team of researchers has revealed that genes offering protection against excessive drinking are not only linked to alcohol-related health issues but also to other conditions such as heart disease and mental health problems. The researchers analyzed over 3.2 million DNA records, focusing on specific genetic variations known as
The recent study conducted by researchers from the US and Japan has shed light on an interesting finding – patients treated by female physicians are less likely to die or be readmitted to the hospital compared to those treated by male physicians. This disparity is especially pronounced in female patients, particularly those who are severely
Auto-brewery syndrome (ABS) is a very rare metabolic condition that causes the body to produce alcohol. In a recent case in Belgium, a 40-year-old man had a drink-driving charge against him dismissed after proving that he suffers from ABS. This condition occurs when the carbohydrates in the stomach are fermented, leading to higher ethanol levels
Time-restricted eating (TRE) has been hailed as a potential weight loss strategy, but a recent study suggests that it may not be the timing of eating that is the key factor in shedding pounds. Instead, the reduction in overall caloric intake seems to be the primary driver of weight loss. The study compared TRE with
The recent study analyzing the relationship between sleep duration and type 2 diabetes risk sheds light on the complexities of this issue. The study, conducted using data from the UK Biobank, followed 247,867 adults for more than a decade to understand how sleep patterns and diet influenced the development of type 2 diabetes. Participants were
The menstrual cycle is a natural phenomenon that affects women’s bodies every month. However, recent research has shown that the influence of hormonal fluctuations during menstruation goes beyond reproductive anatomy. Neuroscientists from the University of California Santa Barbara conducted a study that tracked 30 menstruating women to observe the structural changes in the brain as
Psychosis, characterized by disconnections from reality such as hallucinations and delusions, has been linked to dysfunctions in two specific brain systems. These systems play a crucial role in filtering attention to important internal and external information, as well as predicting or anticipating rewards. Researchers from Stanford University have conducted a study to shed light on
The recent discovery of ‘bacterial vampirism’ by researchers from Washington State University and the University of Oregon has shed new light on how certain bacteria are drawn to human blood, leading to potentially fatal infections. These deadly bacteria are specifically attracted to the serum, the liquid part of our blood, due to the nutrients and
The spinal cord, often seen as a simple highway for nervous signals, is actually a complex organ with genetically diverse populations of neurons. These neurons have the ability to adapt and mold to individual needs in locomotion or withdrawal from pain as an individual develops. Scientists have long been intrigued by the role of the