Gun violence linked to poor sleep in teens

Teen exposure to gun violence linked to poor sleep and violent behaviors, per study.

Million-year-old skull hints at earlier human origins

A million-year-old skull reanalysis suggests Homo sapiens may have originated earlier and outside Africa.

New causes of heart attacks in younger adults, especially women

New research identifies under-recognized causes of heart attacks in younger adults, particularly women.

Rheumatoid arthritis begins years before symptoms appear, study finds

Rheumatoid arthritis starts silently years before symptoms, new study reveals.

Autistic women excel in education, face mental health struggles

Autistic women show strengths in education and employment but face mental health challenges.

Drug-resistant infections surge 70% in the U.S.

Drug-resistant infections in the U.S. rose by 70% between 2019 and 2023, driven by strains with the NDM gene, CDC data reveals.

New tool boosts brain energy, reverses memory loss in mice.

Scientists developed a tool to boost brain cell energy, reversing memory loss in mice with dementia.

Following mainstream news on social media boosts fact-checking skills

2-week mainstream news follow on Instagram/WhatsApp boosts fact-checking skills and trust.

Schizophrenia patients hit hard by B.C. heat dome

Schizophrenia patients faced higher mortality during B.C.'s 2021 heat dome.

Emotional events boost recall of mundane memories

Emotional events can enhance recall of mundane memories, new research shows.