Autism diagnoses may be improved 'substantially'
The results could help overcome delays and disparities in diagnoses to allow for early interventions and ultimately reduce lifetime care costs.
Daylight saving has "unhealthy" behavior consequences
The researchers say their findings suggest a "need for public policies that support people when we're setting the clock forward."
Weight loss drug works "for up to four years", study suggests
A related study reveals the long-term outcomes of the main ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy.
Kids' obesity risk depends on source of sugar, not the amount
Certain sugars were associated with a lower risk of childhood obesity, researchers in The Netherlands found.
Scientists reveal hidden indicator of future weight gain
The discovery could be of "great clinical value" for future weight-loss programs, the researchers say.
Scientists reveal how autism develops in kids
The researchers hope that these findings will help in the development of more effective drugs to manage the symptoms of autism.
Can you solve Connections better than a computer?
AI can already beat us at chess, but how does it fare when faced with language-based puzzles?
Just a few days on night shift has "long-term" consequences
Researchers have demonstrated how shift work can throw our natural metabolic cycles out of sync.
99% of US car interiors release suspected cancer-causing agents: Study
"Commuting to work shouldn't come with a cancer risk, and children shouldn't breathe in chemicals that can harm their brains on their way to school," the researchers say.
Scientists reveal ultra-processed foods most likely to shorten your life
New research shows that some processed foods are much worse than others when it comes to all-cause mortality.
US facing "epidemic" of parental burnout
Parental burnout is strongly associated with childhood mental health problems, new research shows.
FLiRT COVID variants: What are the symptoms?
The new variants' rapid spread has led to a warning about a potential "summer wave" of infections.
Scientists reveal cancer's atomic secrets—"whole new layer to medicine"
The discovery offers an exciting avenue for potential future early cancer diagnoses.
Neuroscientists reveal "neural compass" that stops you from getting lost
The discovery offers new insights for conditions like Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's, in which navigation and orientation are often impaired.
Map reveals best and worst US states for sperm health
"Sperm quality can't be taken for granted—it really can vary, depending on where you live and how healthy you are," an expert says.
Bird flu in US: What we know, what we don't
After 1 in 5 commercial milk samples in the U.S. were found to contain traces of the virus, should we be concerned?
Scientists reveal how to age healthily for women
Those who began the intervention after the age of 55 still saw equally positive results, new research shows.
Resyncing your body clocks may fight aging
Researchers from the Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona hope that their findings could help develop "treatments for age-related diseases and aging itself."
Scientists reveal how to spot toxic "poison books"
Four arsenic books have been quarantined from the French National Library, but they're in the U.S. too.
Scientists raise alarm over new invisible indoor air pollution
Children may be particularly vulnerable, researchers warn.
Scientists may have solved first half of sleep mystery
The findings offer new insights into how sleep prepares our brain to learn.
Scientists debunk "really dangerous" online myths about sun protection
"We are seeing melanoma so much more often in really young people," doctors warn over spread of dangerous sunscreen trends.
Popular high school kids sleep differently, scientists say
The findings were most stark among teenage girls, with potential implications for their mental and physical health.
Near-limitless energy closer with nuclear fusion breakthroughs
Physicists say the discovery offers a potential avenue to "economically attractive fusion energy" in the future.
Vaping regularly may expose teens to more toxic lead, uranium, study says
The heavy metals have been linked to cognitive impairments, respiratory problems and cancers, especially among young people.
Overlooked fish could solve the problem of "boring" veggies—Gastrophysicist
Only one in 10 of American adults eat enough vegetables. But we could be missing a simple and sustainable trick in preparing them.
Bird flu: Why FDA says milk safe despite 1 in 5 positive tests for virus
Two human cases of bird flu have been confirmed so far, with one likely resulting from exposure to dairy cows.
Your underwear might be causing serious infections, gynecologist warns
The common underwear has already been banned in several countries because of health and hygiene concerns.
Hay fever alert as allergist warns of "pollen storm"
"It's going to be a very robust spring," Leonard Bielory warns.
Neuroscientists warn of "cascading" Alzheimer's risk from these two habits
The habits produce a "synergistic effect" on our risk of developing Alzheimer's Disease and general cognitive decline.