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Medical News & Trivia
The latest medical news and fascinating trivia. Explore breakthroughs, oddities, and everything in between in the world of healthcare on our engaging platform.
News & Trivia
Psilocybin Therapy for Clinicians Who Became Depressed After the Covid-19 Pandemic
Explore a recent study on psilocybin therapy's impact on clinicians experiencing depression, burnout, and PTSD after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar 42 min read
Influenza Found to Cause More Long-Term Neurological Sequalae Than COVID -19
New research indicates influenza may cause more long-term neurological problems than COVID-19 in hospitalized patients.
Feb 262 min read
The History of Insulin and Type 1 Diabetes
Before insulin, type 1 diabetes was fatal. This article explores the discovery of this life-saving medication.
Feb 184 min read
Walking Increases Life Expectancy
Walking is linked to a longer life. Learn how much walking you need to do to increase your life expectancy and improve your health.
Feb 102 min read
Do Pesticides Cause Prostate Cancer?
New study on links to pesticide use and increased prostate cancer risk
Feb 33 min read
The History of Phrenology; Just Another Bump in the Road?
Explore the history of phrenology, the 19th-century "science" of reading skulls to determine personality and potential.
Jan 283 min read
Decreased Alzheimer’s Disease Incidence in Taxi Cab and Ambulance Drivers
Discover how the demanding navigation skills of taxi and ambulance drivers may offer some protection against Alzheimer's disease.
Jan 203 min read
Syphilis Morbus Gallicus - the “great pox”
Explore the history of syphilis, from its mysterious origins to modern treatments.
Jan 133 min read
The Story of the Most “Kissed” Face in the World
Discover how a mysterious woman who drowned in the Seine River in France became known as the most kissed face in the world.
Jan 62 min read
Hurricanes and Tropical Storms Found to Increase Death Rates up to 15 years After the Event
A new study reveals a significant increase in mortality rates after hurricanes.
Dec 26, 20242 min read
The Dancing Plague of 1518
Discover the 1518 Dancing Plague, a mysterious medieval outbreak that baffled Europe.
Nov 27, 20243 min read
Does Brain Anatomy Affect Political Ideology?
A new study suggests a link between brain anatomy and political views.
Nov 20, 20242 min read
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