First Hair Growth on 3D Printer: Breakthrough in Regenerative Medicine

For the first time in the United States, scientists from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have successfully printed hair follicles using 3D bioprinting technology and then transplanted them into printed skin. Researchers consider their work a breakthrough in regenerative medicine.

WHO establishes international commission on loneliness

The WHO has created an international commission on loneliness. This means that loneliness is now a global issue and a serious threat to health that needs to be addressed. According to surgeon Vivek Murthy, soon 11 politicians, opinion leaders, and doctors will start building a world that is less lonely and more resilient.

Microplastic Found in the Clouds atop Mount Taishan

Microplastic has been found in the clouds atop Mount Taishan. The particles could have come from the nearby city of Tai'an, which has a population of over 5 million people. As a result of rainfall, these particles end up in water bodies and eventually enter the bodies of humans and animals. However, scientists currently lack precise data on the impact of microplastics on humans.

New Trend: Washing Hair Once a Month?

The new trend in social media is washing hair no more than once a month. The hashtag hairtraining has already gained over 164 million views. Supporters of the trend claim that washing hair once every 30 days strengthens both hair and scalp. However, experts warn that such a trend can lead to hair loss and other problems.

Scientists create slimming wine based on Eurotium cristatum mushrooms

Scientists have come up with a weight loss wine - a drink based on Eurotium cristatum mushrooms that tastes like vermouth. The development boosts metabolism, enhances immunity, and improves stress resistance.

Learn to be happy

There are various methods of influencing the body, including through hormones, to improve your overall well-being. Serotonin is the hormone of happiness, which plays an important role in your mental and emotional state, promoting the emergence of positive emotions, mood stabilization, and the creation of a sense of happiness. Engage in regular physical activity. It is believed that physical activity triggers the release of a hormone that boosts mood. Sleep as much as necessary to restore your body. Have an active social life.

Quitting social media doesn't always improve mental health

Participants in the study were asked to refrain from using social media apps for one week and the effects were observed. According to daily surveys, people experienced a decrease in negative emotions, including boredom and loneliness, but a similar decline was also seen in positive feelings. The results indicate that quitting social media abruptly does not solve any problems, while moderate use of social networks can be beneficial for mental well-being.

The Importance of Ventilation When Using Candles

If you love lighting candles at home, please remember that they burn oxygen. Low oxygen levels can result in poor sleep, morning fatigue, and dull skin. Therefore, make it a rule to open a window when you light candles.

The Importance of Using Day and Night Creams

Do not use night cream during the day. The division of creams into day and night is not just a marketing tactic. Day cream, in addition to moisturizing and nourishing, serves as a protective shield against the environmental impacts and ultraviolet rays. Night cream focuses on skin rejuvenation and restarting the natural regenerating functions during rest. It is not advisable to swap or replace these creams with each other.

Honda develops hands-free wheelchair for people with limited mobility

Honda has developed a wheelchair that allows users to move without the use of their hands. The UNI-ONE wheelchair is designed to provide more freedom to individuals with disabilities, as it moves when the user shifts their body in the desired direction.

The Importance of Setting Goals and Maintaining Good Health

If you have no specific goal and you don't want anything, it means either you have low energy or your mind has completely confined your soul. In the first case, you can increase your vitality by taking care of your health. You may not even know what good health is. With good health, life brings pleasure and you want everything all at once. The soul cannot not want anything, as this life represents a unique opportunity for it.

Frequent smartphone use decreases sperm quality

Frequent smartphone use has been found to lower the quality of sperm, according to a study involving 2,886 men aged 18 to 22. The participants provided samples of sperm and reported the date of their last ejaculation. Additionally, the young men's height, weight, testicle volume, and body mass index were measured. It was discovered that men who used their smartphones more than 20 times a day had an average sperm concentration that was 21% lower than those who used their gadgets once a week.

How Sleep Duration Affects Brain Health

Scientists have discovered that sleeping less can be beneficial for brain health. It turns out that people who sleep for 6.5 hours usually have the thickest cortex and the largest regional brain volumes. By the way, experts recommend closing the curtains at night to prevent light from entering the room, sleeping in well-ventilated spaces, avoiding caffeine intake a couple of hours before rest, and not overeating.

Deadly Nipah Virus Outbreak in India

A deadly Nipah virus outbreak has begun in India, transmitted by bats. Two people have already died, and there is no vaccine available. This is the fourth virus outbreak in five years, with each outbreak potentially spreading to neighboring cities and countries. This type of virus causes a severe illness characterized by brain inflammation (encephalitis) and respiratory diseases.

Blood analysis reveals markers for bipolar disorder

British researchers have identified a set of biomarkers in blood that are specific to bipolar disorder. This has helped distinguish the condition from clinical depression. The findings confirm that blood analysis can be used in the future for the differential diagnosis of these disorders.

The role of wine in protection against tumors

Moderate wine consumption reduces the risk of developing skin, stomach, and brain tumors, according to scientists from Spain. They claim that phytoestrogens and antioxidants in wine protect cells from damage by reactive oxygen species, and the increase in gastric acidity after drinking a glass suppresses the most harmful bacteria for our stomach - Helicobacter pylori.

Unexplained and Unprecedented Outbreak of Infectious Parasite Causes Stinky Diarrhea in the UK

An unexplained and unprecedented outbreak of human infection with a parasite causing stinky diarrhea has been reported in the United Kingdom. The infected individuals not only experience diarrhea, but it is unusually foul-smelling. In addition to diarrhea, they may also develop fever, nausea, fatigue, headaches, and weight loss. These symptoms can persist for up to 6 weeks.

Innovative Chair by Movably: Impossible to Sit Still

Movably has invented a chair that makes it impossible to stay in one position. The seat consists of two reclining halves, allowing users to work while sitting, standing, or in a semi-sitting position. In automatic mode, the chair adjusts itself, prompting users to change their posture. The price is $1500.

Tea or Coffee with Sugar Does Not Increase Health Risks, Study Finds

Tea with sugar in small quantities does not harm health. Researchers analyzed data from 2923 individuals and concluded that consuming tea or coffee with sugar does not elevate the risk of mortality from diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer. They attribute this to the low dosage of sugar. In contrast, other sweet non-alcoholic beverages have much higher sugar content, leading to more pronounced negative health consequences.

Chocolate and Whisky

A hundred-year-old British woman has declared chocolate and whisky as her personal elixir of longevity. She claims that her health and long life are attributed to consuming large amounts of fast food and sweets, as well as regularly indulging in strong alcoholic beverages. However, the woman admitted that she has never seriously battled these unhealthy habits.