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Weight training may help keep your mind young. New research published in Gero Science Our findings suggest that older adults who engage in regular strength training can actively slow down the brain’s biological aging process. These findings provide evidence that strength-building exercise has widespread benefits for long-term cognitive health. Scientists have consistently linked physical exercise to improved memory, sharper thinking, and lower risk of brain disease. Past research has tended to focus on how aerobic exercise, such as running or swimming, causes changes in specific isolated parts of the brain. For example, many projects focus on changes in the physical…

March 31, 20263 minute read Add to Googleadd scienceIs washing enough to clean fruits and vegetables? Experts give their opinionFresh fruits and vegetables often contain toxic residues from pesticides, some of which include so-called “permanent chemicals.” Here’s how to limit your exposureWritten by Emma Gomets Edited by Claire Cameron Juan Moyano, via Getty ImagesBlueberries are nutritious and delicious, but if they’re not washed, they can be covered in a film of pesticide residue.The crazy fruit was highlighted by the annual “Dirty Dozen” analysis by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), which examines fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide residues based…

Octopuses and squid are famous for their ability to blend into their surroundings. They can quickly change both the color and texture of their skin, and scientists have long tried to recreate this ability with artificial materials. Now, researchers at Stanford University report a major breakthrough. In a study published in naturethey describe a flexible material that can rapidly change surface patterns and colors to form features smaller than a human hair. “Texture is critical to how we experience objects, both in appearance and feel,” said Sidharth Doshi, a doctoral student in materials science and engineering at Stanford University and…

The “5 second rule” does not apply in the operating room. In the operating room, even brief contact with the floor can contaminate implants, making real-time response difficult for surgeons. study: The “5 second” rule for dropped food: Does it apply to medical items dropped in the operating room? A randomized study of disinfection approaches for contaminated arthroplasty implants. Image credit: Yulai Studio/Shutterstock.com A recent randomized bench study published in IInfection control and hospital epidemiology evaluated whether immersion in sterile chlorhexidine alcohol (CHG) or povidone-iodine (PI) could effectively reduce the bioburden of polyethylene liners accidentally dropped onto the operating room…

WASHINGTON — Health savings account sellers see potential for market expansion and are stepping up lobbying efforts to seize the opportunity. A group of companies and organizations associated with the HSA industry formed a nonprofit organization this year called the Great American Health Alliance (GAHA). This is a play on Make America Healthy Again (MAHA). As a 501(c)(4), GAHA can engage in unlimited lobbying, support political candidates, and avoid disclosing its funding sources. STAT Plus: President Trump unveils health insurance plan amid pressure over affordability GAHA’s members include HealthEquity, one of the largest administrators of HSAs, and the American Bankers…

Over 8,000 acres Hydraulic fracturing has been approved for more than 500 acres of land in Egypt Valley Wildlife Refuge and Salt Fork State Park. Friday’s The Ohio Oil and Gas Land Management Commission meeting lasted less than 20 minutes. Four different bid selections were approved for portions of the Egyptian Valley Wildlife Refuge in Belmont County: 3,846 acres, 2,792 acres, 849 acres and 746 acres. One of the proposed bids for 513 acres of Salt Fork State Park in Guernsey County has been approved. The lease is expected to be tendered in the next calendar quarter. Activists who advocate…

A new University of Virginia health analysis shows a spike in kratom-related calls to poison centers across the country. Between 2015 and 2025, the number of reports increased by more than 1,200%, with a corresponding increase in the number of hospitalizations. Poison centers recorded a peak of 3,434 cases in 2025, up from just 258 cases in 2015. Researchers say this rapid increase (including a significant spike last year) is related to the expansion of kratom availability and the intensification of new products. Hospitalizations and deaths skyrocket Serious health risks associated with kratom are also on the rise. Hospitalizations due…

Patients with urinary tract infections (UTIs) may soon have access to the right antibiotics more quickly, thanks to a new test that provides results in hours rather than days. Scientists from the University of Reading, in collaboration with researchers from the University of Southampton and Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, have developed a method to directly analyze urine samples. On average, this test can determine which antibiotics are effective in about 5.85 hours. With current testing methods, it typically takes two to three days to obtain the same information. Study finds rapid urinary tract infection test highly accurate The study,…

Scientists at the University of Waterloo have proposed a new way to explain how the universe began, offering a new perspective on the Big Bang and its earliest moments. Their findings suggest that the early, rapid expansion of the universe may have emerged naturally from a deeper, more complete theory known as quantum gravity. The research was led by Dr. Niaesh Afsholdi, professor of physics and astronomy at the University of Waterloo and the Perimeter Institute (PI). His team sought new ways to combine gravity with quantum physics, which explains how the smallest particles behave. Einstein’s general theory of relativity…

A new review suggests that the health effects of gaming are not simply good or bad, showing how stress relief and social connection can coexist with sleep deprivation, disordered eating and decreased activity, depending on how, when and why people play. Review: A critical appraisal of the association between video games, lifestyle factors, diet and eating behavior: A narrative review. Image credit: Dragon Images / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal nutrientsThe authors’ group synthesized existing evidence on how video games influence lifestyle behaviors such as eating, sleep, physical activity, and psychosocial stress, and explained the underlying…