In a meta-analysis of published research, psychologists tease out how changes in implicit bias do — and do not —…
Socially active 60-year-olds face lower dementia risk
Being more socially active in your 50s and 60s predicts a lower risk of developing dementia later on, finds a…
A wearable device so thin and soft you won’t even notice it
Wearable human-machine interfaces have benefited from advances in electronics, materials and mechanical designs. But current models still can be bulky…
A Brain Scan May Predict Alzheimer’s. Should You Get One?
One expert warns of “unintended downsides,” including overuse of only modestly effective medications.
Genetic testing motivates behavior changes in families at risk for melanoma
A new study investigated whether genetic testing would motivate people at risk of developing melanoma to alter their behavior in…
AI reveals new breast cancer types that respond differently to treatment
Scientists have used artificial intelligence to recognize patterns in breast cancer — and uncovered five new types of the disease…
AI could enable accurate screening for atrial fibrillation
A new research study shows that artificial intelligence (AI) can detect the signs of an irregular heart rhythm — atrial…
Medical News Today: What to know about MS fatigue
Fatigue is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS) that can affect a person’s quality of life. Learn more about…
Music was form of resistance for women during Civil Rights Movement
‘Freedom songs’ were key in giving motivation and comfort to those fighting for equal rights, in addition to helping empower…
Knowing where the center of a space is helps inform spatial awareness
As you enter a new environment such as visiting a classroom for the first time, your brain takes in information…