Dating apps might be messing with your mental health
People can become addicted to apps and to the dopamine rush they get when someone responds to them, a therapist said. View original article Contributor: Caren Chesler
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Little-known cells might be key to human brain’s massive memory
A new model suggests that astrocytes might be used in computation, coordinating with neurons and connecting synapses in networks. View original article Contributor: Erin Blakemore
Palantir’s Collection of Disease Data at C.D.C. Stirs Privacy Concerns
U.S. and state officials say the consolidation of the public health agency’s vast trove of information could expose patients and will delay analysis of long-term trends. View original article Contributor: Apoorva Mandavilli
Nerve Freedom Supplement Launches Nationwide to Support Natural Nerve Health and Physical Comfort – GlobeNewswire
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As Fluoride Bans Spread, Who Will Be Hit the Hardest?
Cavities and dental costs are at risk of skyrocketing as a growing number of states consider banning the use of fluoride in public water—and children from low-income households are likely most vulnerable. In March, Utah became the first state to prohibit adding fluoride to drinking water. A couple months later, Florida followed suit. Several other … Read more
The Worst Thing to Say to Someone Who’s Depressed
Researchers still don’t understand what, exactly, causes depression. But what is clear is this: It doesn’t have anything to do with waking up and simply choosing not to appreciate all the good things in life. That’s why Claudia Giolitti-Wright, a psychotherapist in New York, cringes when clients with depression report back on what their friends … Read more
Local Efforts Are Essential For Tackling Growing Health Threat from Extreme Heat
Tornadoes can tear down a home and hurricanes can flood entire towns. But when it comes to weather dangers, extreme heat is the great deceiver. It isn’t acute; it’s literally a matter of degrees. A 100-degree day looks pretty much like one that’s 85. The skies don’t darken in warning and the danger isn’t instantaneous, … Read more
Republicans worry Medicaid cuts would hurt their communities, poll finds
While Democrats and independents are far more likely to have concerns, the Republican concerns illustrate the perils as the Senate weighs Medicaid cuts. View original article Contributor: Sabrina Malhi, Paige Winfield Cunningham
Long-lasting HIV prevention shot heads toward approval
June 6 (UPI) — A new vaccine to prevent HIV is expected to be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration later this month. If approved, the shot — … Click to Continue » View original article Contributor:
ESPN’s Jay Harris diagnosed with prostate cancer
June 6 (UPI) — Longtime ESPN Sports Center anchor Jay Harris has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is scheduled to have surgery Tuesday. Harris, 60, wrote about his experience … Click to Continue » View original article Contributor: