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Credits: MakeUsOf| Credits: MakeUsOf The latest report on the use of vulgar language in social media has revealed that the United States is the top country for the number of users.  The report begins by saying that we use our brains for good reasons. We use them to vent, cope with challenges, be more resilient, perseverant, and determined, as well …

The NHS has announced an important change to the cervical screening program which will affect millions women in the UK. The interval between cervical smears (also known as Pap smears) will be increased from three to five years starting this year for women who have tested negative for the high-risk HPV. This is due to the fact that new clinical …

Dr. Silvio Garattini. Credit: YouTube screenshot “We must have a revolution in health, and a new approach.” “We can prevent most diseases this way,” says Dr. Silvio, an oncologist of 96 years and the founder of the Mario Negri Institute for Pharmacological Research. Interview with the Italian outlet First OnlineGarattini discusses the foundation of a new healthcare revolution, one that …

Human hearts in pig embryos. Credit: mali maeder, Pexels In a groundbreaking experiment, researchers have successfully grown tiny human hearts in pig embryos that survived up to 21 days – a development that could one day help solve the global organ shortage. The findings presented at the International Society for Stem Cell Research Conference in Hong Kong, Wednesday, June 11th, …

Bulma the Green Iguana wandered up La Rambla, Barcelona. Photo Credit Molly Grace You can also contact us by clicking here. Invasive species is a living organism—whether animal, plant, fungus, or microbe—that is not native to a particular ecosystem and causes harm when introduced. These species adapt to their environment and thrive there, often at the cost of local wildlife …

This is how learning to drive could look in Spain soon. According to proposed rules, non-professional tutors could be permitted to teach new drivers. Credit : Shutterstock, DuxX If you have learned to drive in Spain you will remember the usual routine: paying a small fortune to your local driving school for lessons, being constantly quizzed and then only getting …

Microneedling is a popular treatment in the world of aesthetics and skincare. From reducing acne scars to rejuvenating ageing skin—and even stimulating hair growth in men—this treatment has generated both excitement and caution in equal measure. How effective is this treatment? Is it safe for everyone to use? What is microneedling? Microneedling is also called collagen induction therapy. It uses …

No more dust accumulation. Credit: Liliana Drew, Pexels If you’re constantly battling dust – cleaning everything one day, only for it to be dusty again the next – then you’ll love this TikTok-trending spray. Recently, I made a homemade dust repellent spray that went viral on TikTok. It’s a good idea. You can also find out more about the following: …

SPANISH doctors downed tools today – the first nationwide strike in five years – as medics across the country protested what they describe as ‘precarious working conditions.’ Protesters in the Canary Islands carried banners reading ‘Exploited doctor, mistreated patient’ and ‘Deficient staffing, risk to patients.’ The government’s proposal to regulate working conditions for healthcare staff is at the core of …

New research sheds new light on potential mental health long-term consequences of taking the contraceptive pill as a teenager. According to several large-scale studies, girls who start taking oral contraceptives prior to the age of 18, may be at a higher risk for depression later in life. Published in 2019: A study on the impact of 2019. The Journal of …