Medical

A new study in mice adds to the evidence suggesting that the immune system not only attacks invading pathogens but can also influence mood.Share on PinterestA new study finds further evidence of the link between the immune system and behavior.Over the past few years, scientists have discovered some intriguing links between immunity and the mind.One…

It is a freezing day, and glistening ice covers the bare trees, reflecting the early morning light. You should be enjoying this view as you drive into work. Instead, you are sitting in the car and staring at the icy pond where the local crew team practices.Share on PinterestPhysicians are the gatekeepers of our health,…

Burnout rates and physician dissatisfaction remain too high. Work-life balance is the buzzword answer often cited to solve these problems, but incorporating “life” into a physician’s career is easier said than done.Share on PinterestIs striving for work-life balance causing physicians additional anxiety?The Cambridge dictionary defines work-life balance as “the amount of time you spend doing…

New research has found that visuospatial training can reduce a person’s experience of motion sickness. Share on PinterestSome researchers suggest that there may be an easy way to reduce motion sickness — by training the brain.A new study has found that motion sickness can be reduced through visuospatial training, which involves a person manipulating 3D…

A study has found that Republican governors waited longer than Democratic governors to issuing mask-wearing mandates as a preventive measure against COVID-19. Share on PinterestPreliminary research looks at the links between state governors’ political alignment and how long it took to mandate face masks in their respective states.Christopher Adolph, of the University of Washington (UW)…