In a shocking turn of events, a day spa in Albuquerque, New Mexico, was at the center of a health department investigation due to the practice of ‘vampire facials’. These facials, which involve drawing blood from a vein, separating platelets, and reinjecting them into the skin using microneedling, were carried out by an unlicensed operator
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A recent case involving a 52-year-old Florida man has shed light on the rare occurrence of neurocysticercosis outside of typical exposure settings. The man presented at the hospital with worsening migraines, only to discover that cysts in his brain were the root cause of his severe headaches. Upon further investigation, doctors identified larval cysts of
A recent medical case report has raised concerns about the transmission of chronic wasting disease from deer to humans. The report highlights the deaths of two hunters who consumed venison from deer infected with chronic wasting disease, also known as “zombie deer” disease. The University of Texas medical team revealed that a 72-year-old man and
When it comes to the world of astrology and horoscopes, many scientifically-minded individuals are quick to dismiss the idea that the positions of stars and planets at the time of their birth could influence their future. However, a recent study conducted in Japan sheds light on the influence of birthdate on the mating tactics of
In a recent study conducted by researchers from the US and Japan, it was discovered that patients treated by female physicians have a lower likelihood of dying or being readmitted to the hospital compared to patients treated by male physicians. The study analyzed data from 458,108 female patients and 318,819 male patients, all over the
Restricting the hours you can allow yourself to eat has promise as a weight loss strategy, but is it the reduction in overall food intake that causes the weight to come off or the impact of daily periods spent fasting? According to a new study that compared time-restricted eating (TRE) with a usual eating pattern
The energy sector is constantly evolving, with researchers and scientists around the world working tirelessly to find new and innovative ways to generate, store, and distribute energy without relying on traditional fossil fuels. From nuclear fusion to solar panels, there are numerous technologies being developed to increase energy efficiency and reduce our dependence on non-renewable
The idea of an invisibility shield has long captured the imagination of science fiction enthusiasts and casual observers alike. The promise of being able to disappear at will, moving stealthily through the world, is an alluring fantasy. The Invisibility Shield 2.0, recently introduced on Kickstarter, falls short of this fantastical ideal. Despite its name, this
Recent research conducted by a team from Stanford University has shed light on the dysfunctions in two specific brain systems that are associated with psychosis. Psychosis, characterized by disconnections from reality such as hallucinations and delusions, can occur independently or be a symptom of conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The study by cognitive neuroscientist
In a recent study of quantum topology, physicists made a groundbreaking discovery on the surface of an arsenic crystal that defied all expectations. This unexpected finding has significant implications for the field of quantum physics and material science. Topology plays a crucial role in understanding the behavior of materials with wave-like properties, also known as