Video game players show increased brain activity, decision-making skills, study says
The study found the video game players were better than non-players in both speed and accuracy of responses.
The study found the video game players were better than non-players in both speed and accuracy of responses.
NIH: Exposure to ‘forever chemicals’ found in food packaging can lead to premature births
Currently, there are few guidelines about what levels of harmful chemicals are found in food packaging, if any, and if they are potentially harmful. Scientists say it’s time for a change.
Currently, there are few guidelines about what levels of harmful chemicals are found in food packaging, if any, and if they are potentially harmful. Scientists say it’s time for a change.
Fentanyl risk from $1 bill? Drug safety expert dispels myths about second-hand exposure
In a viral Facebook post, a Kentucky woman says she had to be hospitalized after picking up a dollar bill from the ground that she thinks was laced with the drug fentanyl.
In a viral Facebook post, a Kentucky woman says she had to be hospitalized after picking up a dollar bill from the ground that she thinks was laced with the drug fentanyl.
White House updates response plan for infectious COVID variants; pushes boosters
“If you’re over 50 and you haven’t gotten the shot this year, you should go get a shot," said White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha. "It’s going to save your life.”
“If you’re over 50 and you haven’t gotten the shot this year, you should go get a shot," said White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha. "It’s going to save your life.”
Prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among US children continues to rise, study suggests
The study estimated that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. kids was 3.14% as of 2020. Meanwhile, there has been more awareness and a wider availability of services.
The study estimated that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. kids was 3.14% as of 2020. Meanwhile, there has been more awareness and a wider availability of services.
Metro-North boosts service on New Haven, Waterbury lines
Connecticut is boosting service along two Metro-North rail lines as ridership on the commuter railroad moves closer to pre-pandemic levels.
Connecticut is boosting service along two Metro-North rail lines as ridership on the commuter railroad moves closer to pre-pandemic levels.
EU urges second COVID-19 boosters for people ages 60 to 79
The European Union said Monday it's “critical” that authorities in the 27-nation bloc consider giving second coronavirus booster shots as a new wave of the pandemic sweeps over the continent.
The European Union said Monday it's “critical” that authorities in the 27-nation bloc consider giving second coronavirus booster shots as a new wave of the pandemic sweeps over the continent.
Money is the top cause of anxiety for Americans: Survey
The “Healthy Minds” poll says that money worries, particularly when it comes to inflation, are the nation's #1 source of stress.
The “Healthy Minds” poll says that money worries, particularly when it comes to inflation, are the nation's #1 source of stress.
Feeling 'hangry' may be rooted in science and not all in our heads: New study
A new clinical study suggests that feeling 'hangry' is not just our imagination.
A new clinical study suggests that feeling 'hangry' is not just our imagination.
NYC COVID: Health department urges use of masks in public places and in crowds outdoors
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is recommending all New Yorkers wear masks in certain settings, again, in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is recommending all New Yorkers wear masks in certain settings, again, in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
COVID-19 omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 could be ‘worst’ so far, doctors say
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
Deadly brain-eating amoeba found in Iowa beach as temperatures rise
A rare but deadly brain-eating amoeba has forced state officials to close an Iowa beach for swimming.
A rare but deadly brain-eating amoeba has forced state officials to close an Iowa beach for swimming.
Beijing appears to retract vaccine mandate after pushback
The Chinese capital Beijing appears to have backed off a plan to launch a vaccine mandate for entry into certain public spaces after pushback from residents.
The Chinese capital Beijing appears to have backed off a plan to launch a vaccine mandate for entry into certain public spaces after pushback from residents.
Brad Pitt says he has facial blindness condition prosopagnosia
Brad Pitt is having trouble seeing stars, as in the faces of his fellow actors. In a recent interview with GQ Magazine, Pitt revealed he believes he suffers from facial blindness, a condition known as prosopagnosia.
Brad Pitt is having trouble seeing stars, as in the faces of his fellow actors. In a recent interview with GQ Magazine, Pitt revealed he believes he suffers from facial blindness, a condition known as prosopagnosia.
Monkeypox NYC: Vaccine demand outpacing availability
New York City and New York State health officials are expected to meet Thursday to discuss furthering the monkeypox vaccine plan. Availability is currently only open to those considered high-risk.
New York City and New York State health officials are expected to meet Thursday to discuss furthering the monkeypox vaccine plan. Availability is currently only open to those considered high-risk.
Beijing mandates COVID vaccines to enter some public spaces
The Chinese capital has issued a mandate requiring people to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination before they can enter some public spaces including gyms, museums and libraries, drawing concern from city residents.
The Chinese capital has issued a mandate requiring people to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination before they can enter some public spaces including gyms, museums and libraries, drawing concern from city residents.
New vaccine could protect against COVID-19 variants before they emerge
The vaccine works by using spike proteins from SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — and seven other related animal viruses with the potential to cause a pandemic in humans.
The vaccine works by using spike proteins from SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — and seven other related animal viruses with the potential to cause a pandemic in humans.
Push for more public restrooms in NYC
The New York City Council is now considering a bill that would require one new public restroom in every ZIP code in the city.
The New York City Council is now considering a bill that would require one new public restroom in every ZIP code in the city.
NYC monkeypox cases double in a week; more vaccine doses coming
As of Tuesday, 111 people in the city likely have monkeypox, according to the city's Health Department. That is up from 55 cases a week ago. The city's Health Department is waiting for more doses of the monkeypox vaccine.
As of Tuesday, 111 people in the city likely have monkeypox, according to the city's Health Department. That is up from 55 cases a week ago. The city's Health Department is waiting for more doses of the monkeypox vaccine.
Connecticut reports 1st case of monkeypox
A New Haven man in his 40s is the first person in Connecticut diagnosed with monkeypox since an outbreak in the U.S. began this spring. He is in isolation, health officials said.
A New Haven man in his 40s is the first person in Connecticut diagnosed with monkeypox since an outbreak in the U.S. began this spring. He is in isolation, health officials said.