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Revisiting CBT Techniques for Insomnia: A Network Meta-Analysis

November 23, 2024

Ever wondered which parts of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) are most effective for treating insomnia? A recent study took a deep dive into this question using a network meta-analysis. Instead of comparing two treatments at a time, this method lets researchers look at multiple treatments side by

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Young Kids and COVID: A Growing Diabetes Problem

November 23, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has seen a surprising rise in type 2 diabetes (T2D) among children under 11 years old. Researchers compared the incidence of new T2D cases from March 2020 to December 2021 with the cases diagnosed before the pandemic, from January 2017 to February 2020. They also examined the d

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Unraveling the Mysteries of APP-CHMINACA: A Metabolic Journey

November 22, 2024

Ever wondered how your body processes synthetic cannabinoids? Let's dive into the fascinating world of APP-CHMINACA, a synthetic cannabinoid that's been making waves. Scientists have been busy figuring out how this substance breaks down in the body. They've done this by mixing it with human cells in

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“Metals in Your Prenatal Vitamins? What You Need to Know”

November 22, 2024

You might be popping prenatal vitamins thinking you’re doing great for your baby. But hold on! A recent study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus found some surprising stuff in these pills. They tested 47 different brands—both over-the-counter and prescription—and guess what? Som

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Cochrane's New Tool: Making Sense of Traditional Chinese Medicine Reviews

November 22, 2024

In April 2023, Cochrane introduced RevMan Web, a digital platform designed to streamline systematic reviews and meta-analyses, particularly for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This initiative aims to tackle common pitfalls in TCM reviews, such as lumping different treatments together without con

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How an Ancient Chinese Remedy Fights Gut Inflammation

November 22, 2024

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a tough-to-treat gut disorder. Enter Gegen Qinlian Decoction (GQD), an oldie-but-goodie Chinese medicine mix. It's been shown to help, but how? Scientists combined metabolomics and network pharmacology to find out. First, they spotted metabolites that changed in mice with

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Early Morning Walks vs. After-Breakfast Strolls: What's Better for Metabolic Health?

November 22, 2024

Imagine you're trying to figure out the best time to exercise for better metabolic health. You know, something simple like walking. Is it better to walk before breakfast or after? That's what some scientists wanted to find out. They had people with overweight and obesity walk for 12 weeks. Some walk

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A Sensor's Journey: Detecting Zinc and Cadmium with Ease

November 22, 2024

Imagine a tiny detective in your water, hunting down specific metal ions. This detective is a sensor called PIN, which was created and tested by scientists. When Zn²⁺ (zinc) or Cd²⁺ (cadmium) ions show up, PIN changes color from blue to yellow, like a little warning light. It's so good at its job th

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Eco-Friendly Catalyst: The Power of High-Entropy Oxides in Propane Oxidation

November 22, 2024

The challenge of efficiently oxidizing propane, a common type of alkane, still remains a hurdle in environmental catalysis. Enter high-entropy oxides (HEOs), which have a lot going for them. They're made of various elements that are well-mixed and stable at high temperatures, and they have plenty of

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Improving Health for Spanish-Speaking Immigrants: A Free Clinic's Impact

November 22, 2024

In Rhode Island, there's a free clinic called Clínica Esperanza/Hope Clinic (CEHC) that's doing some amazing work. They run a program called Bridging the Gap (BTG) specifically for Spanish-speaking immigrants who don't have health insurance. We took a look back at how this program has been helping p