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Mar 2026
Scientists call for integration of physical activity into psychiatric care
People with mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, depression or bipolar disorder die on average ten to 20 years earlier than the general population.
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Mar 2026
Virtual reality system supports social skills training for people with autism
Researchers at TU Graz are using virtual reality and large language models to support people with autism spectrum disorder in training social skills.
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Mar 2026
Copper metabolism identified as a new therapeutic target for inflammatory osteolysis
Inflammatory osteolysis is a condition involving progressive bone tissue destruction and is observed in many well-known skeletal disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, and chronic apical periodontitis.
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Mar 2026
No evidence probiotic skincare can improve mood
Current findings reveal no support for emotional benefits from probiotic cosmetics, highlighting the need for further investigation into neurocosmetics.
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Mar 2026
High use of anticholinergic drugs linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk
People who use drugs with anticholinergic effects, including certain antidepressants, drugs for urinary incontinence and common antihistamines, are at higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
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Mar 2026
Long COVID taste loss tied to reduced expression of key taste genes
The study identifies molecular changes in taste receptor cells as a potential cause of persistent taste dysfunction in long COVID-19, impacting quality of life.
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Mar 2026
Detecting major neurological disorders via saliva
A team of Korean researchers has, for the first time in the world, developed a technology capable of enabling early diagnosis of major neurological disorders, including epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and schizophrenia, using only a small amount of saliva.
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Mar 2026
New ACS framework links surgeon well-being to patient safety
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) has released the first national framework outlining measurable workplace standards for surgeons, aimed at improving surgeon well-being, patient safety, and workforce sustainability. The framework is published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS).
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Mar 2026
Tracking physiological stress during prolonged virtual soccer
Extended esports play can lead to mental fatigue, resulting in slower and less precise decision-making (diminished executive control) and a variety of physiological responses indicative of impaired sensorimotor or cognitive function.
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Mar 2026
Using microwave frying to create heart-healthy production methods
Fried foods are popular with consumers, but their high fat content can contribute to health challenges like obesity and hypertension. If the food industry can offer lower-fat options of similar quality, people can more easily make health-conscious food choices.
