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Alzheimer's blood test 90% reliable in doctors' offices, study finds

A commercially available blood test was trialled in healthcare settings.

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Why harmful bacteria in ink might make you rethink getting a tattoo

A recent FDA study found that 35 per cent of unopened and sealed tattoo and permanent makeup PMU inks are contaminated with harmful bacteria.

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Diabetes-reversing treatment boosts insulin-producing cells by 700%

A new preclinical study found a combination treatment that significantly increases insulin-producing cells, effectively reversing diabetes.

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AI-generated exam papers go undetected in 94% of cases - study

It’s nearly impossible to detect AI-generated papers submitted for exams, a study has found.

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Russia could face €30bn climate reparations bill for Ukraine war

Carbon experts have put together the most comprehensive emissions assessment of any war to date.

wellbeing

Parasocial relationships may cheer you up more than casual ones

A favourite YouTuber or a beloved book character may be more effective at cheering you up than an acquaintance, UK researchers say

Art

New study reveals the top-selling contemporary artist of 2023

In 2023, Yayoi Kusama of Japan dethroned Britain's David Hockney as the highest-grossing contemporary artist, according to a new art report.

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Climate change makes heat waves last longer and spike hotter - study

Climate scientists have discovered more about exactly how global warming effects the impact of heat waves across the globe.

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Can this local samba drum class help Parkinson’s disease patients?

Researchers at Cardiff University are hoping to launch a study to discover if there is clinical evidence that drumming classes are improving the lives of Parkinson’s disease patients.

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A new strategy to attack aggressive brain cancer shrank tumours

A new strategy to attack aggressive brain cancer shrank tumours in two early tests.

Business

Do European businesses help employees work with AI?

A new report states that skills needed for jobs are going to change by 51% by 2030 and the rise of Generative AI is further accelerating this change.

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German man vaccinated for COVID 217 times had 'no side effects'

Doctors report a man from Germany has been vaccinated 217 against the COVID virus with no negative medical symptoms.

Space

How do environmental factors influence reported UFO sightings?

Light pollution, tree canopy cover, and proximity to airports and military installations are among the environmental factors that may influence reported UFO sightings, according to a new study.

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Completely carparked: Brits have 546 words for getting drunk

In the English language it seems almost any word can be used to describe having one too many alcoholic drinks. There's a simple rule to remember when sober, just '-ed' according to researchers.

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EU funds psychedelics study for palliative care patients

The trial aims to understand if magic mushrooms can help treat depression and anxiety caused by incurable illnesses.

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Viagra may reduce risk of Alzheimer's in men, new study finds

A new study has linked erectile dysfunction drugs to a reduced risk of a common form of dementia.

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How do we 'feel' music? New research suggests it could be universal

What kind of music gets your feet tapping? A Finnish study found that people from different cultures reported the same bodily sensations when listening to the same songs.

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Why are four out of five people with autoimmune diseases women?

Women account for a large majority of people with autoimmune diseases. Scientists have discovered a possible theory as to why.

Healthcare

New study on AI models provides 'cautionary tale' about medical use

A new study showing that machine learning models are study-specific and difficult to generalise provides a "cautionary tale" about using AI in medicine, experts say.

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Early HIV treatment leads to better long-term control of the virus

There is a “window of opportunity” in the weeks after someone is infected with HIV where treatment may lead to better control later on, researchers say.