Health and Safety

How the brain reacts to internal and external stimuli and what mechanisms can prevent or reduce seizures Epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, is a major challenge for the scientific community. In Italy,…

The genetic changes caused by smoking persist over time, even after many years Cigarette smoking, which has always been considered one of the main health risk factors, leaves an indelible mark on our body. A recent study has revealed that…

Demonstrated correlation between exposure to air and noise pollutants and an increased risk of infertility Environmental pollution is one of the biggest threats to public health globally. In recent years, a correlation has been…

New research has shown that the two diseases share a common genetic basis A recent scientific discovery has revealed an unexpectedly strong genetic link between two apparently distinct diseases: type 2 diabetes and periodontitis. A study…

Serious side effects raise safety questions for new weight-loss drugs In recent years, glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1), such as semaglutide and liraglutide (marketed respectively as Wegovy and Ozempic), have…

Curcumin, a molecule extracted from turmeric, could open new perspectives in the treatment of SMA Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disorder affecting motor neurons, the nerve cells that control muscle movement. This…

Quantum entanglement may be key to the speed and efficiency of brain connections Entanglement, one of the most fascinating and counterintuitive phenomena in quantum mechanics, may be the key to understanding how fast and efficient…

Prolonged exposure to fine dust significantly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes A recent study has revealed a worrying link between air pollution and type 2 diabetes. Researchers have found that prolonged exposure to fine…

If not recognized and treated promptly, it can lead to irreversible organ damage and death Sepsis, an extreme inflammatory response of the body to an infection, is a serious threat to the health of infants, especially those born…

Health experts raise the alarm: combination of influenza and COVID-19 could have serious consequences The cold season is approaching and with it the spectrum of influenza and COVID-19 returns. This year, however, the situation could prove…