WASHINGTON—There has been plenty of excitement in recent decades about planets detected orbiting various stars beyond our solar system. But planets provide an incomplete picture of the complex framework that exists around stars, leaving out components like the belts of rocky and icy debris orbiting our sun. Scientists on May 8 unveiled observations by the…
Stunning Mosaic of Baby Star Clusters Created From 1 Million Telescope Shots
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.—Astronomers have created a stunning mosaic of baby star clusters hiding in our galactic backyard. The montage, published Thursday, reveals five vast stellar nurseries less than 1,500 light-years away. A light-year is nearly 6 trillion miles (9.7 trillion kilometers). To come up with their atlas, scientists pieced together more than 1 million images…
Largest Cosmic Explosion Ever Seen Continues After Appearing Suddenly 3 Years Ago
Astronomers from the University of Southampton say they have discovered the most massive cosmic explosion ever recorded, which has continued to put out a terrifying amount of energy for the last three years. The explosion, known as AT2021lwx, is more than ten times brighter than any known supernova (an exploding star) and three times brighter…
Study Finds Your Neighborhood Is a Factor in Your Dementia Risk
May 12, 2023
admin
Asia & PacificAustraliaBrightdementiadisadvantaged communityHealth & SafetyInternationalLifestyleMemorymonash universityScienceScience Newssocioeconomic statuswealthyWorld
0 Comment
An Australian study of nearly 5,000 people found that those who lived in wealthier suburbs scored significantly higher on memory tests and lower on dementia risk tests than those who were less affluent. As the nation’s second leading cause of death, there has been a concerted effort to understand and identify risk factors for dementia….
5 Groups of People Should Avoid Vitamin D Despite Its Cancer Risk-Reducing Benefits
Vitamin D is crucial in maintaining healthy bones, strengthening immunity, preventing chronic illnesses, and lowering cancer risk. On The Epoch Times health program “Health 1+1,” Dr. Ou Han Wen, a doctor of integrative medicine and nutrition at the University of Maryland, explained the functions of vitamin D, how to take vitamin D supplements, and the…
Alarming Surge of Colon Cancer Among Young Adults, Despite Overall Decline: 4 Early Signs That Should Not be Ignored
Despite an overall decline in rates for colorectal cancer, doctors are seeing a dramatic increase in the disease among young adults. Researchers at the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute have found that those born in 1990 have double the risk of colon cancer and four times the risk of rectal cancer compared to those born in 1950,…
Know the Difference Between Hemorrhoids and Colorectal Cancer and When to Seek Help, Doctor Explains
Colorectal cancer, when detected early, can be treated effectively with a higher chance of recovery. However, its early symptoms can be easily mistaken for other conditions such as hemorrhoids and indigestion. So, how can you differentiate between bleeding caused by hemorrhoids and that caused by cancer? Have you been experiencing symptoms like bloating, stomach rumbling,…
Breakthrough Study May Reveal the Root Cause of Gray Hair
A new animal study suggests that certain stem cells have the unique ability to move between the growth zones of hair follicles. However, as we age, these stem cells become stuck and lose their ability to mature and maintain hair color. This discovery potentially opens up new opportunities for scientists to explore natural approaches to delaying…
Wind Power Is UK’s Biggest Electricity Source for 1st Time
Wind turbines have generated more electricity than gas for the first time in the UK, figures show. Research from Imperial College London reveals almost a third, or 32.4 percent, of the country’s electricity was generated by on and offshore wind farms in the first quarter of the year. Gas-fired powered stations delivered 31.7 percent. The…
Hidden Fluoride in Our Food, Medicine, and Environment
In this series, we explore the contentious findings surrounding fluoridation of the U.S. public water supply and answer the question of whether water fluoridation poses a risk and what we should do about it. Previously: Recent multi-year NIH-funded studies found fluoride exposure was linked to reduced IQ and ADHD in children, bringing up more concern…
US News
RSS Error: A feed could not be found at `https://www.theepochtimes.com/c-us/feed`; the status code is `200` and content-type is `text/html; charset=utf-8`