Spanish researchers recently highlighted the differential specialization of brain areas when learning a new language in adulthood. This research thus shows the plasticity of the cerebral language systems. A different contribution from the two hemispheres Human language is a unique ability. However,

Wearing a mask has become one of the main measures in the fight against the current coronavirus pandemic. However, the mask is not for everyone. Because of this, one company is instead offering a kind of space helmet that helps avoid the concealment of facial expressions. This evokes in particular t

In the United States, a man simply took a hot shower and literally almost froze to death when he got out. The person actually developed a serious allergic reaction to low temperatures. What caused it? Allergic to cold? Some clinical cases are very surprising and sometimes turn out to be unusual. In

Whether in Japan, China or India, some martial arts are based on vital points. These are vulnerable areas of the human body to target in order to cause significant damage and knock your opponent down. Do vital points have a real scientific basis? What are vital points? In Japan, sappō is an art of

A recent Spanish study highlights a link between severe forms of the disease and vitamin D deficiency. Although there are other nutrients that can help the immune system to strengthen, researchers recommend treatments incorporating this type of vitamin for Covid-19 patients with deficiencies. A con

A vaccine candidate jointly developed by Pfizer and BioNTech has been shown to be 90% effective in preventing COVID-19 infections in phase trials 3, the two laboratories announced on Monday. The European Union has already ordered 200 million doses. More than 150 vaccines are currently in developmen

The French start-up Octopus Lab aims to predict the indoor air quality of a building even before it is built. This company has developed a way to support local authorities in the right choices of materials and ventilation system. Anticipating air quality problems Is it possible to know the indoor a

A recent French study explains that titanium dioxide nanoparticles potentially represent a danger for newborns. TiO2, one of the compounds of the additive E171, crosses the placental barrier. Banned in food, the additive in question remains present in cosmetic products. A risk of passage to the fet

An experimental vaccine developed by Pfizer and BioNTech has been shown to be effective in preventing Covid-19 infections in phase 3 trials, the authorities announced on Monday. two laboratories. The rest is still a bit unclear. What do we know exactly? The news made noise, suggesting a light at th

Brazils health authority on Monday suspended the Phase 3 clinical trial of a Chinese coronavirus vaccine candidate after a serious incident found in a subject. The Sinovac Biotech laboratory, which is developing the solution, said on Tuesday that it was confident about the safety of its vaccine. Mo

A team of researchers announces that they have identified an overlapping gene in the SARS-CoV-2 genome. The structure could contribute to its unique biology and pandemic potential. Details of the study are published in the journal eLife . Better understand the threat The newly identified gene - cal

German researchers warn about using nasal spray. If this kind of product often proves effective, it is incumbent not to use it too much. According to the researchers, there are risks of seeing side effects appear. A risk of addiction When our nose is congested, the use of a nasal spray is often syn

Most expired foods can still be eaten after their best before date. But what about medication? Indeed, many people have medicines at home whose expiry date has passed. What to do? A matter of responsibility Each medicine must have an expiry date. Indeed, all drugs undergo rigorous stability tests .

In Canada, researchers recently published a meta-analysis on Covid-19. According to the results, the intestinal symptoms can be linked to an infection with the virus. However, this can occur even when the patient has no respiratory problems. Covid-19:A significant prevalence of gastrointestinal dis

There is currently no treatment or vaccine for the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. Nevertheless, German researchers have recently identified a sybody capable of neutralizing the virus in the laboratory. This synthetic mini antibody would be promising in the development of an effective treatment. A mini syn

Individuals who smoke since childhood are three times more likely to contract cardiovascular disease. However, quitting as soon as possible would reduce this same risk. According to the authors of a study, quitting before the age of forty would reduce the risk by 90%! Possible catching up before fo

With his documentary called Hold-Up, director Pierre Barnérias wanted to denounce lies, corruption and manipulation in France around the management of the coronavirus. Nevertheless, if this production is successful on the web, the reactions are sometimes strong. Indeed, the documentary develops cons

As part of a study published in the journal Nature, researchers analyzed the movements of 98 million Americans during the first epidemic wave. The idea:to determine the places of frequentation where there is the greatest risk of contracting Covid-19. The new coronavirus has been spreading around th

A study recent indicates that children affected by the coronavirus would produce a smaller amount of antibody varieties compared to adults. These would also be less effective, but could paradoxically explain why the virus often spares the youngest. Weak immune response in children According to the

A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals that measles, a highly contagious but preventable viral disease vaccination, infected at least 860,000 people and killed more than 200,000 of them in 2019. Before the development of the