In many areas of the world, mosquitoes are a real scourge. These hinder the life of the inhabitants but above all, are vectors of diseases. In Florida, tens of thousands of genetically modified mosquitoes will be released. The goal ? Generate a new generation of mosquitoes unable to survive. Fighti

In the United States, a research center has developed a new medical treatment based on virtual reality. It is aimed at patients suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and aims to place the patient in the context of his own trauma. The researchers hope that this may allow these people to regai

In the United States and more particularly in California, a study shows the presence of ticks in beach areas. However, these usually live in forest areas. This presence is of concern, as these ticks are potentially c capable of transmitting the Lyme disease. Far from their preferred habitat Lyme d

The condom is a highly technological product. Having already been the subject of much research and innovation, this tool continues to attract the attention of researchers. They are also working on new materials and new characteristics. The condom:a successful public utility product In Roman times,

A recent Israeli study suggests that relatively high exposure to background radiation may reduce the risk of cancer. The researchers advise to question the perception of radiation in general, and especially concerning its dangerousness. Daily radiation In 2017, we mentioned research on the corals o

Recently, an application called Covidliste has been in the news. The latter connects vaccination volunteers with pharmacists, doctors or vaccination centres. The goal? Ensure that unused doses find takers. Nearly a million subscribers A few days ago, we were talking about the projections of the Ins

The emblem of doctors is the staff of Aesculapius, an attribute of the eponymous god in Greek mythology. And this emblem should not be confused with other symbols of the same kind such as the caduceus of Hermes or the cup of Hygeia. Here is what hides behind this symbol known to all. A mythical sta

In order to maintain a certain level of performance, the brain needs to be constantly nourished like any organ in our body. However, certain foods give it a boost while others protect it over time. Foods that boost neurons Comprising more than 80 billion neurons , the human brain is a complex organ

Anyone with symptoms of Covid or being a contact case must isolate themselves and consult their general practitioner. It is then a question of being screened via one of the three different tests available. However, one of the concerns of citizens is the reimbursement of this benefit by Social Securi

Last weekend, a new confinement began in France throughout the territory. While this type of method has been adopted by many countries to deal with the current health crisis, a recent study points to the lack of effectiveness of isolation periods of less than 50 days. A study against the tide Aroun

The vast majority of doctors believe that the brain stops working after a person loses their life. And yet, a recent American study claims that certain genes come back to life after death. Researchers also claim that these genes develop appendages that are shaped like arms. Zombie genes coming back

In a recent study, Japanese researchers indicate that stress and psychological tension represent an aggravating factor for people subject to allergies. According to the leaders of the study, the increase in allergic reactions is linked to a particular hormone. A culprit:corticotropin What if stress

In Japan, scientists have recently succeeded in regenerating teeth in mice. To do this, they used a monoclonal antibody. In the more or less near future, it may be possible to regenerate human teeth. An experimental treatment Between 6 and 12 years old, 32 permanent teeth appear in humans. Sometime

Researchers have been trying to understand the impact of loneliness on our bodies and brains for decades. As containment measures continue to appear here and there due to the current crisis, we must keep in mind that social contact is a real need of our brain. Brain and social isolation Scientists

In the UK, a mother gave birth to twins. Nothing too surprising so far. Nevertheless, the fact is that these two children born on the same day were conceived three weeks apart. This extremely rare phenomenon has a name:superfetation. Another unnoticed child Lately, we were talking about the fact th

France is approaching the 100,000 death mark due to the SARS-CoV2 coronavirus, making it one of the countries with the most deaths per capita. However, a study recent estimates that if we consider the actual excess mortality, our country is well below the average. France, not such a bad student? W

A new online tool classifies several hundred known viruses according to their potential for transmission to humans, but also their dangerousness. Among them may be hiding a pathogen that could cause the next pandemic. SARS-CoV-2 is the latest known virus to spread from animals to humans, but it is

According to a study recent , physical inactivity is a major risk factor for premature mortality for the entire world population. This work has highlighted the percentage of deaths that can be attributed to physical inactivity around the world. An alarming conclusion Sedentariness is a major risk

While the origins of Crohns disease are still unknown, researchers have recently claimed to be following a serious lead. According to them, the invasion of a particular coli bacteria could be the source of the problem. A potentially pathogenic colibacillus Lets first remember that Crohns disease is

The most important study dealing with the impact of Covid-19 on mental health has recently been published. According to the researchers, one in three patients suffer from neurological or psychological disorders after recovering from the coronavirus. If the most recurring problems are not the most se