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UK law firms consider action on behalf of women who developed brain tumours after using contraceptive

Studies show Depo-Provera users have much higher relative risk of developing meningiomas, although overall risk remains low

The Guardian - UK · Feb 11

Understanding the difference between apathy and depression can be lifesaving for people with brain disorders

People with brain disorders, including Parkinson’s disease and dementia, are often misdiagnosed as having depression, when in fact what they’re experiencing is apathy. This can delay an accurate diagnosis, which has negative outcomes for patients as well as for their families and caregivers.

The Conversation · Feb 11

Menopause, hormones and the brain: how hormone therapy could help protect against Alzheimer’s

As dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases become more common worldwide, researchers are searching urgently for ways to protect the brain as we age. One area attracting growing attention is hormones, particularly the role of hormone therapy during and after menopause.

The Conversation · Feb 11

The “IRS Agent” Phone Call That Is Actually a Phishing Scam

Unfortunately, the so-called “IRS agent” phone call scam has become one of the most persistent and psychologically clever fraud tactics in circulation, not because it’s sophisticated technology, but because it exploits something deeply human: fear, authority, and the instinct to react before thinking. This scam doesn’t rely on flashy hacking…

Clever Dude · Feb 11

The Pet That Can Go Months Without Food And Still Survive

Missing one meal can make humans restless. Missing food for a day weakens the body. But in the animal kingdom, there exists a creature that challenges everything we know about hunger, survival, and endurance. A creature that can stay alive for months without eating and still wake up when conditions…

Times Pets · Feb 11

Is Daily Trash Secretly Ruining Your Energy?

Have you ever entered a room and you felt uncomfortable or heavy at first. Later you noticed that the dustbin was overflowing which you should have noticed earlier. It may seem like a very small thing but not taking out your trash can really affect your mood, your day and…

Times Life · Feb 11

The Finnish functional mushrooms helping burned-out Brits

After suffering burnout and trying to avoid taking a collection of prescription medication, business partners Roxanne Pryor and Brooke Hitching both experimented with using functional mushrooms to ease symptoms. They spoke to Chloe Hubbard about launching their business and the booming mushroom industry

The Independent UK · Feb 11

Ticks Are Not Just Annoying: They Cripple Your Dog

Ticks look like tiny, harmless pests but their impact on a dog’s health is frightening. Beyond itching and irritation, some ticks release toxins that slowly paralyze a pet. If left untreated this condition known as tick paralysis becomes life threatening. Understanding the risks and acting early will save a dog’s…

Times Pets · Feb 11

Why Do People Really Die in Their Sleep?7 Surprising Reasons People Never Wake Up

Sleeping is meant to be calm and restorative, yet every night, thousands of people never wake up. Dying in your sleep may seem frightening, but experts say it can be a peaceful transition. Most cases are caused by hidden medical conditions affecting the heart, lungs, or brain. Modern research and…

MyLifeXP · Feb 11

The Real Reason Cats Love Sitting On Cupboards Shelves And Heights

You are sitting on the sofa, scrolling your phone, when you feel it again. That familiar presence. You look up, and there your cat is, perched on top of a cupboard, bookshelf, refrigerator, or curtain rod, calmly observing the world as it owns it. Cats do not choose high places…

Times Pets · Feb 11