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Medical Xpress / Judge allows abortion pill to continue being mailed for now

U.S. District Judge David Joseph turned down Louisiana officials' request to stop mail order delivery of the drug mifepristone nationwide while the case is still in court.

18 hours ago
Tech Xplore / Fake QR codes make for easy scams—be careful what you scan out there

It's a simple thing we encounter many times every single week—often while in a hurry. You pull up at a parking spot, scan a QR code and pay within seconds. Or you sit down at a cafe, scan a code to view the menu and order ...

20 hours ago
Tech Xplore / Safer, water-based zinc-ion battery delivers 900-cycle durability

Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering have developed a rechargeable zinc-ion battery that uses low-cost materials and a simplified water-based assembly process to make safer, reliable batteries. The approach ...

21 hours ago
Phys.org / Preventing the spread of a deadly virus to Pennsylvania's rabbits and hares

Rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus type 2 is a terrible way for any animal to die, especially creatures as gentle as these. Highly contagious and lethal, it threatens wild and domestic rabbits. First detected in the United ...

23 hours ago
Medical Xpress / How our research led to a privacy complaint that pushed the World Anti‑Doping Agency to change its rules

The Privacy Commissioner of Canada recently announced the outcome of its investigation into the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), concluding a years-long examination of the organization's data-sharing practices.

18 hours ago
Phys.org / New Hampshire ski industry concerned about climate change

New research out of the University of New Hampshire reveals that the majority of New Hampshire ski industry professionals are concerned about the effects of global warming on the ski industry, which generates close to $278.8 ...

22 hours ago
Phys.org / New study reveals the depth of children's nuclear anxiety

As geopolitical tensions rise globally, a new study published in Critical Studies on Security warns that the shadow of the "mushroom cloud" is weighing heavily on the next generation. The research paper, titled "Mushrooms, ...

21 hours ago
Phys.org / Scientists discover the antibacterial potential of 'hero' Korean skincare ingredient

Fans of Korean skincare may be familiar with "hero ingredient" Madecassic acid for its skin-soothing properties, but researchers at Kent have revealed its greater potential for use in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

23 hours ago
Medical Xpress / A single gene switch falters in heart failure—and CRISPR can revive it

In heart failure, the heart can no longer supply the body with enough blood. The condition often develops over many years, for example, due to high blood pressure or other long-term strain on the heart muscle. At first, the ...

20 hours ago
Medical Xpress / Mini-brain model reveals how mild head hits trigger neurodegenerative cascades

Concussions are a common injury, responsible for as many as 3 million emergency room visits every year. Children playing sports or other recreation activities sustain nearly 4 million concussions every year, according to ...

21 hours ago
Medical Xpress / Just how bad are generative AI chatbots for our mental health?

Generative AI chatbots are now used by more than 987 million people globally, including around 64% of American teens, according to recent estimates. Increasingly, people are using these chatbots for advice, emotional support, ...

20 hours ago
Medical Xpress / When should I get LASIK? Age, eligibility, and recovery explained

If you've been thinking about ditching your glasses or contacts, you might be wondering: Is now a good time for LASIK surgery? Is there a "best age?" Should you wait until your prescription stops changing?

21 hours ago