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Natural supplements could help ease opioid withdrawal

Posted on July 3, 2023July 7, 2023 by Sciworthy

Scientists found a natural compound called oleanolic acid decreased withdrawal symptoms associated with morphine addiction in mice.

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    A biological artist for modified DNA molecules

    Posted on June 29, 2023June 25, 2025 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

    Researchers developed a tool to visualize changes in DNA data from new sequencing technology. Their tool will help scientists "see" how…

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      Dual drug delivery to fight liver cancer

      Posted on June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 by Sciworthy

      Researchers used a combination of drugs that slow cancer cell growth and boost the immune system to better fight non-resectable liver…

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        Online yoga decreases stress and boosts memory

        Posted on June 22, 2023June 25, 2025 by Aubrey Zerkle

        Researchers found people who did 8 weeks of moderate-intensity, remote yoga had less stress and anxiety, and better short-term memories.

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          Teens who use cannabis with alcohol have worse hangovers

          Posted on June 12, 2023July 3, 2023 by Sciworthy

          Scientists showed teens who use cannabis can have worse hangovers due to heavier drinking and increased risk of depression.

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            Battling ovarian cancer with light

            Posted on June 5, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

            Researchers engineered a virus to deliver light-sensitive chemicals to ovarian cancer cells and targeted them with a laser. Their new…

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              Blueberries and black rice boost immunity

              Posted on June 1, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

              Scientists found fermented blueberries and black rice can alleviate inflammation during infection.

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                Can aspirin slow the spread of breast cancer?

                Posted on May 29, 2023June 13, 2025 by Sciworthy

                Breast cancer is a common cancer that affects women worldwide. When cancerous cells spread to other parts of the body, a process known as…

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                  Northern elephant seals sleep in a deep diving spiral

                  Posted on May 25, 2023May 19, 2023 by Ruby Costigan

                  Scientists tracked the brain activity of northern elephant seals to find out how they sleep. They found the seals sleep only 2 hours per day…

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                    Air pollution affects the immune system in newborns

                    Posted on May 22, 2023May 12, 2023 by Sciworthy

                    Researchers discovered a pregnant mother’s exposure to traffic-related air pollutants can impede development of the unborn baby’s immune…

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