23/11/2023

The pill: a discovery that changed women’s lives

Summary: The first oral contraceptive pill was introduced in the early 1960s, giving women the possibility to control their own fertility. Hormonal contraceptives can help reduce medical concerns like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Hormonal contraceptives can have side effects such as breakthrough bleeding, nausea, headaches, breast tenderness, and decreased libido. There are misconceptions surrounding fertility, […]

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07/06/2023

How do social media affect our mental health?

Summary: Social media have become an integral part of our lives.  Researchers have recently become concerned with the potential negative impact of social media on mental health. Scientific studies have demonstrated the negative effects that social media can have on attention span, cognitive processes and sleep patterns. Mitigation strategies such as limits on screen time and digital detoxes can help […]

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27/02/2023

Is there a relationship between acne and diet?

Summary:  Acne is a common skin condition that affects millions of people globally. Although acne mainly manifests itself through the appearance of pimples on the skin, its psychological effects are often underestimated. While genetics, hormones, and bacteria are the primary causes of acne, clinicians are still debating whether diet plays a role in acne outbreaks. Since 1969, scientists have been […]

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