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Scientists solve long-standing brain mystery by a whisker

When we step on the car brake upon seeing a red traffic light ahead, a sequence of events unfolds in the brain at lightning speed.

How COVID is a double-edged sword for those with OCD

By Matilda Boseley

Iran to close border with Iraq to contain spread of coronavirus

National Desk

Experts warn of ‘dangerous’ keto diet side effects

The ketogenic diet has become one of the fastest-growing dietary trends, but experts have warned that many of its advocates are unaware of the dangerous side effects the diet can cause.

New research suggests how psych meds cause weight gain

Scientists may have uncovered the reason critical medications for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder cause weight gain and diabetes – findings they hope will lead to better drugs.

COVID heart problems may persist for months; smartphone oxygen meters prove helpful

The following is a roundup by Reuters of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by the virus.

Iran registers more than 8,000 new coronavirus cases

Iran’s Health Ministry reported more than 8,000 new positive cases in the country in a 24-hour period.

Iran’s actions on noncommunicable diseases set model for Mideast: WHO official

Iran’s steps towards managing noncommunicable diseases can be emulated in the Middle East, WHO official said.

Mental illness in childhood could mean worse physical health decades later

As if suffering from a mental illness as a child isn't tough enough, new research suggests it could predict higher odds for physical ills in later life.

Genetic variants for skin color in African Americans linked to vitamin D deficiency, study finds

One day physicians may be able to look at an African American’s skin color and, with the help of other determinants, know if prescribing vitamin D supplements would lower that person’s risk of getting cancers of the prostate, colon, rectum or breast.