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A furry social robot can reduce pain and increase happiness

Could furry social robots help bolster moods and reduce pain when human to human contact isn’t an option, for example, during a pandemic? According to a new study by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers published in Scientific Reports, a one-time, hour-long session with a plush, seal-like social robot reduced pain and oxytocin levels,… Read More »

The Type of Climate You Live in May Increase Your Risk of Cancer

Although research has shown that increased exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays ups our risk of  developing skin cancer, new findings published in the journal Environmental Engineering Science report a link between wetter and chillier climates and an increased risk of several other cancers, reports Medical News Today. Scientists aimed to look for a relationship… Read More »

Can ativan increase your heart rate

Make sure to exercise, under the supervision of your healthcare provider. If you experience symptoms or side effects, especially if severe, be sure to discuss them with your health care team. Heart rhythm changes, or arrhythmias, occur when there is a disruption in the heart’s normal electrical system, causing it to beat irregularly. As studies… Read More »