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The tricks that get us stuck in apps
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The tricks that get us stuck in apps

At first glance, it may seem fun, convenient - or even useful. But the tricks are designed to keep us using them as long and as often as possible
Psychedelics reduced depression, researchers call results exciting
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Psychedelics reduced depression, researchers call results exciting

A single dose of the psychedelic substance DMT produced a positive effect in people with difficult-to-treat depression, according to a study. "Exciting results," says depression researcher Mikael Tiger
The tricks that get us stuck in apps
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The tricks that get us stuck in apps

At first glance, it may seem fun, convenient - or even useful. But the techniques are designed to keep us using them for as long and as often as possible
More children are surviving cancer, even difficult diagnoses
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More children are surviving cancer, even difficult diagnoses

Advances in research and healthcare have led to better treatment of childhood cancer. We're constantly gaining percentage points
Autism in girls is detected later than in boys
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Autism in girls is detected later than in boys

More boys than girls are diagnosed with autism, but for people in their 20s the proportion is similar, according to a Swedish study that calls for better methods to identify autism in girls.
Genes control how old we become, surprising study shows
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Genes control how old we become, surprising study shows

Lifestyle appears to affect lifespan significantly less than previously thought. A new study using Swedish data and other sources shows that genes are correspondingly more important
Prisoner study into fatal violence against women
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Prisoner study into fatal violence against women

New research involving prisoners will provide insight into why men and boys kill a female partner.
Medication for stomach ulcers does not increase the risk of stomach cancer
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Medication for stomach ulcers does not increase the risk of stomach cancer

Medications for acid reflux and stomach ulcers do not increase the risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study based on Nordic health data.
HPV vaccine offered in schools also protects unvaccinated people
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HPV vaccine offered in schools also protects unvaccinated people

Offering the HPV vaccine to girls in schools benefits even those who do not get the shot, according to a new study that suggests herd immunity.
Pharmacists warn against tampering with weight-loss drugs
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Pharmacists warn against tampering with weight-loss drugs

Sales of weight-loss drugs are skyrocketing. Now pharmacists are sounding the alarm that people are tampering with doses to make them last longer
Expert advice on melatonin: Short-term use only
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Expert advice on melatonin: Short-term use only

Melatonin sales are increasing for both children and adults. Most people see it as a harmless supplement to help them sleep
The secret Nobel after-party is being held here tonight
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The secret Nobel after-party is being held here tonight

It is shrouded in myth and secrecy. At the traditional Nobel after-party, journalists are barred and photography is prohibited
Social media linked to poorer concentration
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Social media linked to poorer concentration

Computer games are allowed, but social media is pointed out as a risk to children's concentration. A study of over 8,000 children links the platforms' constant distractions to concentration problems, according to researchers at the Karolinska Institute
Expert: Cancer warning for hormones must be removed
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Expert: Cancer warning for hormones must be removed

In the US they are being removed. But in Sweden the misleading warning texts remain, stating that hormone therapy for menopausal women can cause cancer
Concerns about birth control pills spread on social media
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Concerns about birth control pills spread on social media

Youth clinics are inundated with anxious questions about birth control pills and cancer. Information is being spread on social media, often incorrect, about what a new study actually shows
Sick leave doctor Emelie: I lost it
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Sick leave doctor Emelie: I lost it

Emelie wanted to become a doctor to understand the body better. But at the health center there are many patients and not enough time
Strong increase in testosterone in young men
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Strong increase in testosterone in young men

The number of young men receiving testosterone on prescription has increased sharply over the last 20 years.
Genes clue to suicide risk in depression
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Genes clue to suicide risk in depression

A new large study shows that the genes you carry can predict the risk of suicide in depression. Depression before the age of 25 is particularly important
More than every second municipality has unhealthy air
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More than every second municipality has unhealthy air

Just over half of Sweden's municipalities have unhealthy air quality, according to an analysis from the Swedish Heart and Lung Foundation.
Study: Too much salt can change metabolism
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Study: Too much salt can change metabolism

If you add a little extra salt to your food, your metabolism may be at risk of changing, according to a new study.
Why Some People Are Naturally Immune to Stomach Flu
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Why Some People Are Naturally Immune to Stomach Flu

A broken gene protects around 20 percent of us against winter vomiting disease. But it has not always been that way
Swedish Monkey Experiments Surge 88 Percent Amid Pandemic
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Swedish Monkey Experiments Surge 88 Percent Amid Pandemic

The number of Swedish animal experiments with monkeys has increased by 88 percent in the last five years, compared to the five-year period before. This is reported by Vetenskapsradion in Sveriges Radio
Bea Uusma Revisits Vitön in New Book on Andrée Expedition
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Bea Uusma Revisits Vitön in New Book on Andrée Expedition

Twelve years after her first book about the Andrée expedition, Bea Uusma has come close enough to the three men's death to write "Vitön". Her project is almost existential
Sweden's Karolinska Institute Drops Out of Top 50 in 2026 Rankings
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Sweden's Karolinska Institute Drops Out of Top 50 in 2026 Rankings

Swedish Karolinska Institute continues to decline while universities in Denmark, Finland and Norway advance. However, none seem to be able to threaten the world's best university, which tops Times Higher Education's ranking for the tenth year in a row
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