Tag: Science
The Covid-19 epidemic is not over, let’s invest in indoor air quality!
“The holding of the Davos Forum marks a return to normal after two cancellations due to the pandemic”, have headlined some media. This return to normal for the world’s political…
Is fasting good for health? What science says
“In 2016, with my first book where I encouraged fasting at home, without medical supervision, I made a huge mistake. Many blamed me for it, a woman even died of…
Hospital: having more caregivers per patient is beneficial, it has been scientifically proven
Should a hospital nurse-patient ratio be imposed in all departments? On February 1, the Senate will consider a bill going in this direction. In France, the number of simultaneous patients…
A major player in the fight against HIV/AIDS, Pepfar celebrates its 20th anniversary
The Presidential Plan for the fight against AIDS was launched in 2003 by US President George W. Bush with the aim of supporting countries, particularly in Africa, in their fight…
Parkinson’s disease: new risk factors identified in women
What are the factors that increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease in women? The too few scientific studies on the subject are, moreover, sometimes contradictory. Fortunately, new work published…
On TikTok, young French people increasingly distrustful of science
A new Ifop poll published on January 12, which was conducted among a representative sample of 11-24 year olds, highlighted a worrying phenomenon on social networks. That of the growing…
Physical activity: walking well can be learned!
Every week, Dr. Jean-Marc Sène, sports doctor, presents his sports column in Priorité Santé. Today, he distills his advice for performing a physical activity that is often recommended: walking. Walking…
PODCAST. The “Swot” satellite, a scientific (and economic) revolution
In this episode of La Loupe, Xavier Yvon recounts this small revolution with multiple implications with Sébastien Pommier, from the Economy department of L’Express. Listen to this episode and subscribe…
nitrite exposure associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes
A few months ago, in France, the health authorities confirmed the link between exposure to nitrites, additives added in particular in charcuterie, and the risk of colorectal cancer. Exposure to…
Scientists and researchers around the world are struggling because of the war in Ukraine
The war in Ukraine also has consequences for the scientific world. Many international cooperations with Russia have been suspended since the Moscow offensive and this has an impact on the…