This Week in Science: An Earthquake Shift, a Black Hole First, And More!

This Week in Science: An Earthquake Shift, a Black Hole First, And More!

Our weekly science news roundup.

The Best Diet For Brain Health Is Probably Not What You Think

The Best Diet For Brain Health Is Probably Not What You Think

There was one clear, standout winner.

Scientists Found Microplastics in Hedgehogs, And The Explanation Is Disturbing

Scientists Found Microplastics in Hedgehogs, And The Explanation Is Disturbing

This hits close to home.

One Specific Blood Protein Can Identify Dementia Risk Decades Before Diagnosis

One Specific Blood Protein Can Identify Dementia Risk Decades Before Diagnosis

Getting a head start on disease.

Most Women Aren't Buying The Most Effective Drug For Period Pain, Study Suggests

Most Women Aren't Buying The Most Effective Drug For Period Pain, Study Suggests

A huge mismatch uncovered in data from 3 million shoppers.

Low Testosterone Is Linked to a Higher Risk of Cancer, Study Finds

Low Testosterone Is Linked to a Higher Risk of Cancer, Study Finds

With one exception.

Stress Can Physically Alter Your Blood's Structure, Study Reveals

Stress Can Physically Alter Your Blood's Structure, Study Reveals

"The results were stark."

A Strange, Boiling Hole Just Appeared Out of Nowhere in Yellowstone

A Strange, Boiling Hole Just Appeared Out of Nowhere in Yellowstone

The second time in two years.

Rumbles Deep Inside Mars Hint at a Vast, Ancient Magma System

Rumbles Deep Inside Mars Hint at a Vast, Ancient Magma System

A red planet on the inside too?

Parasite Affecting 1 in 3 People Is a Serious Risk to Human Health, Scientists Warn

Parasite Affecting 1 in 3 People Is a Serious Risk to Human Health, Scientists Warn

More needs to be done.

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