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How the environment can shape future allergies

2+ hour, 12+ min ago  (601+ words) Scientists uncovered details of how environmental exposure can affect the development of allergic responses in mice." The findings shed light on how early exposure to microbes and allergens might help protect against overactive immune responses. Allergies are caused by an…...

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ADHD medications stimulate alertness, motivation

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (224+ words) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, can affect a person's ability to focus on certain tasks, resist impulses, and refrain from moving around. Stimulant medications containing methylphenidate (Ritalin) or amphetamine (Adderall) are often prescribed to treat ADHD. The researchers looked for…...