Listeria found in 13 foods at restaurant coco & carmen

11. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

Several foods at the luxury restaurant Coco & Carmen in Stockholm tested positive for listeria after an outbreak infecting 15 people. Truffle mix, semifreddo espresso, and wild boar consommé showed the highest levels, over 30 times the limit. The restaurant is sanitizing and reopening on October 11.

Listeriaepidemia sairastuttaa yli 100 Tukholman luksusravintolassa

08. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

Yli 100 ihmistä on ilmoittanut ruokamyrkytyksestä syötyään Coco & Carmen -luksusravintolassa Tukholman Östermalmissa. Useita listeriatartuntoja on vahvistettu, mikä on johtanut noin 20 sairaalahoitoon. Epidemian lähde on yhä selvitystyön alla.

Study links prediabetes remission to lower diabetes risk without weight loss

Researchers in Tübingen have found that people with prediabetes can reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 71% through lifestyle changes that normalize blood sugar levels, even if they do not lose weight. The study emphasizes the role of improved fat distribution over mere weight reduction. This challenges current guidelines focused primarily on shedding pounds.

Bacteria in tumors produce molecule to boost cancer chemotherapy

Scientists have identified a molecule produced by bacteria inside tumors that enhances the effectiveness of chemotherapy against colorectal cancer. The compound, 2-methylisocitrate, damages cancer cell DNA and disrupts their metabolism. This discovery could lead to new treatments that make existing drugs more potent.

Study shows older fathers transmit more disease mutations through selfish sperm

A new study reveals that older men pass on significantly more disease-causing genetic mutations to their children due to the rapid proliferation of mutant sperm stem cells. Researchers found that the proportion of mutated sperm rises sharply with age, from 1 in 50 for men in their early thirties to nearly 1 in 20 by age 70. This phenomenon, driven by 'selfish' mutations, heightens risks for severe disorders in offspring.

German cabinet approves reforms on police, hospitals and social contributions

08. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

The German cabinet deliberated on Wednesday on modernizing the Federal Police Act, which among other things strengthens drone defense. Changes to hospital reform and higher social contributions for high earners were also approved. Stricter rules for medical cannabis are in focus as well.

Scientists discover brain circuit driving alcohol addiction relapse

Researchers at Scripps Research have identified a brain region that becomes hyperactive in rats, linking alcohol to relief from withdrawal stress and promoting relapse. The paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus plays a key role in this negative reinforcement learning. The findings, published on August 5, 2025, could inform treatments for addiction and related disorders.

Uusi tutkimus ennustaa lämpöön liittyviä kuolemia viikko etukäteen

08. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

Uppsalan yliopiston tutkijat ovat kehittäneet ennustusjärjestelmän, joka voi ennustaa lämpöön liittyviä kuolemia Euroopassa viikko etukäteen. Järjestelmä yhdistää meteorologisia tietoja terveyden tilastoihin tarkempien varoitusten antamiseksi. Yli 100 000 ihmistä kuoli äärilämpöön Euroopassa kesinä 2022 ja 2023.

Tips for managing the day after a poor night's sleep

A night of poor sleep can leave one exhausted and disrupt eating habits, but expert Mariel Silva advises against self-blame and prioritizing rest. Hormonal imbalances boost cravings for unhealthy foods. Focusing on habits to improve nighttime sleep is essential.