Marta Zaraska

Dec 11, 2024 | webmd.com | Marta Zaraska

Dec. 11, 2024 — Here’s a thought that may coax you toward getting the flu vaccine: Think of it as a seasonal “buy one, get one free” special. In the case of a flu shot, vaccination can bring more than just one unexpected benefit. Research shows that immunization against the flu has been linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease as well as a reduced risk of heart failure and stroke. What’s more, the shingles vaccine may lower the risk of Parkinson’s disease and stave off dementia.

Nov 19, 2024 | spektrum.de | Marta Zaraska

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Nov 18, 2024 | scientificamerican.com | Marta Zaraska

Zebras, a children’s tale goes, became striped after “standing half in the shade and half out of it.” While the author, Rudyard Kipling, wasn’t a biologist, his story may hold some truth: research shows that when temperatures rise, animals become lighter in color, resembling the sun-exposed parts of the storybook zebra. In the humid shadows, meanwhile, darker hues prevail.

Oct 24, 2024 | mdedge.com | Marta Zaraska

This October, millions of Americans missed out on two of the most spectacular shows in the universe: the northern lights and a rare comet. Even if you were aware of them, light pollution made them difficult to see, unless you went to a dark area and let your eyes adjust. It’s not getting any easier — the night sky over North America has been growing brighter by about 10% per year since 2011.

Oct 22, 2024 | webmd.com | Marta Zaraska

Oct. 22, 2024 – This October, millions of Americans missed out on two of the most spectacular shows in the universe: the northern lights and a rare comet. Even if you were aware of them, light pollution made them difficult to see, unless you went to a dark area and let your eyes adjust. It’s not getting any easier – the night sky over North America has been growing brighter by about 10% per year since 2011.