Sarah Scheinman

1 week ago | theunbiasedscipod.substack.com | Jess Steier |Sarah Scheinman

Today's newsletter is a departure from our usual content. Rather than diving into the complexities of today's public health policies and healthcare debates, we're picking the brain of Unbiased Science's resident neurobiologist, Dr. Sarah Scheinman, to discuss the science of dreams. Honestly, we needed a break— time to flip to the cooler side of the pillow.

3 weeks ago | theunbiasedscipod.substack.com | Jess Steier |Sarah Scheinman

Here's a sentence you probably never thought you'd read: living near a golf course might be hazardous to your health. No, we're not talking about the risk of getting beaned by an errant tee shot from your neighbor's backyard driving range. A new study published in JAMA Neurology has found that people living within a mile of golf courses have more than double the risk of developing Parkinson's disease compared to those living farther away.

1 month ago | theunbiasedscipod.substack.com | Jess Steier |Sarah Scheinman

Let's talk periods. We know, we know, it's an uncomfortable topic. But here's the situation: every minute, somewhere in the US, a woman requires a blood transfusion because of her menstruation. Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) often involves blood loss so significant that if it were associated with an injury, it would result in a call for an ambulance or a trip to the emergency room.

1 month ago | theunbiasedscipod.substack.com | Jess Steier |Aimee Bernard |Elana Pearl BenJoseph |Sarah Scheinman

Last month, researchers published an important study about how mRNA COVID-19 vaccines affect our immune system. The findings are fascinating and highlight a beneficial aspect of these vaccines that extends beyond their targeted protection against COVID-19.

2 months ago | portside.org | Jess Steier |Sarah Scheinman

Beyond Infection Prevention: The Surprising Brain Benefits of Vaccines Published April 25, 2025 Have you ever wondered if those routine shots at your doctor's office could be doing more than just preventing the flu or shingles? Vaccinations are essential not only for training the immune system to recognize and fight off harmful viruses and bacteria, but emerging research suggests they may also play a surprising role in reducing the risk of dementia.