Immune cells surrounding the brain called gamma delta T cells produce the cytokine IL-17, which affects brain function and neural interaction and causes anxious behaviors in mice.

A microneedle patch with a paper sensor may be a new non-invasive and painless way to test glucose levels, which could help to monitor pre-diabetes.

Chronic stress, anxiety, and depression are linked to lower bone mineral density. Anxiety and stress increase norepinephrine levels, which lowers osteogenic markers and causes bone loss.

Mindfulness with paced breathing—deep, slow breathing with rates between 5 to 7 per minute, compared to 12 to 14—reduced blood pressure by reducing stress chemicals and increasing vascular relaxation.