New Smartwatch Could Monitor Blood Pressure All Day Without an Inflatable Cuff
Checking blood pressure is one of the most common ways doctors assess heart and blood vessel health.
High blood pressure affects millions of people around...
Why Breathing Hard May Benefit Mental Health More than Just Moving More
Many people know that exercise is good for physical health, but scientists are still learning which types of movement provide the greatest benefits for...
Why Heart Attack Survivors Struggle with Memory and Mood
Surviving a heart attack is often only the beginning of a long recovery journey.
While doctors focus heavily on repairing the damage to the heart,...
AI and Reddit Spot Possible New Side Effects of Weight Loss Drugs
Weight loss and diabetes medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have changed the lives of many people struggling with obesity and blood sugar problems.
These...
Brain Training Apps Provide Surprising Benefits to Older People
Many people have tried brain-training games and apps that promise to improve memory, sharpen attention, and keep the mind healthy as we age.
These programs...
New silicon material could guide vibrations like traffic on a highway
Scientists at ETH Zurich have developed an ultra-thin silicon material that can guide vibrations along carefully designed paths, much like roads directing traffic.
The breakthrough...
Major Surgery May Speed Up Memory Decline in Older People
For many older adults, major surgery can bring important benefits.
Procedures such as hip replacements can reduce pain and improve mobility, while abdominal surgeries can...
Common Sleep Pill May Create Hidden Risks for People with Sleep Problems
When people cannot sleep well, they often look for quick solutions. Sleep medications are commonly prescribed, and one drug that has gained popularity in...
This Cancer Vaccine Cuts Skin Cancer Recurrence Nearly in Half
A new study offers encouraging news for people who have been treated for melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer.
Researchers have found that...
Different Liver Diseases Cause Different Types of Muscle Loss
Muscle loss is a serious but often overlooked problem in people with advanced liver disease.
Many patients with end-stage liver disease gradually lose muscle mass...