What you need to know about leaky heart valves
In the symphony of the body, the heart plays a crucial role, pumping life through our veins with every beat. But what happens when...
Understanding your active heart rate
When it comes to heart health, one number that often pops up is your heart rate, especially your active heart rate. This little piece...
The link between diabetes and frequent bathroom trips
One of the hallmark symptoms of diabetes that often prompts individuals to visit their doctor is frequent urination.
It's a symptom that can significantly affect...
Scientists find new way to monitor chronic diabetic wounds
A new wireless system developed by a KAIST research team is set to revolutionize the way medical professionals monitor wound healing, particularly for diabetic...
How high blood pressure harms eye health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often discussed in terms of its effects on the heart and blood vessels. However, its impact on the...
Back pain and prostate cancer may have a strong connection
Back pain is a common complaint among adults, often attributed to causes like poor posture, strain, or age-related changes in the spine. However, when...
AI discovers two distinct types of prostate cancer
Scientists have made a new discovery in the fight against prostate cancer, a disease that impacts one in eight men during their lifetime.
Researchers from...
A 4-hour-old stopped breathing. A patient care technician saved him.
Sore and groggy from her cesarean section, Lorraine Stewart snuggled her 4-hour-old baby against her chest in her hospital bed as he nursed.
Full and...
Your wrist device may detect early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
A study led by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has introduced a novel approach to potentially detecting early signs of Alzheimer's...
Why potassium is a key player in blood pressure control
When it comes to managing high blood pressure, or hypertension, we often hear about the need to reduce salt intake. However, there's another piece...