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Your smartwatch might help stop the next pandemic

Smartwatches have become popular for tracking heart rate, sleep, oxygen levels, and fitness. But scientists are now discovering they might be able to do something...

Nurses speak out: What’s holding back quality care for disadvantaged patients

A new study from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Nursing has revealed the real-life challenges nurses face when trying to care for patients...

Warning signs that alcohol is killing your liver health

Drinking alcohol might seem like a normal part of social life for many people, but it can cause serious damage to the liver if...

Cannabis use among older adults in the U.S. reaches record

A new study shows that more older adults in the United States are using marijuana than ever before, with 7% of people aged 65...

Swallowing magnets sends hundreds of children to hospital, doctors urge parents to stay alert

Doctors in the UK are warning parents to be extremely cautious when buying toys that contain magnets, after a new study revealed that around...

A universal vaccine for swine, human and bird flu

For decades, getting a flu shot every year has been a routine for many people around the world. Flu viruses change and evolve so...

Bird flu in cats raises fears of a new pandemic

As spring brings the return of migrating birds, experts are raising alarms about the spread of bird flu (H5N1) in cats and its potential...

Study finds big life expectancy differences across U.S. states

A major study led by researchers from Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) has uncovered significant differences in life expectancy across U.S. states and...

What are the symptoms of measles? How long does the vaccine last? Experts answer...

So far in 2025 (as of May 1), 70 cases of measles have been notified in Australia, with all states and territories except Tasmania...

The bad effects of smoking, drinking and lack of exercise are felt by mid-30s

A new study has found that unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking too much alcohol, and not getting enough exercise can already start harming mental...