Smart mattress could help prevent deadly bedsores in bedridden patients
Researchers at UCLA have created a new kind of mattress that could make a big difference for people stuck in bed for long periods.
This...
Daytime sleepiness may signal higher dementia risk in these people
Older women who become sleepier during the day over a five-year period may have a higher risk of developing dementia, according to a new...
Poor sleep may fuel chronic pain—especially in women, study finds
Chronic pain affects about one in five people worldwide, and women make up as much as two-thirds of that number.
A new study from Aalborg...
Does running ruin your knees? And how old is too old to start?
You've probably heard that running is tough on your knees—and even that it can cause long-term damage. But is this true?
Running is a relatively...
Cutting back on processed foods could boost weight loss, study finds
A new study has found that people can lose more weight by eating less processed food, even when the meals have the same nutrients.
Researchers...
Ozempic may weaken muscles even if muscle size stays the same, study finds
Ozempic, a drug originally developed for diabetes that has become widely used for weight loss, has been praised for its effectiveness in shedding pounds.
But...
Long-term use of this anxiety and sleep drug may harm brain, study finds
Benzodiazepines are medications often used to treat anxiety and sleep problems. They work well in the short term and are commonly prescribed by doctors.
But...
Sleep apnea treatment may protect the heart for some patients—but raise risks for others
A new study suggests that the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—the CPAP machine—may lower the risk of heart problems for certain...
Don’t fear fat—just choose the right kind
For years, many people have tried to avoid eating fat altogether, believing it’s always bad for health.
But the truth is, some fats are not...
How to clean your phone without doing damage
We wash our hands, sanitize shopping trolleys and wipe down cafe tables. But what about our phones?
We touch these devices dozens of times a...