Dec 31, 2024 09:11AM
A PLOS ONE study highlights the one-legged balance test as a key indicator of fall risk in seniors, with declines linked to aging. Balancing for under 5 seconds signals higher danger.
Food pouches for kids are convenient but may impact nutrition, dental health, and speech development, and promote aversions to natural foods. Experts urge mindful use and variety.
Nov 29, 2024 09:11AM
A study of veterans with PTSD found those with trained psychiatric service dogs showed reduced symptoms, lower anxiety, and better social functioning.
Acupuncture shows promise as a safe, effective treatment for shingles, easing pain and reducing skin lesions, according to a review of 59 trials with nearly 4,000 patients.
A mobile app-based mindfulness program, including guided meditations and symptom management, significantly eased psychological distress in ICU survivors, a study finds.
Oct 31, 2024 09:11AM
A 2023 study in Integrative Medicine Reports found that an eight-week wellness program improved heart rate variability (HRV) in college students, suggesting enhanced stress recovery and spiritual well-being. Further research is needed.
A 2023 study by George Washington University links 640,000 U.S. UTIs to E. coli in meat. Proper kitchen hygiene and cooking meat to recommended temperatures can reduce the risk of foodborne infections.
Sep 30, 2024 09:13AM
A promising blood test developed by C2N Diagnostics can detect Alzheimer’s with 91% accuracy, significantly more reliable than current diagnostic methods.
Sep 30, 2024 09:03AM
On a Southwest Airlines flight, scouts helped perform CPR for 40 minutes, aiding doctors and nurses to save a passenger’s life.
Sep 30, 2024 09:02AM
Starting in 2025, the EU will ban mercury dental amalgams for all ages, citing health risks, especially for vulnerable groups.
