Anesthesiologist-led care expedites hip fracture surgery, reducing delays, complications (heart, lung, blood clots) & hospital stays. Streamlined process improves outcomes for older adults. Quicker OR access = better recovery.
Urbanization, climate change, and global travel drive chikungunya, dengue, and Zika outbreaks. Mosquito control, community action, and global coordination are crucial to prevention. Aedes mosquitoes, standing water.
Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez, known for his fiery baseball career, now finds peace in gardening. He reflects on his past and advises players to be mindful of the person inside the uniform. Love in New York after retirement.
Chromium supplements are promoted for blood sugar control and athletic performance. However, a biochemist argues its benefits lack strong scientific evidence, unlike iron, which has a well-defined role in the body.
Amyloid beta, a protein linked to Alzheimer's, strengthens T-cells, boosting immunity against cancer. Preserving mitochondria and managing fumarate are key. This reveals a potential link between Alzheimer's and cancer defense.
Research reveals potential forced labor risks in popular healthy diets (Mediterranean, US-style), linking ingredients to exploitation. Vegan diets show lower risk. Worker-led solutions are crucial.
Improved NanoSeq DNA sequencing analyzes cheek swabs/blood samples, revealing somatic mutations linked to aging, smoking, and alcohol. The research identifies early cancer development & risk factors.
Study reveals ultra-processed foods (UPFs) negatively impact metabolic and reproductive health, even without excessive consumption. High in sugar, fat, and salt, UPFs are linked to various health risks.
Study reveals pianists' fingertip control shapes timbre, impacting music perception. Research unlocks potential for skill transfer, rehab, and interface design.
HIIT shows powerful outcomes, especially in chillier environments reducing arterial stiffness. Yoga offers health and wellness advantages, but people seeking to improve their vascular wellness might also require to include even more energetic activities.
Long-term exposure to TCE, an industrial chemical, shows a link to a 10% higher Parkinson's risk in older adults. The study highlights the need for stricter regulations on industrial pollutants.
Penn Medicine researchers found psilocybin impacts brain circuits, offering new paths for pain and mental health. It reduces pain & depression in mice by targeting the ACC, showing potential as a non-addictive therapy.
Explore the impact of medical debt and wage garnishment, affecting millions. Many face lawsuits from debt collectors, with low-income individuals disproportionately impacted. Some states offer limited protections.
Global study reveals inhaled heparin is effective for seriously ill COVID-19 patients, reducing ventilation needs and mortality. This cost-effective drug may combat other respiratory infections.
Research shows a healthy diet, especially fruit, may protect lungs from air pollution, particularly in women. Antioxidants in fruit may mitigate PM2.5's harm. Pollution & fruit intake are key.
UPF addiction is prevalent among older Americans, linked to poor health, social isolation, and unhealthy diets. Study reveals higher rates than alcohol/tobacco addiction. UPF marketing targets both sexes, contributing to dependency.
Research suggests a link between autism's prevalence and human brain evolution. Rapid evolution of autism-linked genes may have fueled neurodiversity and complex thought, impacting language and cognition.
