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Eyes on the Ward: AI Now Tracks General Bed Patients 24/7

Eyes on the Ward: AI Now Tracks General Bed Patients 24/7

The most anxious moments for hospitalized patients and their caregivers often occur when medical staff leave the room.
Beyond the Caveman Craze: What the Paleo Diet Misses About Human Evolution

Beyond the Caveman Craze: What the Paleo Diet Misses About Human Evolution

Approximately six million years ago, early humans evolving from primates sustained themselves on a largely plant-based diet consisting of wild...
Mysterious Black-and-Blue Marks? The Surprising Reasons You Might Be Bruising Easily

Mysterious Black-and-Blue Marks? The Surprising Reasons You Might Be Bruising Easily

While washing up or changing clothes, you may occasionally notice a bluish bruise on your shin or forearm.
The Daycare Dilemma: Why Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Spreads Long After Symptoms Fade

The Daycare Dilemma: Why Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Spreads Long After Symptoms Fade

“Mom, my mouth hurts so I can’t eat.” When a child suddenly puts down their spoon, a quick check inside the mouth often...
The Illusion of Decline: Nearly Half of Older Adults Gain Cognition and Mobility

The Illusion of Decline: Nearly Half of Older Adults Gain Cognition and Mobility

Do you know someone past 70 who seems sharper than they used to be? Or an octogenarian who still strides briskly around...
Kitchen Smoke May Harm Memory, Not Just Lungs, New Study Suggests

Kitchen Smoke May Harm Memory, Not Just Lungs, New Study Suggests

Lingering odors and proper ventilation are familiar concerns for anyone who cooks at home.
Resetting the Body Clock: Smartphone App Cuts Mood Disorder Relapse Rates to One-Third

Resetting the Body Clock: Smartphone App Cuts Mood Disorder Relapse Rates to One-Third

"I’m taking my medication faithfully—so why is this happening again?" It is a deeply frustrating question that patients...
The 'Sixth Vital Sign': How Your Walking Pace Predicts Longevity and Health

The 'Sixth Vital Sign': How Your Walking Pace Predicts Longevity and Health

Walking is one of the most accessible forms of physical activity, known to elevate heart rate, boost metabolism, and...
The Hidden Danger in Your Medicine Cabinet: How Casual Self-Medication Triggers Vascular and Resistance Risks

The Hidden Danger in Your Medicine Cabinet: How Casual Self-Medication Triggers Vascular and Resistance Risks

Many households maintain a stockpile of leftover medications, ranging from basic fever reducers and cold remedies to...
Daveigh Chase, Star of ‘The Ring’ and ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ Dies at 35 From Sepsis Complications

Daveigh Chase, Star of ‘The Ring’ and ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ Dies at 35 From Sepsis Complications

Daveigh Chase, the American actress best known for her chilling portrayal of the supernatural antagonist in the 2002...