Emerging trends in wearable breath sensors aim at personalized healthcare solutions
Scientists conducted a study on wearable breath sensors for healthcare monitoring, focusing on tracking respiratory parameters and biomarkers for disease detection. They discussed traditional breath analysis methods and advancements in…
The Emotional Effects of OAB
Overactive bladder can have physical and emotional impacts, affecting social interactions, intimacy, and sleep quality. The loss of control over one's bladder can be devastating, leading to feelings of shame…
Alzheimer’s Prevalence Predicted to Double by 2050
The annual report from the Alzheimer's Association revealed that approximately 6.9 million older adults in the US are living with Alzheimer's disease, with another 200,000 under age 65 having younger-onset…
Cannabis Vaping Liquids May Have Toxic Metal Particles Even Before First Use: Study
Vaping is viewed as a safer way to consume substances like nicotine and cannabis compared to smoking, as it involves heating liquid into vapor instead of burning. However, a new…
NMC warns Medical Colleges against fake letters trap
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a warning to medical colleges about a scam involving fake letters. These letters are being used to trap medical colleges in fraudulent activities.…
Menopause Brain Fog or Dementia? Midi Health, Neurotrack Team Up To Offer Screening
Brain fog is a common symptom of menopause that can be worrying for women with a family history of dementia. Midi Health, a virtual care clinic for menopausal women, has…
RCSI introduces paid surrogacy leave for staff
The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland now offers paid leave for staff who become parents through surrogacy. The new surrogacy leave policy allows for 24 weeks of paid leave…
Plant-Based Diets Do Not Increase Hip Fracture Risk Among Postmenopausal Women
Long-term adherence to a plant-based diet is not linked to an increased risk of hip fracture in postmenopausal individuals, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open. Researchers analyzed…
Midi Health partners with Neurotrack to help identify menopause brain fog
Midi Health, a women's health clinic, is partnering with Neurotrack to help midlife women determine if brain fog is a symptom of menopause or a sign of cognitive impairment like…
A Mom’s $97,000 Question: How Was Her Baby’s Air-Ambulance Ride Not Medically Necessary?
Sara England's baby, Amari Vaca, needed emergency care after struggling to breathe following open-heart surgery. Despite having insurance, Cigna denied coverage for the $97,599 air-ambulance flight, claiming it was not…