Novosound, a Scottish sensor technology startup, has secured a patent for its ultrasound system, the Slanj digital platform, aimed at medical and wearables markets. The system uses gel-free, high-resolution sensors in a wearable, Wi-Fi-enabled device. The patent grants Novosound exclusive rights to sell its technology in the US and UK. The company, founded in 2018,…
Fire Capt. Jesse Blaire in Ocala, Florida, is leading an effort to address the opioid crisis by bringing addiction medication to those in need, meeting them where they are, whether it’s on the street or at their homes. Blaire’s team, part of the Coordinated Opioid Recovery Network, provides free services to connect individuals with needed…
A study showed that the 2016 CDC guidelines for prescribing opioids for chronic pain inadvertently led to a decrease in opioid prescriptions for patients with sickle cell disease (SCD). Researchers found that opioid dispensing rates and dosages decreased among SCD patients following the release of the guidelines. This population, predominantly African American, experienced a rise…
Steward Health Care, facing financial issues at its Massachusetts hospitals, is selling its nationwide physician network to UnitedHealth’s Optum Care unit. The sale of Stewardship Health is part of a strategy to strengthen the company’s system of 33 hospitals after falling behind in payments. Optum subsidiary Collaborative Care Holdings filed notice with the state Health…
David Lindsay Maxwell, born in Scotland, was a responsible eldest son after his father’s death at a young age. He excelled academically and athletically, becoming Captain of Boats at Eton College and winning national rowing championships at Cambridge. He studied natural sciences and social and political sciences, showing a strong commitment to his education. Throughout…
Regular exercise 2-3 times a week is associated with a lower risk of insomnia and better sleep duration, according to a 10-year study. The research, including 4,399 middle-aged adults from nine European countries, found that persistently active individuals were less likely to have insomnia symptoms, more likely to have normal sleep duration, and less likely…
A new analysis of over 13,000 people found changes in blood vessels in the brain, increasing the risk of stroke and dementia in those with heart conditions, regardless of stroke history. The research, the most comprehensive to date, revealed common hidden brain changes in individuals with heart conditions. Brain imaging is essential for detecting these…
LaShawn Wiltz struggled with chronic sleep-maintenance insomnia, but after hearing about the “sleepy girl mocktail” on TikTok made with magnesium glycinate, she decided to try it to improve her sleep quality. Magnesium helps relax muscles and calm the nervous system, potentially aiding in better sleep. While more research is needed on the specific effects of…
Two classes of chemicals found in common household products could hinder the development of oligodendrocytes, crucial brain cells, according to a study led by Paul Tesar, PhD. Quaternary ammonium compounds and organophosphate flame retardants were found to have harmful effects on non-nerve cells in the brain. Research is ongoing but experts suggest more investigation is…
Cigarette smoking, including prenatal exposure, has been identified as a risk factor for Type 2 diabetes. Researchers studied almost half a million adults and found that early-life tobacco exposure significantly increases the risk of developing diabetes, particularly for those with a genetic predisposition. Prenatal exposure to tobacco increases the risk by 22%, while starting smoking…
