Expecting twins is a double blessing, but it can also bring greater risks than a singleton pregnancy. Twin pregnancies require more monitoring and care, with the need for higher folic acid intake and increased weight gain. Pregnant with twins may experience more morning sickness, back pain, and heartburn. There is also a higher risk of…
Researchers have developed a smartphone-based tool that uses voice recordings to track mental health status by analyzing specific vocal patterns linked to mental health. This Mental Fitness Vocal Biomarker (MFVB) platform aims to complement traditional psychiatric assessments and improve self-monitoring of mental health symptoms. The tool calculates a real-time MFVB score based on eight vocal…
New research has found a link between gestational hypertension during pregnancy and cognitive decline later in life. The study suggests that women who experienced high blood pressure during pregnancy may be at a higher risk for cognitive problems as they age. This highlights the importance of monitoring and addressing gestational hypertension to prevent long-term health…
Atlantic Health System has partnered with FeelBetter, a startup based in Tel Aviv and Boston, to adopt their technology for managing polypharmacy patients who take five or more medications simultaneously. The platform aims to address the growing public health concern of senior patients being prescribed multiple medications, leading to poor health outcomes, increased healthcare costs,…
A recent study presented at the American Academy of Neurology annual meeting looked at the outcomes of treating older adults with multiple sclerosis (MS) and signs of cancer with immune checkpoint inhibitors. The study found that 13 out of 38 patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors had partial or complete cancer remission. Overall, the treatment…
During World War II, Nazi troops caused a man-made famine in the Netherlands known as the Dutch Hunger Winter, resulting in 20,000 deaths and long-lasting impacts on survivors’ descendants. Neuroscientist Bianca Jones Marlin investigates how trauma can be inherited across generations, particularly through changes in sensory experiences like smell. Her research with mice shows that…
Dreams are a mysterious aspect of human experience that continue to fascinate scientists and society. Recent research presented at the annual meeting of the Cognitive Neuroscience Society highlights the impact of dreams on our waking lives, including their potential influence on our perceptions of sleep quality. Studies are exploring the relationship between dreams, cognition, and…
A study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä in Finland found that genetic predisposition for higher muscle strength can predict a longer lifespan and lower risk for common diseases. The research used data from over 340,000 Finns to analyze the relationship between hereditary muscle strength, morbidity, and mortality. Individuals with a genetic predisposition for higher…
Pregnancy myths about predicting a baby’s sex persist despite advances in medical technology. These myths, such as belly shape, heart rate, ring swinging, and Drano color, have no scientific basis. While some myths seem to align with reality, like cravings and morning sickness, they are not reliable indicators. The Chinese lunar calendar is also not…
Early data suggests that new multicancer early detection (MCED) tests, such as CanScan, MERCURY, and OncoSeek, show promise in identifying cancers without routine screening options. These tests aim to accurately identify multiple cancer types with a single blood draw. CanScan covers two-thirds of new cancer cases globally and has shown promising sensitivity and specificity rates….
