Some parts of the brain tend to atrophy and deform in concert with other regions. Credit: Zephyr/SPLA comprehensive analysis of nearly 50,000 brain scans has identified five unique patterns of brain atrophy linked to aging and neurodegenerative diseases. The study also connected these patterns to lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol consumption, as...
Credit: PixabayA recent study has uncovered a surprising potential treatment for depression: vinegar. Researchers from Arizona State University have found that daily consumption of vinegar could significantly improve symptoms of depression, hinting at its potential as "a simple and natural treatment option."The Study and Its FindingsThe study divided 28 overweight but otherwise healthy adults...
Nuts, seeds, dark leafy greens, and dark chocolate are all good dietary sources of magnesiumDepositphotosIf your diet includes plenty of leafy greens, dark chocolate, nuts, and beans, you're likely in good shape. However, if these foods are missing from your meals, you should take note of a new study that highlights how a mineral...
Your tongue offers a window to your overall health, especially when a machine-trained algorithm is lookingDepositphotosBy applying modern machine learning to an age-old health diagnostic method, researchers have created an impressive system that can detect various medical conditions simply by examining your tongue. Testing demonstrated its near-perfect accuracy."Doctors have been asking to see your...
Credit: PixabayEating fruits and vegetables daily is a great way to maintain good health—just be sure to wash them thoroughly first.While many are aware of the health risks associated with raw meat and fish, fresh produce is often seen as "safe." However, each year, one in ten people falls ill from consuming unsafe food,...
Bioservo describes the Carbonhand as "an innovative grip-strengthening glove designed to restore power to those with impaired hand function"BioservoIndividuals weakened by osteoarthritis or myositis may require assistance with daily tasks like watering plants, filling the kettle, or peeling potatoes. The Carbonhand robotic glove is designed to aid with these activities and is now available...
Turmeric is one of the botanical supplements being flagged as a risk to liver healthCredit: PixabayRising Risks: Botanical Supplements and Liver HealthOver 15 million Americans might be jeopardizing their liver health while attempting to improve their overall wellness. Recent research has highlighted the potential harm from widely used botanical supplements, including turmeric, green tea,...
The monkeypox virus has been added to the WHO's list of priority pathogens. Credit: Kateryna Kon/Science Photo Library/GettyAccording to a newly updated list from the World Health Organization (WHO) this week, the number of pathogens capable of igniting the next pandemic has expanded to over 30, now including the influenza A virus, dengue virus,...
A world-first human treatment by an autonomous robot dental surgeonPerceptiveA historic milestone for the dental profession, an AI-controlled autonomous robot performed an entire procedure on a human patient for the first time, completing it about eight times faster than a human dentist could. It might sound like nightmare fuel, but it's a remarkable achievement.Developed...
The BiVACOR total artificial heart is about the size of a large fistBiVACORFor the first time, BiVACOR's fully mechanical heart, which employs technology similar to high-speed rail systems, has been successfully implanted in a human. This advancement represents a significant milestone in prolonging lives while patients await heart transplants.Details of the Total Artificial Heart...
