Pulse oximeter bias undercounts sleep apnea severity in Black patients
Sleep studies often use a pulse oximeter to determine the severity of sleep apnea. But a new study…
AI-powered heart MRI measurements better predict patients’ survival
Artificial intelligence (AI) measurements of heart function from MRI scans are more strongly linked to how long patients…
Two healthy diets stood out in a study of more than 7,000 adults
Can what you eat influence the subtle rhythms of your heart? Researchers examined four popular dietary patterns and…
Study uncovers why pulmonary hypertension patients report symptoms of cognitive decline
University of Pittsburgh and UPMC researcher-clinicians have uncovered why many pulmonary hypertension patients report symptoms of cognitive decline.…
New age-specific prediction models improve incomplete Kawasaki disease diagnosis
Incomplete Kawasaki disease (IKD) remains hard to recognize because it often lacks the classic signs of complete Kawasaki…
Discarded fruit and vegetable parts offer overlooked fiber benefits
Most of us routinely discard the peels, skins, stalks, and seeds of fruits and vegetables at mealtime. But…
Low vitamin B12 is linked to heart disease. Supplements tell a different story
Low vitamin B12 levels have been linked to cardiovascular disease, prompting researchers to examine how deficiency affects blood…
Liposomal vitamin D3 boosts absorption
Researchers from Australia and San Diego-based wellness and supplement brand Cymbiotika, who funded the study, compared the absorption…
Nestlé launches Solgar Prime for fast-growing healthy-longevity market
Solgar Prime will be introduced later this year in the United States and Europe, with further expansion to…
Premature menopause linked to higher heart disease risk and insulin levels
Premature menopause is associated with an increased risk of several long-term health problems due to estrogen deficiency. Cardiovascular…
Replacement chemical for harmful phthalates may restrict fetal growth
A chemical used to make plastic more flexible, once introduced as a safer substitute for older additives now…
Experimental Heart Drug Helps Patients Exercise More and Feel Better
An experimental drug designed to reduce excessive heart muscle contraction helped patients with a difficult-to-treat form of hypertrophic…