Deep learning algorithm uses mammograms and age for heart disease prediction
A new machine learning model developed by The George Institute for Global Health can successfully predict heart disease…
Scientists map kissing bugs beyond the Americas to assess Chagas threat
A groundbreaking dataset charts the distribution of kissing bug species across three continents, providing public health officials with…
BP™ initiative works relentlessly to help people with hypertension
Nearly half of U.S. adults – 122.4 million people – are living with high blood pressure (BP), a…
Study warns women with type 2 diabetes against using oral estrogen therapy
In women with type 2 diabetes (T2D), use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) skin patches is not associated…
Understanding the risk reduction of statins with cholesterol
Dr. Keith Roach | To Your Health Dear Dr. Roach: A cardiologist recently suggested that I should consider…
Researchers reveal why global gains against chronic diseases are stalling
Despite overall declines in premature non-communicable disease deaths, the study reveals faltering progress driven by uneven regional trends…
Novel RNA target offers hope for improving outcomes in patients with chronic limb ischemia
Mark W. Feinberg, MD, cardiologist with the Mass General Brigham Heart and Vascular Institute and professor of medicine…
Heart Attacks May Be Infectious and Vaccines Could Prevent Them
Heart attacks may be infectious, driven by hidden microbes in the arteries. Credit: Shutterstock Scientists have uncovered evidence…
Common wearable devices could remotely monitor pregnancy-related health changes
A simple fitness tracker might hold the key to revolutionizing maternal healthcare. Scientists at Scripps Research have found…
Planetary health diet links to longer life and lower emissions
A large US-UK analysis shows that eating more plant-forward meals and fewer animal-source foods is associated with a…
5 Pistachio Benefits & How They Compare To Other Nuts
If only there were a magical food that would melt away belly fat. Alas, that’s not the case,…
AI voice agents helped improve accuracy of blood pressure measurements in older adults
Artificial intelligence (AI) voice agents helped older adults with high blood pressure to accurately report their blood pressure…