Road traffic noise linked to immediate heart and blood vessel stress
A new study published in the journal Cardiovascular Research shows that a single night of road traffic noise,…
Fitness tracking: When your wrist quietly judges you
One drink, and your recovery score drops the next morning. A late dinner shows up as elevated resting…
Smartwatch data may help detect opioid misuse risk
Opioid overdoses continue to take a devastating toll across the United States. According to the U.S. Centers for…
High intake of ultraprocessed foods increases risk of both all-cause and cancer-specific death
Bottom line: Cancer survivors who consumed higher amounts of ultraprocessed foods as part of their diet had a significantly increased risk of both all-cause and cancer-specific death. Journal in…
Study: Apple Watch detects atrial fibrillation “better” than standard medical check-up
The Apple Watch can detect atrial fibrillation. (Image source: Benedikt Winkel, Notebookcheck) A new study shows that the…
Why are smart rings outpacing smartwatches despite late market entry?
Smart rings are finally going mainstream. It took only a decade. The category, popularized by the Finnish brand…
AI method sharply improves noise removal in brain imaging
Obtaining clearer functional MRI data about the brain and its disorders is possible using artificial intelligence, according to…
Cardiologist explains how to exercise to prevent heart failure: Just 150 minutes every week
To build a healthy heart, in fact, to achieve overall fitness, experts and doctors often recommend working out…
Study finds bright nights raise risk for stroke and heart failure in adults over 40
Researchers have discovered that people exposed to brighter light at night face up to 50% higher risks of…
Are You ‘Overspending’ Your Heartbeats? New Metric Could Transform Physical Fitness
An athlete’s heart is monitored while he runs on a treadmill. (Photo by Gorodenkoff on Shutterstock) Researchers believe…
Tai chi improves memory and sleep in older adults with type 2 diabetes
A clinical trial shows that practicing Tai Chi online can sharpen thinking skills and improve sleep in older…
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…