Job Strain Can Worsen Sleep Longterm, Data Suggests
Ever woke in the night with your thoughts racing about work problems, co-worker disputes, or heavy career decisions? Well, it’s more common than you think.…
Being Told to ‘Calm Down,’ Other Microaggressions May Raise Risk for Postpartum Hypertension
The words “calm down” are worse than unhelpful — they actually can increase blood pressure among new mothers of color, a study has found. Gender-based…
Fitness Matters More Than Weight for Longevity, Study Says
When it comes to living a longer life, staying active may matter far more than what the scale says. Per the largest study yet on…
Can Exercise Ease Knee Pain? Here’s What the Research Shows
Movement is medicine, or so they tell people with knee osteoarthritis — but are they right? A recent evidence review calls into question just how…
Exercise Prior to Cancer Diagnosis May Help Slow Disease Progression
Exercising now can increase your chances of successfully fighting cancer in the future. Even low levels of exercise provided protection against cancer, a new study…
Can AI Help Make IVF More Successful?
AI might be able to boost the success rates of in vitro fertilization among hopeful families. An AI program can help doctors analyze ultrasound scans…
Can the Mediterranean Diet Boost Your Memory?
The Mediterranean diet is renown for its ability to improve heart health and help folks lose weight. Now a new rat study says this eating…
Multilingual Children with Autism Show Improved Cognitive Function
Kids with autism who speak more than one language tend to have fewer symptoms from their disorder. Being multilingual not only enhances their general cognitive…
Caregivers Face Mental, Physical Health Risks
More and more adults are stuck in the middle of their families, caring not only for their children but also for aging parents and other…
Interest In Permanent Contraception Rose After Roe v. Wade was Overturned
Abortion bans have led many young people to decide they’d rather forego having kids than ever face that dilemma. A surge in permanent contraception immediately…
Dogs Can Help Detect, Remove Spotted Lantern Flies
The spotted lanternfly is an invasive pest that can ruin grape, apple and hop crops and do terrible damage to maple and walnut trees. Luckily,…
About 50% of Adults Resolve to Try New Diet, Survey Says
A new diet is on the New Year’s resolution list for nearly half of U.S. adults, according to a new survey from the Physicians Committee…