A physical examination—commonly called a “physical”—involves a healthcare provider conducting an annual (or sometimes less frequent) comprehensive health assessment. This includes measuring vital signs, reviewing medical history and current medications, examining your body systematically, and ordering specific blood tests. When you have a physical scheduled, steering clear of these common mistakes will help you feel… read on >
Methods like steam inhalation or light exercise that induce sweating may provide some relief for cold symptoms such as nasal congestion, coughing, and sore throat discomfort. However, this temporary symptom relief doesn’t translate to a faster recovery from your cold. The common cold has no cure, and there’s no method to eliminate it overnight. For… read on >
Recent animal research has unveiled an intriguing possibility: combining a green tea antioxidant with nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3, might rejuvenate aging brain cells and eliminate protein plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Earlier human studies have also connected green tea and dietary vitamin B3 to improved cognitive health. Key Findings from the… read on >
A midlife crisis can open doors to personal growth and self-discovery. Let’s explore actionable strategies and the fresh perspectives this life stage can offer. The existence of midlife crises has long been a topic of discussion among mental health experts. While “midlife crisis” isn’t an official clinical diagnosis, and studies indicate that only 10–20% of… read on >
After decades of intense focus on genetics, the biomedical research community is undergoing a major shift, focusing on a new framework called “exposomics.” Similar to the way scientists work to map the human genome, this emerging field aims to map the chemical, physical, social and biological elements a person encounters throughout their life. Experts estimate… read on > read on >
For many young adults, social media is where life happens: Friendships, news, stress, all rolled into a single screen. But a new study suggests that stepping away, even for just one week, may help ease anxiety, depression and sleep problems. Researchers tracked 295 young adults ages 18 to 24 who agreed to limit their social… read on > read on >
From childhood to old age, the human brain doesn’t just slowly fade or steadily grow, it changes in stages. A new study suggests our brains go through four major turning points that shape how we think, learn and connect. Researchers said those shifts happen around the ages of 9, 32, 66 and 83. The findings,… read on > read on >
For many families who lose someone to suicide, the same question comes up again and again: “How did we not see this coming?” A new study suggests that for some people, there truly weren’t clear warning signs to see. Researchers at the University of Utah found that people who die by suicide without showing prior… read on > read on >
A step as simple as sticking to the same bedtime each night could improve a person’s blood pressure, new research suggests. In just two weeks, people whose more haphazard bedtimes shifted to a regular bedtime saw improvements in blood pressure that were equal to those seen when folks exercise more or cut down on salt… read on > read on >
Heatwaves are increasing with climate change, and that could mean more deaths among older people with diabetes or heart disease, new research shows. The study of U.S. veterans living in California found the largely male cohort vulnerable, especially if they were homeless or living in poorer neighborhoods. Compared with cooler days, the typical California veteran… read on > read on >
