JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Prospect youth were playing musical chairs while a pop song played Saturday. Flood City Youth Fitness Academy’s Dazzling Divas were dancing in lockstep – and Ramel Malphurs, 9, was getting a Batman mask hand-painted on his face. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to…
Recent findings presented by Harvard Health Publishing highlight a profound link between cardiovascular wellness and cognitive function. While most individuals may view the heart and brain as two separate organs performing distinct roles, scientific research is increasingly demonstrating that the condition of one significantly impacts the health of the other. The relationship is not only…
Lifestyle changes after 50 that can add years to your life (Photo: iStock) The medical world is always searching for ways to extend lifespans, whilst maintaining good health in old age. But questions abound whether those already in midlife can do much to improve the odds of living healthier and longer. More and more medical…
Researchers reveal that a decline in oral health may increase the risk of developing lifestyle-related diseases. Credit: U.S Pacific Fleet via Openverse repository. openverse.org/image/c8aff06c-ab24-42bf-ba0f-5006df5681cc?q=Japanese+dentists&p=16 The term “oral health” refers to the health of the mouth, teeth, gums, and other related structures, and it is closely linked with our well-being and quality of life. Recently, there…
Time for a rear-ality check. Colorectal cancer rates have been rising among adults younger than 50 since the 1990s, a troubling trend that has perplexed scientists. Because of the increase in cases, an independent panel of medical experts known as the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) lowered the recommended age to start screening for…
It’s making waves! A new AI-powered app is giving expecting parents the chance to literally feel their unborn baby’s heartbeat through gentle vibrations on their phone. Trellis Health‘s “heartbeat feature” might sound spookily futuristic, but it delivers the opportunity for parents-to-be to experience their baby’s pulse in their palm anytime they like. Trellis Health’s new…
Lifestyle Drugs Market The lifestyle drugs market is witnessing transformative shifts driven by rising consumer awareness, increasing healthcare expenditures, and advancements in pharmaceutical formulations focused on enhancing quality of life rather than treating diseases. The integration of personalized medicine and expanding applications across health and wellness sectors are propelling the industry’s size and scope. The…
During the menopause transition, only 1 in 5 women have optimal scores using the American Heart Association’s health-assessment tool, known as Life’s Essential 8 (LE8). Among the tool’s eight components, four of them – blood glucose, blood pressure, sleep quality and nicotine use – are key in driving future cardiovascular risks, with sleep being particularly…
Research developments in Alzheimer’s disease, including newly approved blood tests for early detection, have helped patients get diagnosed sooner. With dementia on the rise among younger individuals, the spotlight is on ways to prevent or slow the disease. Dr. Daniel Amen, a psychiatrist, brain imaging doctor and founder of Amen Clinics in California, spoke with Fox…
In the blink of an eye, our cell phones transitioned from mere communication devices to indispensable extensions of ourselves. They’ve revolutionized how we work, learn, socialize, and entertain. Yet, this omnipresence has sparked a growing concern: are these sleek, powerful devices subtly, or not so subtly, chipping away at our health? While the scientific community…