Category Archives: Health News

Embracing the Future: How Technological Innovations Are Revolutionizing the Way You Access and Receive Medical Care

In an era dominated by rapid technological advancements, the landscape of healthcare is undergoing a profound transformation. The traditional model of visiting a doctor’s office for a routine check-up is being reshaped by innovative technologies, offering you unprecedented convenience and personalized care. From telemedicine to wearable devices, the future of healthcare is unfolding in ways…

Eating more oily fish may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease

People with close relatives who have suffered from cardiovascular disease may benefit from eating more oily fish. This is according to a new study led by researchers from Karolinska Institutet and published in the journal Circulation. Oily fish such as salmon, mackerel, herring, and sardines contain the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic…

Scientists develop potential new drug treatment for multiple sclerosis

CAMH-led pre-clinical studies using a small molecule drug have shown promise as a potential new treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS). The results have been published today in the journal Science Advances. Expanding on Dr. Fang Liu’s earlier work that identified a novel drug target for the treatment of MS, she and her team have now…

A protein that affects longevity

Researchers at the University of Barcelona have found that a protein known as immune receptor CD300f plays a crucial role in determining the lifespan of mice. Also, the absence of CD300f is associated with the early onset of cognitive decline. The results are published in Cell Reports. The CD300f receptor is a protein expressed by…

AI has learned to detect breast cancer in different races

Scientists from the Radiological Society of North America have taught artificial intelligence to effectively detect breast cancer in representatives of different races. The results are published on the society’s website (RSNA). Traditional models of breast cancer risk assessment involve analyzing information obtained from patients’ medical records. To improve diagnostic efficiency, scientists have developed new AI…

Prevent ‘holiday heart syndrome’ during festive season

While the holidays are a time for fun and family, doctors say they can quickly turn into a scary situation with the season interrupting daily routines. Dr. Fahmi Farah, an invasive cardiologist, medical director and CEO of Bentley Hart Medical Center, said doctors see an increase in heart attacks and heart failure around the holidays,…

China: Surge in illnesses among children is not linked to new pathogen

Health authorities in China told the World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday that a spike in cases of pneumonia or respiratory illness among children in the northern part of the country is linked to typical seasonal microbes and not to any new or unknown pathogen, the organization says. Following a request for more information from…

Scientists rave over benefits of adopting a healthier diet in middle-age

Switching to a healthier diet in middle age could add more than eight years to your life. Moving from a typically British unhealthy diet to following the NHS Eatwell Guide, for a 40-year-old woman, could help her live approximately eight years and seven months longer. That could mean living to the age of 86 instead…

Early-life stress changes more genes in the brain than a head injury

A surprising thing happened when researchers began exploring whether early-life stress compounds the effects of a childhood head injury on health and behavior later in life. In an animal study, stress changed the activation level of many more genes in the brain than were changed by a bump to the head. It’s already known that…

The Power of Establishing Healthy Sleeping Habits

Do you often find yourself yawning throughout the day, struggling to concentrate, or battling a persistent sense of fatigue? If so, it might be time to take a closer look at your sleeping habits. The quality of your sleep directly influences your overall well-being, and establishing healthy sleeping habits is the key to unlocking your…