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Researchers at Stanford University say they have developed a more effective way to treat strokes.The new technology, called the milli-spinner thrombectomy, has been shown to have more successful outcomes for patients who have experienced strokes, as well as heart attacks, pulmonary embolisms and other clot-related diseases, according to a press release from the university. Blood clots are clumped together by thread-like proteins called fibrin. The milli-spinner — which is a long, […]

New research has found that being overworked can physically alter the brain.Researchers in South Korea set out to understand how working long hours impact the cognitive and emotional health of employees.The study, published in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine, assessed the brain volume of 110 healthcare workers who were classified by the categories of overworked – working greater than or equal to 52 hours per week – and non-overworked.LOW-CALORIE […]

A new daily pill could provide an easier, more convenient way to lower cholesterol and reduce heart attack and stroke risk.The experimental medication, called Obicetrapib, underwent a Phase 3 clinical trial at Monash University in Australia.The trial included more than 2,500 people averaging 65 years of age. All had either been diagnosed with heart disease or had genetically high cholesterol, according to a university press release. THIS CHEAP PANTRY STAPLE COULD […]

A popular diet trend may have its origins in the Bible.Intermittent fasting, a pattern of eating based on time limits, is intended to assist with weight loss and other health benefits, according to Mayo Clinic.There are several types of intermittent fasting, but they all follow the same concept of alternating between fasting and eating — a practice that is often mentioned in biblical scripture.THIS WEIGHT LOSS PLAN PERFORMS BETTER THAN […]

Bedbug infestations at two locations in Las Vegas have sparked legal action after four travelers reported severe "injuries."Three lawsuits were filed in April against two resorts on the Las Vegas strip for incidents that occurred in the summer of 2024.Treasure Island guest Teresa Bruce noticed bites on her body during her June 21 stay, according to the official complaint. She decided to switch rooms but wound up with more bites.FLIGHT […]

Side effects from GLP-1s can vary — but one lesser-known reported outcome of the popular weight-loss medications is hair loss or thinning.Some hairstylists have confirmed an uptick in clients who complain about losing hair while on weight-loss journeys.This includes Ashley DiMatteo, owner of Ashley Lauren Beauty Lounge in Westchester, New York, and Briana Delvecchio, a color specialist and hairdresser at DiMatteo’s salon. The two spoke with Fox News Digital in […]

Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults, with about one in three Americans between 65 and 74 affected, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).While some of this loss is due to the hair cells in the inner ears breaking down with age and not picking up vibrations as well, per WebMD, there are some risk factors that can be controlled with behavior modifications.Making […]

Embarking on a low-calorie diet could potentially lead to negative mental health, researchers in Toronto, Canada, have revealed.A new study, published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health, investigated how the adoption of restrictive diets could instigate depressive symptoms.Using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, researchers analyzed nearly 29,000 adults who reported their dietary habits and also completed a mental health questionnaire.RATES OF DEMENTIA ARE LOWER IN PEOPLE WHO EAT […]

A negative mindset is known to trigger or heighten stress and anxiety — and new research has revealed other trickle-down effects on mental and physical health.Researchers from Amen Clinics, a nationwide brain health diagnostics company, examined brain scans and cognitive data of nearly 20,000 patients who had been diagnosed with anxiety disorders.Brain disorder specialist and psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen was the co-author of the study and is the founder of […]