Category: Health

The human heart responds to external sounds while sleeping, findings of a new study reveal. Researchers found that listening to soothing words while sleeping can calm the heart and promote deeper sleep, in contrast to neutral words that have no impact on cardiac activity. Scientists from the GIGA – Center of Research Cyclotron at ULiège,…

People may often be cautious about the impact of loud noises on a child’s health, however, the use of headphones and earbuds introduces a challenge for parents to monitor the noise levels their children are exposed to. Researchers from a recent national poll advise parents to be aware of potential health risks linked to extended…

A combination of medications, insulin injections, and lifestyle modifications is recommended for managing diabetes. However, a new study has uncovered a potential drug-free treatment for diabetes, as researchers noted a significant reduction in blood sugar levels after a single session of a 15-minute red light therapy. Red light therapy uses low-wavelength red light to address…

Norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug that causes diarrhea and vomiting, is spreading across many states in the U.S., particularly in the Northeast, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said in a report. Norovirus outbreaks are expected to occur during late fall, winter, and early spring in the United States. Every year, it…

Air pollution is associated with significant health risks across all age groups. In a further concerning discovery, researchers have revealed that prolonged exposure to fine particulate air pollutants (PM2.5) could elevate the risk of hospitalizations due to cardiovascular diseases among older adults. A U.S. study led by researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of…

Every 40 seconds, someone gets hit with a heart attack, and it stands as the leading cause of death for both men and women. Heart attacks don’t discriminate, which is why it is crucial to understand how the signs might vary between the genders. Heart attacks occur when the blood flow to the heart muscle…

Baby teeth are meant to make way for permanent ones, but the key to a lifetime of health and wellness lies in nurturing those tiny pearly whites and maintaining proper oral hygiene, says an expert during National Children’s Dental Health Month. According to Dr. Sarah Khan, Clinical Assistant Professor, at the Department of Pediatric Dentistry…