INVO Fertility is making big changes to its leadership team. The company, which focuses on fertility clinics and related technologies, is reshuffling its top executives to better support its growth plans. Terah Krigsvold, who has been with INVO since 2020, is stepping up to become the new chief fin
Obesity in teens is a serious health concern. It often leads to prediabetes, a condition that can cause long-term health problems. Currently, doctors use tests like fasting glucose and HbA1c to detect prediabetes. However, these tests have limitations, especially when it comes to teenagers. A recen
New York City is in the midst of a serious flu outbreak, with over 70, 000 new cases reported statewide just before Christmas. Living in a crowded city makes it tough to avoid getting sick, but there are ways to manage it. First, figure out if you have the flu. You can use an at-home test kit or vi
Heart surgery is a big deal, and recovery can be tough. But what if adding a few balance exercises could make a difference? A recent study looked at how early balance training, along with regular rehab, affects patients who had coronary artery bypass surgery. The study involved 60 patients, all ove
A recent study stirred up some buzz by suggesting that there's no clear link between hemoglobin A1c levels and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) metrics in people with prediabetes or normal blood sugar. But what does this really mean? First, let's break down the basics. Hemoglobin A1c is a blood tes
People with type 1 diabetes (T1D) face big challenges when they go without food for a long time. A recent study looked at how well automated insulin delivery (AID) systems worked during a 25-hour fast, like the one observed during Yom Kippur. The goal was to see if these systems could keep blood sug
A hospital chaplain's job is not easy. It involves seeing people at their most vulnerable moments. For J. S. Park, this role brought a lot of anxiety at first. He saw many patients in critical condition and started thinking about his own mortality. This fear made him appreciate the small, everyday m
A recent health alert has surfaced, urging caution among seafood enthusiasts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified a concerning outbreak of a rare Salmonella strain, Telelkebir, linked to raw oysters. This outbreak has spread across 22 states, affecting 64 individuals.
In the complex world of the brain, there are tiny cells called microglia that act like guardians. Among these, CD11c+ microglia are special. They have unique traits that make them different from other microglia. These traits help them play important roles in brain health and disease. During brain d
Exercise is a powerful tool for keeping the brain healthy as we age. It helps protect against mental health issues and diseases that affect the brain. When we do aerobic exercise, our muscles and heart need more oxygen. This increased demand can lead to temporary low oxygen levels, which might actua
