Older adults often face challenges when temperatures soar, especially indoors. Studies have shown that electric fans don't cool down the body's core temperature when it's really hot, like 36°C. But what about how they feel and their mood? Eighteen older adults, with a median age of 72, took part in
Genomic testing is a big deal in cancer care. It helps spot cancer risks, diagnose issues, and plan treatments. But, getting these tests into everyday healthcare is tough, even when insurance covers them. Insurance companies, or payers, play a huge role in healthcare. They could be key to solving so
Shoulder blades, those big bones on your back, are crucial for keeping your neck and shoulders functioning smoothly. When they don't move as they should, it can lead to chronic neck pain. This is because your shoulder blades are connected to several key muscles, like the upper trapezius, lower trape
Iowa just made history, but not in a good way. The state has become the first in the U. S. to strip away gender identity protections from its civil rights code. This move, signed into law by Governor Kim Reynolds, has sparked a lot of controversy and concern. The new law, effective from Jul
Imagine a day when everyone stops buying stuff. That's what's happening today. People in America are skipping their usual shopping trips, both online and in stores. This isn't just about saving money; it's a protest. The idea is to make big companies think about their prices and how they treat custo
Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors' star player, had an incredible night. He scored an astonishing 56 points. This was a game against Orlando. Curry made 12 shots from beyond the three-point line. One of these shots was from way beyond midcourt. This shot happened just before the end of the fi
TECNO is set to unveil the Spark Slim at MWC 2025. This phone is incredibly thin, measuring just 5. 75mm. It's not just about being slim; TECNO claims it has the largest battery in a phone this thin, with a 5, 200mAh capacity. This is a big deal because most super-thin phones have much smaller batte
Hospitals are always trying to figure out the best ways to check in on their patients. But what if the usual methods aren't working for everyone, especially older adults? Imagine being in a hospital bed, and you're given a form to fill out about how you're feeling. Sounds easy, right? But what if th
Rowing is a sport that demands both strength and endurance. To understand what makes a rower great, scientists have looked at different ways to measure performance. One key area of interest is lactate thresholds. Lactate is a substance produced by muscles during intense exercise. The point at which
Kids with complex medical needs faced a big shake-up in their healthcare routines during the COVID-19 pandemic. A recent study dug into this by looking back at medical records. The big takeaway? The way these kids got healthcare changed a lot. First off, the number of times these kids visit
