A 78‑year‑old woman first visited a geriatrician in 2017 after her family noticed she was forgetting things for short periods. The doctor recorded her blood pressure at 148 over 86, which is higher than the normal range even though she was on two medications meant to lower it. Several everyday habi
A new medical breakthrough has reached a milestone in Japan: the government has approved the first therapy that uses human cells reprogrammed back to a stem‑cell state. This approval marks the start of a new era where damaged tissues can be replaced by cells that grow into the needed type. The appro
Studies show that more than just being overweight can raise blood pressure in teens. Long hours spent on the internet or playing video games may be a hidden factor that contributes to this problem. Researchers wanted to find out how these digital habits affect the way blood pressure behaves througho
Central bankers are standing their ground against politicians who want a say in how money is handled. In the U. S. , Fed Chair Jerome Powell has faced repeated criticism from President Donald Trump, who says high rates hurt growth. Across Europe, the pressure looks different: some officials ar
In Tehran, a new wave of student protests has begun to unfold after the government’s harsh crackdown earlier this year. For three consecutive days, students at major universities have taken to the streets, chanting slogans and demanding change. At Tehran University, voices rose against the regime’s
The pressure students feel at fifteen can stick around and hurt their mental health well into their twenties. Researchers from a London university followed 4, 714 kids born in the early ’90s for many years. They looked at how feeling squeezed by school work, especially during big exams, affect
Matt LaFleur, the head coach of the Green Bay Packers, is in a tricky spot. Even though he just got a new contract, his job isn't totally safe. This is because the Packers are a team that expects to win big, and they haven't been doing that lately. LaFleur has done well in the regular season. He ha
Surgeons face high-stakes situations every day. They must think fast and make split-second decisions. These decisions can mean the difference between life and death. But how do they keep their skills sharp once they've finished their training? One way is through peer coaching. This is where surgeon
Post-menopausal women face a higher risk of high blood pressure. This is due to aging and big changes in hormones. Exercise is known to help manage blood pressure. But, how much and what kind of exercise works best? This is what a recent study tried to find out. The study looked at different types
After a stretch of clear skies, the Bay Area is finally getting wet. The shift began Monday when pressure dropped steadily across the region, pulling a low‑pressure system from the southwest. This pattern is different from usual winter lows that come up from the Pacific Northwest, so it is set
