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Living near water could mean you'll live longer
Living within miles of the ocean breeze may be linked to a longer life, but you shouldn't count on the... Read more -
Dozens sick after eating THC-tainted food at Wisconsin pizzeria
A pizza shop in Wisconsin accidentally served food made with oil containing THC, the main compound in marijuana, sickening dozens... Read more -
Lost in translation: Research shows health care interpreters are underused
Education and training of Australian health practitioners should place greater emphasis on the importance of using professional interpreting services in... Read more -
Does yellow mucus mean you need antibiotics? What phlegm can—and can't—say about your health
When you're sick you'll often produce more phlegm, and might notice it's thicker or a different color: white, green, yellow... Read more -
'Fibermaxxing' is trending—here's why that could be a problem
You need fiber. That much is true. But in the world of online health trends, what started out as sound... Read more -
New dataset makes health chatbots more mindful of African contexts
A groundbreaking new medical dataset is poised to revolutionize health care in Africa by improving chatbots' understanding of the continent's... Read more -
Ultraviolet light technology shows effectiveness in protecting older Australians from respiratory infections
Simple technology that harnesses ultraviolet light to zap airborne viruses has been shown to significantly lower the number of respiratory... Read more -
Changes in female body odor during ovulation elicit measurable reactions in men, finds study
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have explored how female body odor can influence behaviors in men. They found that... Read more -
Digital health tools empower patients to take active roles in their care
A new research article published in the Journal of Participatory Medicine unveils how successive waves of digital technology innovation have... Read more -
Intramuscular fat blocks muscle healing and weakens strength, study finds
Consider the delicate web of fat in a Wagyu steak. The "marbling" that makes carnivore connoisseurs swoon is a visual... Read more -
When is a sunburn cause for concern?
Sunburns are common—about a third of Americans get at least one each year—and are, most of the time, mild or... Read more -
Palliative care or hospice? What's the distinction?
If a doctor diagnoses you with a serious illness and suggests palliative care, don't jump to conclusions.... Read more -
Canada urged to back health-care developed solutions for innovation leadership
Canada can be a leader in health innovation if it supports solutions that are developed within the health care environment,... Read more -
Virtual care network provides support for rural and First Nations communities
Can real-time virtual services enhance health care for rural communities? An article published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal describes... Read more -
Could the copper in your diet help prevent memory loss, as new study suggests?
More and more research suggests that the copper in your diet could play a bigger role in brain health than... Read more
