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Scientists from Google Research have introduced audio plethysmography (APG) technology, which allows measuring heart rate using ordinary wireless headphones with noise cancellation. What it means APG involves sending a low-intensity ultrasound signal through the headphone speakers. This signal causes an echo that is picked up by the headphone microphones. During the deformation of blood vessels, […]
If you notice a puffy face in the morning, there can be many reasons. Most often, this is due to a large amount of fluid you drank in the evening, sleep disturbances, or eating disorders. The vast majority of cases of facial swelling are related to the lifestyle we lead, so it can be easily […]
Most older people suffer from high blood pressure. Maintaining healthy blood pressure can protect against serious diseases such as heart failure, heart attacks, and strokes. A new study from the University of California has shown that adding just 3000 steps a day can significantly reduce high blood pressure in older adults. Exercise has a long-term […]
After conducting a large-scale study, scientists have discovered the hidden and beneficial effects of common pastimes on men’s mental health and mental development. There comes a time in many people’s lives when they turn their attention to amateur fishing, which seemed boring and mundane. Perhaps we should all try this type of recreation, not only […]
A new case of measles has been reported in Ukraine, which was diagnosed in a child in the Chernivtsi region. This was reported by the Center for Public Health of Ukraine. According to the center, the disease was detected in a three-year-old child, and his vaccination status is currently being clarified. The center drew attention […]
The second heart transplantation of a GMO pig was again performed by scientists from the University of Maryland. A man with heart failure volunteered. Currently, there are no signs of organ rejection – the results look optimistic. In the near future, the team plans to obtain approval to test the technology in clinical trials. In […]
Exercise is beneficial regardless of the time of day, but a recent control study showed that exercise can affect different parts of the body depending on the hour of the day. Scientists have proven that exercise in the morning and evening leads to different results. For 12 weeks, 27 healthy and active women and 20 […]
It’s no news that metabolism slows down with age. These changes in the body lead to fatigue, hair loss, headaches, and weight gain. But there is a way out! You should add four healthy foods to your diet that can speed up your metabolism. Chili peppers Lauren Manacker, a member of the Council of Medical […]
The researchers believe that these simple steps will help you stay alert and full of energy even after a long trip. For most people, the prospect of a long-distance move hardly looks appealing: A 19-hour flight or bus ride can be exhausting. However, each of us would like to be cheerful and full of energy […]
Scientists from the United States have presented a new approach to cancer treatment: using differentiated therapy, they made cancer cells become healthy again without the possibility of “changing their minds” and turning into a tumor again. The first successes were demonstrated on aggressive sarcoma. Now it is planned to use the new approach in the […]