Health

Vasectomy has long been regarded as a permanent, safe and effective form of contraception. Its benefits are often summarised as minimally invasive and largely risk-free. But that may not be the full story. In recent years, vasectomy rates in the UK have declined significantly. It’s a puzzling trend, given that the procedure’s efficacy hasn’t changed. What has arguably shifted is …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Experts agree that seven to nine hours of sleep is ideal for most adults — but when it comes to your health, the total number of hours might not be the most important factor. In a major new study led by teams from Peking University and Army Medical University, sleep irregularity has …

Why a Breeze Feels So Good: The Brain Circuit You Didn’t Know You Had  SciTechDaily A dedicated skin-to-brain circuit for cool sensation in mice  Nature Warm and cool temperatures travel on completely different paths to the brain, study finds  Live Science Source link

Most U.S. adults have a “heart age” older than their chronological age because of factors like lifestyle and heart disease. Northwestern University’s online tool calculates heart age using health data such as cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Observational data showed gaps in heart and chronological ages based on education and race. You know how many birthdays you’ve had. But how …

A revolutionary gene therapy could offer new hope for the 32.5million Americans suffering from a crippling condition that makes it difficult to walk. Osteoarthritis is caused by the gradual breakdown of the cartilage that cushions the joints, leading to pain, stiffness and impaired movement. It is difficult to treat, with patients often needing regular pain relief and joint replacement surgery. …

Cancer sometimes creeps in slowly, other times it bursts onto the scene without much warning. Either way, the disease hijacks the instructions that tell our cells how to behave, turning helpful teammates into troublemakers. For decades, oncology has focused on destroying those unruly cells. A new line of work asks a different question: what if we could push them back …

Golden Retriever Puppy Gets the Hiccups and We’re Sobbing From the Cuteness originally appeared on Parade Pets. You think you’re having a normal scroll and then bam! A tiny Golden Retriever puppy gets the hiccups, and suddenly you’re weeping over how cute life can be. That’s exactly what’s happening to people who’ve watched this now-viral video of a baby Golden …

The US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said it was considering a travel notice for China because of rising numbers of Chikungunya infections in the country. This followed a surge in the mosquito-borne disease in China, which has recorded over 5,000 cases since the beginning of last month, with most of them in the southern province of Guangdong. …

Managing cholesterol through diet is crucial for heart health. Incorporating foods like oats, fatty fish, beans, nuts, and fruits can effectively lower LDL cholesterol levels. These foods are rich in soluble fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and other beneficial compounds that support cardiovascular well-being and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL), also known as the ‘bad’ …

Staying sharp, healthy hearts and beach-day calm: The week in Well+Being  The Washington Post Lifestyle Changes That Will Keep You Strong and Healthy  Dagens.com Heart-healthy habits prevent cancer, Alzheimer’s, COPD, other diseases  The Brighter Side of News Source link