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From octopuses to sea cucumbers: 8 animals having blood other than red  The Times of India Source link

ANALYSIS A series of four remarkable celestial signs kicked off this year, which may hold prophetic significance for our world, and the next one arrived on Sunday, September 7, in the form of a blood moon. This grouping of significant heavenly events could portend a message about Israel as the Jewish state enters what could be the final stage of its military …

High blood pressure affects nearly half of U.S. adults and contributed to over 664,000 deaths in 2023. Often symptomless, hypertension can lead to severe complications like heart attack and stroke. Cardiologist Dr. Evan Levine highlights potential signs such as headaches, blurred vision, and shortness of breath, emphasizing regular blood pressure checks for early detection and prevention. Nearly half of adults …

Key Takeaways With high levels of potassium, magnesium, fiber, and healthy fats, avocados offer a natural way to support blood pressure control. Research indicates that eating at least two avocados per week can reduce your risk of heart disease. While eating avocados can’t replace lifestyle changes and medication in treating hypertension, current research supports their inclusion in a heart-healthy diet …

Beware the Kellas cat! That’s what you might’ve heard back in the 1980s when some people in Scotland started to attribute large cat sightings and the violent deaths of sheep to an elusive predator. The rest of this article is behind a paywall. Please sign in or subscribe to access the full content. The Kellas cat earned cryptid-like status, named …

Doctors have launched a clinical trial of a £100 blood test for Alzheimer’s disease in the hope of transforming diagnosis of the devastating condition in the NHS. More than 1,000 patients with suspected dementia are being recruited from memory clinics across the UK to see whether the test leads to faster and more reliable diagnoses and better care for those …

When treating severe burns and trauma, skin regeneration can be a matter of life or death. Extensive burns are usually treated by transplanting a thin layer of epidermis, the top layer of skin, from elsewhere on the body. However, this method not only leaves large scars, it also does not restore the skin to its original functional state. Unless the …

CUPERTINO, Calif. — Apple on Tuesday introduced a new feature for its smartwatch that notifies users who may have high blood pressure, the company’s latest bid to help people stay informed about issues impacting their health with devices they use every day. Apple has consistently added heart health features to the Apple Watch, including detection of arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation. …

In today’s fast-paced world, everyone is seeking time-efficient and effective ways to stay healthy and maintain overall well-being. For decades, walking 10,000 steps per day has been a go-to fitness benchmark for better health and general fitness. But now, a scientifically proven technique from Japan is reshaping how we approach daily physical activity—and it has been shown to be more …

Fergus WalshMedical Editor, BBC News Getty Images More than 1,000 people across the UK with suspected dementia are to be offered a blood test for Alzheimer’s disease which it is hoped could revolutionise diagnosis of the disease. The blood test can detect biomarkers for rogue proteins which accumulate in the brains of patients with the condition and will be used …