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People with more 'brown fat' have healthier cardiovascular systems. A new study in mice may explain why. - Live Science
A mouse study shows that beige fat, previously known for its heating function, may also lower blood pressure by keeping blood vessels relaxed. The same may go for brown fat in humans.
Not all fat is created equal — while one type of fat in the body raises blood pressure, another helps keep it in check, a study in mice suggests. In people, excess body fat has long been tied to hig… [+5602 chars]
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Scientists Develop a New Way To See Inside the Human Body Using 3D Color Imaging - SciTechDaily
A newly developed imaging method blends ultrasound and photoacoustics to capture both tissue structure and blood-vessel function in 3D.
The RUS-PAT (rotational ultrasound tomography, RUST, combined with photoacoustic tomography, PAT) technique combines the benefits of ultrasound imaging for seeing tissue structure with those of photo… [+7364 chars]
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A filamentary soft robotic probe for multimodal in utero monitoring of fetal health - Nature
A soft robotic probe enables continuous in utero monitoring of fetal physiological parameters, including heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, temperature and electrocardiogram data, during open or fetoscopic surgery to provide real-time information on fetal c…
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You can now take testosterone tests with a stick, your phone, and some spit
At last year's CES, Eli Health announced the Hormometer - an at-home hormone test for cortisol that utilized saliva and a smartphone. For this year's show, the company is back and expanding into testosterone and progesterone. Eli Health isn't changing up how …
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Eli Health is back at this years CES with more saliva-based hormone tests. Eli Health is back at this years CES with more saliva-based hormone tests. by Victo… [+4284 chars]
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What If Cancer Holds the Key to New Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease?
Scientists have found a possible explanation for why cancer patients are less likely to develop Alzheimer's.
The enemy of our enemy could very well become our friend. Scientists have possibly uncovered a new approach to treating Alzheimer’s diseaseone tied to the development of cancer. Researchers at the H… [+2933 chars]
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Ozempic Brings Back the ‘Mac vs PC’ Ads for the GLP-1 Era
Novo Nordisk is worried about competition and wants to be seen as the cool kid... by using a 20-year-old ad format.
Novo Nordisks Ozempic kicked off the GLP-1 craze when it launched in 2018 for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. For years, the Danish pharma giant held onto its crown as the dominant player in the GL… [+3228 chars]
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Ozempic Quitters Pay a Heavy Price, Research Shows
People taking an obesity drug typically regain weight, a new review finds, often even quicker than people who lose weight through lifestyle changes alone.
There’s no such thing as a free lunch when it comes to losing weight with Ozempic and similar drugs. Research published this week finds that people who stop taking GLP-1 therapy tend to quickly exper… [+3934 chars]
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Finger-prick blood test could be early warning for children with type 1 diabetes
A simple finger-prick blood test can find those at risk so they can get the right treatment.
Michelle RobertsDigital health editor Thanks to the study, Imogen, who is 12, is now receiving medication to help delay her diabetes All UK children could be offered screening for type 1 diabetes u… [+4476 chars]
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First leukaemia patient to receive pioneering treatment on NHS says it is 'very sci-fi'
Oscar Murphy has an aggressive form of the blood cancer and is the first to get CAR-T therapy in the UK.
Fergus WalshMedical editor Oscar Murphy has now finished his CAR-T therapy and is hopeful for his future The first leukaemia patient to receive a breakthrough treatment since it was made available … [+5298 chars]
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Missed opportunity to take amateur footballer to hospital before sepsis death, inquest hears
Although a coroner says she cannot be sure Luke Abrahams' death could have been prevented.
Emma Baugh,in Northampton Luke Abrahams, 20, died in January 2023 of sepsis and necrotising fasciitis Paramedics missed the opportunity to take an amateur footballer to hospital who later died from… [+3802 chars]
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EastEnders actor 'grateful' to avoid driving ban for speeding
Colin Salmon was shown leniency by the court because he cares for his seriously ill wife and daughter.
Steven McIntoshEntertainment reporter EastEnders and James Bond actor Colin Salmon has said he is "genuinely grateful" for the "compassion" he was shown by a court after he avoided a driving ban for… [+3169 chars]
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Why doing a mix of exercise could be the key to longer life
Don't just focus on one activity - doing a variety every week gives you more health benefits, a study suggests.
Philippa Roxby and Joe McFaddenHealth reporters Don't put all your eggs in one basket when it comes to exercise - doing a variety of different physical activities every week is the key to boosting y… [+4319 chars]
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A hotline to report vapers and caning if you're caught: Singapore's e-cigarette crackdown
The city-state wants to stamp out e-cigarettes with harsh penalties including caning and fines.
Tessa WongAsia Digital Reporter, Singapore It's a busy day at Woodlands Checkpoint, Singapore's main land crossing on the border with Malaysia, and thousands of cars are slowly trundling past the wa… [+13654 chars]
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I want to tell Jesy Nelson, there's hope, says mum of child with SMA
SMA is a progressive muscle-wasting disease that can cause death within two years if untreated.
Toni Connor and Rebekah WilsonBBC News NI Hollie, now five, pictured with her mum Ann A County Down mother, whose five-year-old daughter has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), has said singer Jesy Nel… [+4931 chars]
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Jesy Nelson told her twin babies may 'never walk'
The former Little Mix star said her girls have been diagnosed with a rare genetic condition.
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson has revealed that her twin baby daughters have been diagnosed with a rare genetic condition which means they will "probably never walk". The singer gave birth to O… [+3075 chars]
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Vets under increasing pressure to make money for corporate owners, BBC told
Questions have been raised about whether the pet-care market is giving customers value for money.
Richard Bilton,BBC Panoramaand Vets have told BBC Panorama they feel under increasing pressure to make money for the big companies that employ them - and worry about the costly financial impact on p… [+9879 chars]
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Because of Taylor Swift, I Tried an Acupressure Mat. Now I Can’t Live Without It
I also consulted acupuncturists to see if an acupressure mat is truly worth the hype.
As a wellness editor, I had one burning question while Taylor Swift was on her Eras Tour: What is she doing to recover after her physically demanding 3.5-hour shows? On the Aug. 13 episode of Jason a… [+9440 chars]
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Withings' New Smart Scale Turns Your Daily Weigh-In Into a Longevity Check
This $600 Body Scan 2 measures things most people only hear about in a doctor's office and can calculate how fast your body is aging.
Longevity has become one of the biggest buzzwords in health tech, and Withings is leaning in hard with the Body Scan 2, a $600 smart scale designed to paint a more complete picture of your health tha… [+5250 chars]
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Can 'Fibermaxxing' Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer? Registered Dietitians Weigh In
Many Americans aren't getting enough fiber, while colorectal cancer rates are increasing in younger adults. Is fibermaxxing the solution?
A 2023 report by the American Cancer Society revealed that colorectal cancer rates are increasing in younger individuals, as one in five people who are diagnosed are younger than age 55. However, a 2… [+9485 chars]
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9 Hidden Apple Watch Health Features You May Not Know About -- Revealed by a Doctor
Your Apple Watch may be able to do more for your health than you're aware of. Start using these features as you go on your 2026 health journey.
The Apple Watch is a powerful piece of technology, capable of doing many tasks at the tap of the screen. This smartwatch can not only do the tasks of your phone, but it can also monitor and support y… [+13678 chars]
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Senators call for Alex Pretti death investigation. And, winter storm recovery efforts
Minneapolis strikes and protests continue after ICE's fatal shooting of Alex Pretti. And, states work to recover from a massive winter storm that has left widespread power outages and flight chaos.
Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top st… [+5830 chars]
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Scientists shed new light on the brain's role in heart attack
Researchers discovered a feedback loop between nerve cells, the immune system and the heart. They think it shows promise as a target for future therapies.
Scientists at the University of California San Diego have discovered a path between the brain and the immune system that could potentially lead to new ways to ease heart attacks. They showed that dis… [+6613 chars]
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GLP-1 drugs don't work for everyone. But personalized obesity care in the future might
As doctors learn why GLP-1s don't work for about 50% of people, they are also learning more about the complex drivers of obesity. They foresee a future of personalized obesity medicine similar to the way cancer is treated now.
Obesity shaped Anna Olson's earliest notions of herself, when she saw a photo and thought, "Oh, I look different than the other kids." Olson's obesity began in toddlerhood, ran in her family, and le… [+6262 chars]
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Your next primary care doctor could be online only, accessed through an AI tool
The shortage of primary care doctors is a national problem. To cope, a large health system in Massachusetts is using an AI tool to screen patients and refer them to other care.
When her doctor died suddenly in August, Tammy MacDonald found herself among the roughly 17% of adults in America without a primary care physician. MacDonald wanted to find a new doctor right away.… [+10817 chars]
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Can exercise and anti-inflammatories fend off aging? A study aims to find out
New research is underway to test whether a combination of high-intensity interval training and generic medicines can slow down aging and fend off age-related diseases. Here's how it might work.
There's a new study underway to test whether it's possible to fend off age-related diseases with a novel combination of high-intensity interval training and anti-inflammatory medicines and supplement… [+7014 chars]
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In a year of steep challenges, there were still shining moments in global health
The Trump administration's deep cuts in U.S. foreign health aid had a devastating impact. Yet there were achievements of note in spite of it all.
Has there been any good news on the global health front in 2025? The year has been dominated by the unprecedented shakeup of U.S. aid, with the dissolving of the United States Agency for Internation… [+10558 chars]
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Community reacts to ICE shooting in Minnesota. And, RFK Jr. unveils new food pyramid
Minnesota law enforcement and the FBI are investigating an ICE officer's fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman. And, Health Secretary RFK Jr. unveils new dietary guidelines for Americans.
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Why flu cases are surging this season. And, protests erupt in Iran over the economy
The flu is spreading rapidly across the U.S. this season, and it is expected to get worse. And, protests have erupted across Iran over the country's troubled economy.
Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top st… [+4737 chars]
read more >He was 37, constipated, and exhausted. What doctors thought was IBS was stage 3 colon cancer.
Mohammad Samad's stage 3 colon cancer was misdiagnosed as stress, IBS, and Crohn's disease.
Mohammad Samad was leading a healthy lifestyle when he was diagnosed with colon cancer at age 37.Mohammad Samad <ul><li>Mohammad Samad experienced a stabbing pain in his abdomen, bloating, and const… [+6266 chars]
read more >A 26-year-old was bloated and thought she had hemorrhoids. She was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer.
Mariana Tata experienced a few subtle, common symptoms of colon cancer and got them checked out. She was diagnosed at stage 4.
Mariana Tata, 26, had two subtle symptoms of colon cancer before she was diagnosed.Mariana Tata <ul><li>Mariana Tata, 26, had 2 common, subtle symptoms of colon cancer.</li><li>She thought her bloat… [+5729 chars]
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