Written by Amy Beecham Fascinating new research suggests that it’s psychologically possible to train yourself to be happier. Human emotions are complex, but we’re often guilty of oversimplifying them. If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a well-meaning but misguided “Don’t worry, be happy” or “Try not to worry”, you’ll understand. Because when we talk and think about […]

Martin I. Boyer, MD, the Carol B. and Jerome T. Loeb Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, has been named a director-elect for the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, a nonprofit organization that establishes standards for the education of orthopedic surgeons. Boyer will serve a 10-year term on the 21-member ABOS board, whose directors are chosen from among nominated members of the […]

Dr Hilary Jones gives advice on how to sleep with coronavirus We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Each person’s circadian rhythm influences the fluctuation of body […]

In a recent study published on the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers observe changes in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-related deaths during the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in Cape Town, the western province of South Africa. Study: Change in Profile of COVID-19 Deaths in the Western Cape during the Fourth Wave. Image Credit: Darryl Fonseka / Shutterstock.com Background The severe […]

During the COVID-19 pandemic, rates of depression and anxiety rose across the U.S. This crisis brought digital technologies into the spotlight, with patients, providers and investors taking notice. In fact, in the first three quarters of 2021, investors poured $3.1 billion into the sector, according to Rock Health.  While the bulk of digital health tools are dedicated to adult patients, […]

High cholesterol: Nutritionist reveals top prevention tips We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Generally speaking, symptoms of high cholesterol emerge once further disease has resulted from […]

People looking for health insurance in the grip of the omicron surge have through Saturday to sign up for taxpayer-subsidized private coverage under the Obama-era Affordable Care Act. President Joe Biden’s administration is on track is to deliver robust enrollment numbers, but those gains could turn into a mirage if congressional Democrats remain stymied on Biden’s social agenda package. Biden’s […]

Toddler and young children’s mobility and motor skills – and preschool development – are closely aligned with good vision and eye health.   Professor Nicola Anstice at Flinders Health2Go clinic at the Sturt Campus, Bedford Park. Image Credit: Flinders University Now international experts in vision and neonatal development have found that the presence of astigmatism and abnormal motor function at […]

Coronavirus in numbers: UK reports further 398 deaths We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Experts have warned the commonly worn cloth and surgical masks in the […]

A bit of stress can be good for your mental and physical wellbeing, but too much can lead to anxiety, depression and other health problems. It can also make you age faster. So learning to become more stress-resilient is important if you’re not in a hurry to grow old fast. Studies have shown that people who aren’t good at managing […]