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‘Smart’ glasses that could slow down sight loss: Scientists develop specially-designed spectacles to halt myopia Scientists have developed glasses with ‘rings’ in the lenses to halt or slow the progress of myopia, or short-sightedness, where
A Purdue University engineer’s patent-pending invention could improve the quality of life for millions of people suffering from diabetic foot ulcers. Rahim Rahimi, an assistant professor in the School of Materials Engineering, has developed a flexible
September is the new January, say health and wellness pros, who see a flood of new patients and clients when the anything-goes dog days of summer are over and the back-to-school vibe kicks in. That’s
Innovative Japanese researchers have developed earmuffs (or should that be beermuffs?) that can tell how drunk you are. The earmuffs can measure blood alcohol concentration in real time like a roadside breathalyzer. They work because
Milk allergy that can make a bubble bath lethal: Teenager’s experience has led experts to call for cosmetic products to carry ingredient warnings Being super-vigilant is a way of life for Emelia Brain and her family
Several proteins have been identified in hosts that interact with Ebola virus and primarily function to inhibit the production of viral genetic material in cells and prevent Ebola virus infection, according to a study led by
Physical activity that conforms to medical and health association guidelines is associated with a lower risk of atrial fibrillation (Afib) and stroke, according to a study by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), who analyzed
The warmer weather and longer days have inspired reminders to “stay hydrated” and drink eight glasses of water—or about two liters—a day. Not to burst anyone’s water bottle, but healthy people can actually die from
Doctors eye new drug that could end the monthly agony for women with endometriosis… without the side-effects For tens of thousands of women, a diagnosis of endometriosis means a life of debilitating pain. Despite it
Whether you live in a humid area or your bathroom has poor ventilation, different wet conditions can promote the growth of mold at home, according to the CDC. Mold can grow in indoors and outdoors