Digital Therapy Shows Promise for Fibromyalgia Relief

Digital Therapy Shows Promise for Fibromyalgia Relief

A new study has shown that digital acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is both safe and effective for managing fibromyalgia, when compared to daily digital symptom tracking. This research was published online on July 8 in The Lancet.

Esophageal Cancer Deaths: Racial Gap Narrows Over Two Decades

Esophageal Cancer Deaths: Racial Gap Narrows Over Two Decades

From 1999 to 2020, esophageal cancer deaths among Black adults showed a significant decrease while remaining stable among White adults. This trend narrowed the racial mortality gap, as revealed by a recent study published on July 24 in the Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

Women and Migraine: A New Perspective on Heart Health

Women and Migraine: A New Perspective on Heart Health

In a recent study, it was discovered that many traditional factors that increase the risk of heart disease are actually linked to a lower risk of migraines in women. This surprising finding came from a study published in Neurology.

Early Menopause Increases Risk of Lung Diseases in Smokers, Study Finds

Early Menopause Increases Risk of Lung Diseases in Smokers, Study Finds

Early menopause has been linked to a higher risk of lung diseases and poor health outcomes among smokers, according to a recent study published on June 13 in Thorax.

A study led by Dr. Xiaochun Gai from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine examined whether early menopause caused by surgery impacts lung health and if menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) offers protection against lung diseases. Data from 69,706 postmenopausal women were analyzed.

Short Exercise Can Offset Long Hours of Sitting, Study Finds

Short Exercise Can Offset Long Hours of Sitting, Study Finds

It was found in a recent study that hours spent sitting can be balanced with just minutes of active exercise each week.

People who sit for eight or more hours a day can reduce their overall risk of death, especially from heart disease, by performing at least 140 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every week, according to the study results.

Daily Low-Dose Aspirin and Colon Cancer: New Insights

Daily Low-Dose Aspirin and Colon Cancer: New Insights

It has been known that taking a small dose of aspirin every day helps prevent colon cancer. But recent research shows that people who benefit the most are those with a higher risk of getting the disease due to their lifestyle.

Active Seniors, Enhanced Living: Uncovering the Link

Active Seniors, Enhanced Living: Uncovering the Link

A recently conducted Cambridge study establishes a significant correlation between increased physical activity, decreased sedentary behavior, and an improved quality of life in adults over the age of sixty. The study scrutinized the daily habits of nearly 1,500 adults, revealing that reductions in physical activity or increases in inactive pastimes such as television viewing or reading adversely affect the quality of life.

Pathogens Unveiled: Understanding Our Microscopic Foes

Pathogens Unveiled: Understanding Our Microscopic Foes

In the labyrinth of the human body, a multitude of microscopic life forms thrive, shaping our health, emotions, and overall wellbeing. Among these microorganisms, there exists a pantheon of villains, known as pathogens, poised to compromise our health at the slightest opportunity. Let’s venture into the world of these pathogens, examining their role in diseases like endometriosis, measles, and HIV, while also delving into how the body responds to their insidious invasions.