At-home hospital care is effective — Congress should now ensure its future
During my final year in medical school, I had the opportunity to care for a 70-year-old woman with progressively worsening mild chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. She often needed a bit more oxygen than what she used at home and frequently felt short of breath. To my surprise, she showed significant improvement on the first day […]
Discovery of a 12-minute at-home disease test inspired by the coffee ring phenomenon
Innovative Medical Test Inspired by Coffee Rings Have you ever noticed that spilled coffee leaves behind those pesky brown rings? Though they can be irritating, the science behind them—termed the coffee ring effect—has led to some impressive innovations in health technology. Researchers at UC Berkeley have harnessed this everyday occurrence to develop a quick and […]
New at-home test can identify cancer — thanks to dogs who smell it out
New Cancer Detection Method Using Dogs and AI Have you ever thought about how dogs, those lovable companions, can be trained to detect diseases like cancer? It’s pretty fascinating. Well, some Israeli startups are now combining these amazing canine abilities with advanced technology to create a revolutionary method in medicine. One such biotech company is […]
First at-home HPV test for cervical cancer screening gets FDA approval
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given its approval for the first at-home cervical cancer screening test, as announced by the product’s manufacturer on Friday. These do-it-yourself tests might be a viable alternative to the traditional PAP smears, which are recommended every three years for women up to 65 years old. The self-collection device, […]
FDA gives the green light to Teal Wand — the first at-home test for cervical cancer screening
The FDA has given the green light for the first at-home screening for cervical cancer, developed by Teal Health. This new option provides an alternative to the traditional Pap smear, which typically requires a visit to a healthcare provider. Since its introduction 80 years ago, the Pap smear has played a crucial role in reducing […]
At-home cheek swab test can reveal your ‘biological age’ — we tested it
Biohakers live in mantras “Test, Don't Guess” – Knowing how well your cells and organs are aging, you know the lifestyle changes to make and the supplements you take for a longer, healthier life. Some tests analyze intestinal bacteria or proteins in the blood to predict healthy aging, while others focus on DNA changes. I […]
Lions star cornerback Terrion Arnold seen falling down stairs in scary at-home video
Terrion Arnold's offseason has gotten off to a dangerous start. The Lions' star cornerback posted surveillance video Thursday that shows him slipping on the carpet and falling down the stairs. The footage shows Arnold looking at his phone before losing his right leg and beginning to slide down at least a dozen flights of stairs. […]
Can an at-home vagus nerve stimulator reduce stress? Inside the new tech
Thank you, Nex! Pressing a $269 appliance against the vagus nerve in your neck may be the secret to a good mood and great sleep. implantable vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) devices; May cost $50,000have has been used for a long time For the treatment of epilepsy, depression, and stroke. That's because by shaking the vagus […]
At-home ‘medicine ball’ tea, soothing and warm, could help kick a cold
With cold and flu season in full swing, many people are turning to tea to help them breathe easier. One of Starbucks' favorite drinks is called the “Medicine Ball” due to its supposed therapeutic properties. A Starbucks spokesperson told Fox News Digital that the drink was created in October 2016 as a mix of black […]
Valtteri Bottas finished an at-home Iron Man fueled by Coke and rice
Completing an Ironman triathlon is a daunting enough feat. Swimming over two miles, biking over 100 miles, and finishing off with a marathon is not an event for the faint of heart. Indeed, it is an athletic activity that needs to be trained and not done on a whim. Unless, of course, you're F1 driver […]