We all know the feeling: the mental clarity that comes after a good run or a heavy workout. Science backs this up, even showing that for non-severe depression, exercise can be just…
Machine learning model interprets leg motion as expended energy SEAS researchers have developed OpenMetabolics, an open-source, smartphone-based activity monitor that uses machine learning and leg motion to estimate calories burned. Lab studies…
Findings could inform strategies to preserve blood cell health in athletes and stored blood Extreme endurance running damages red blood cells in ways that may affect their ability to function properly, according…
Hip fractures are common in the elderly, with many patients experiencing a decline in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) post-surgery. Therefore, postoperative rehabilitation plays a crucial role in helping patients recover to their pre-injury ADL level. Previous studies have shown that…
In announcing its “Great Healthcare Plan” in January 2026, the Trump administration became the latest in a long history of efforts by the U.S. government to rein in the soaring cost of…
As GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy continue to surge in use, a study from George Washington University researchers suggests an under-recognized side effect may be emerging: hair loss. A large multicenter…
Scientists have found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day may significantly reduce your risk of developing dementia, but drinking more won’t help protect your brain any further. A…
System could help clinicians get treatment faster to people who need help Diagnosing substance-use disorder can be difficult because of patient denial related to the stigma attached to addiction. But a new…
For many Americans, a routine surgical procedure serves as their first introduction to opioid pain medication. While most stop using these drugs as they heal, a considerable number of “opioid-naïve” patients transition…
In a Policy Forum, Doni Bloomfield and colleagues discuss the need for expanded – yet tailored and flexible – governance for the biological data used to develop powerful artificial intelligence (AI) models.…