Can you reach out and touch your toes without bending your knees? Can you reach both arms above your head? If this sounds like a struggle, you may lack flexibility. Flexibility is the ability to move a joint through it full range of motion. It helps you do most sports activities and can prevent muscle […]
In a recent study published in the journal researchers are analyzing tumor architecture, cell composition, and the microenvironment in patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) using spatial transcriptomics and histomorphological analysis. A total of nine TNBC spatial archetypes were identified and associated with disease outcomes and actionable characteristics, as well as a tertiary lymphatic gene […]
Severe menstrual cramps can affect a woman’s mood and mental well-being. But a new study reveals a surprising twist: depression can actually trigger severe period pain, and lack of sleep makes it worse. Dysmenorrhea, or severe period pain, affects approximately 15% of women and usually appears just before menstruation and disappears after a few days. […]
Most modern fitness trackers are wrist-worn electronic devices that track steps, overall physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep. They usually work with a smartphone app or website that allows you to track your progress over time using charts and numbers. Advanced fitness trackers can also record heart rate and GPS-related results such as route, speed […]
The mental health benefits of exercise for adults are well known depression and reduced anxiety. Now, emerging research underlines its growing importance for children’s well-being. Staying active can be crucial to protecting and improving young people’s mental health. Mood-boosting benefits One in seven teenagers around the world suffer from mental illness. As a result, parents […]
Covid-19 may be a risk factor for multiple sclerosis (MS). This has been demonstrated in new research conducted at the University of örebro and örebro University Hospital in Sweden. We have observed an increased risk of multiple sclerosis among people who have had severe Covid-19. However, only a very small number of people who had […]
Breaking down barriers to women’s health care remains a key challenge in modern medicine, especially in communities with inadequate access to this care. While many healthcare options are often available in urban centers, rural areas still need to improve their access to specialist healthcare, particularly in maternity and women’s health. The Alberta College of Family […]
Men are generally taller than women, but we do not define gender by height. Likewise ours latest research shows that we cannot define men and women by their tendency to sweat (although some parents and partners may suggest otherwise). When we studied men and women exercising in warm and dry conditions, sex differences in responses […]
Imagine this: you just woke up and got out of bed. Your feet hit the floor and your legs buckle. They are in absolute agony – yesterday’s run has really started to haunt you. And then you remember that you forgot to stretch before and after your run. Surely that’s why you’re so sore today. […]
This year’s Scientist Grand Prix was won by Luís Oliveira from Lund University. In Sweden’s largest science communication competition for researchers, finalists are judged by the audience and an expert jury based on the simplicity, engagement and clarity of their presentation. It was an emotional rollercoaster and I was thrilled to have the opportunity to […]