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Heart rate is determined by the number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed as beats per minute (BPM), it can vary with as the body's need for oxygen changes, such as during exercise or sleep.

Study shows wearable health sensors only prompt a fraction of at-home tests

When seemingly healthy people receive an alert from a wearable sensor telling them they might have a respiratory virus-;based on small changes in their unique heartrate, sleep and activity patterns-;what do they do? According to a new study by Scripps Research scientists carried out at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, only a quarter of people follow up such an alert with an at-home viral test.

24 Jul 2024

Wearable devices can amplify anxiety in people with Afib

Using a wearable device, such as a smart watch, to track health data and symptoms, is supposed to help people monitor their health and address symptoms as quickly as possible to spur positive health outcomes.

24 Jul 2024

New study sheds light on irregular heartbeat risk

Two new, basic animal research studies shed light on alcohol consumption and the heart. The first study may help explain why binge drinking sometimes causes an irregular heartbeat and a possible way to prevent it. The second study investigated why alcohol may have a negative impact on heart function in women taking estrogen replacement therapy.

23 Jul 2024

Irregular sleep and poor REM sleep linked to higher risk of chronic diseases

Longitudinal data from wearable devices linked to health records show that irregular sleep patterns and inadequate REM sleep increase the risk of chronic diseases like hypertension and depression. This emphasizes the importance of consistent and high-quality sleep for overall health.

22 Jul 2024

Exercise boosts hormone levels: New research shows increased oxytocin and cortisol in urine and saliva

Research shows that both urine and saliva samples effectively capture oxytocin and cortisol fluctuations in response to physical exercise, highlighting the robustness of these non-invasive methods.

22 Jul 2024

Amsterdam UMC to lead European consortium in search of solutions to stress among surgical team

On average, healthcare professionals involved in surgical procedures and care in hospitals experience more stress and burnout than other professional groups in Europe.

22 Jul 2024

Psilocybin reconfigures brain networks, showing potential for lasting therapeutic effects

Researchers found that high-dose psilocybin significantly disrupts brain functional connectivity, particularly in the default mode network, with lasting effects linked to therapeutic benefits.

18 Jul 2024

Short bursts of light activity can lead to better sleep, study finds

Rigorous exercise before bed has long been discouraged, but University of Otago researchers have found short bursts of light activity can lead to better sleep.

17 Jul 2024

Nighttime resistance exercise 'activity breaks' may boost sleep duration, study finds

Resistance exercise 'activity breaks' at night may improve sleep length, suggest the findings of a small comparative study published in the open access journal BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine.

17 Jul 2024

Consumer wearable devices provide clinical information similar to hospital assessment of heart disease

Monitoring of heart rate and physical activity using consumer wearable devices was found to have clinical value for comparing the response to two treatments for atrial fibrillation and heart failure.

15 Jul 2024

How short-term nighttime carb restriction boosts exercise and burns fat

Dietary modifications, like the sleep-low method, may improve exercise performance by optimizing glycogen storage and fat metabolism. A study in Nutrients shows night-time carbohydrate restriction benefits endurance and weight management.

10 Jul 2024

Nonimaging self-report tool effectively predicts coronary atherosclerosis

Researchers assessed whether non-imaging data could be used to identify people with coronary atherosclerosis.

8 Jul 2024

Study suggests gastric bypass can reduce cardiovascular disease risk, irrespective of weight loss

Researchers investigated whether Roux-en-Y gastric bypass reduces cardiovascular risk factors independent of calorie restriction and weight loss.

4 Jul 2024

Research reveals link between rooms with high ceilings and poorer examination results

Ever wondered why you performed worse than expected in that final university exam that you sat in a cavernous gymnasium or massive hall, despite countless hours, days and weeks of study? Now you have a genuine reason – high ceilings.

3 Jul 2024

Music-induced heart-rate synchronization depends on reliable physiological responses of the listener

In a concert, members of the audience can respond emotionally to music, owing to their biological synchronization to the audio input. However, the mechanism underlying this biological response is unclear.

2 Jul 2024

Touch sensitivity deteriorates with age only in regions of the body with hairless skin

Like most primates, humans are remarkably touchy-feely. Starved of touch, we release more of the stress hormone cortisol, which causes the immune system to be down-regulated and the heart rate and blood pressure to go up.

2 Jul 2024

Pain doesn’t belong on a scale of zero to 10

Over the past two years, a simple but baffling request has preceded most of my encounters with medical professionals: "Rate your pain on a scale of zero to 10."

2 Jul 2024

Study reveals exercise and GLP-1 RA combination preserves bone health during weight loss

Combining exercise with GLP-1 RA liraglutide results in significant weight loss while preserving bone health in adults with obesity.

27 Jun 2024

Moderate physical activity may be linked to reduced risk of ALS later in life

Moderate levels of physical activity and fitness may be linked to a reduced risk of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) later in life, according to a new study published in the June 26, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

26 Jun 2024

AI transforming cardiovascular care with groundbreaking diagnostic and prognostic innovations

AI tools are revolutionizing cardiovascular healthcare by enhancing diagnostics, prognostics, and biomarker detection, thus improving the precision and efficacy of care. The review also addresses the potential risks and challenges in integrating AI into clinical workflows.

25 Jun 2024

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Study shows wearable health sensors only prompt a fraction of at-home tests

Wearable devices can amplify anxiety in people with Afib

New study sheds light on irregular heartbeat risk

Irregular sleep and poor REM sleep linked to higher risk of chronic diseases

Exercise boosts hormone levels: New research shows increased oxytocin and cortisol in urine and saliva

Amsterdam UMC to lead European consortium in search of solutions to stress among surgical team

Psilocybin reconfigures brain networks, showing potential for lasting therapeutic effects

Short bursts of light activity can lead to better sleep, study finds

Nighttime resistance exercise 'activity breaks' may boost sleep duration, study finds

Consumer wearable devices provide clinical information similar to hospital assessment of heart disease

How short-term nighttime carb restriction boosts exercise and burns fat

Nonimaging self-report tool effectively predicts coronary atherosclerosis

Study suggests gastric bypass can reduce cardiovascular disease risk, irrespective of weight loss

Research reveals link between rooms with high ceilings and poorer examination results

Music-induced heart-rate synchronization depends on reliable physiological responses of the listener

Touch sensitivity deteriorates with age only in regions of the body with hairless skin

Pain doesn’t belong on a scale of zero to 10

Study reveals exercise and GLP-1 RA combination preserves bone health during weight loss

Moderate physical activity may be linked to reduced risk of ALS later in life

AI transforming cardiovascular care with groundbreaking diagnostic and prognostic innovations

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