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Kinesio taping offers limited benefits for treating musculoskeletal pain and mobility16:35 Kinesio taping, or 'KT tape' as it's usually known-widely used to ease joint/muscle pain and boost range of movement-may not be all that effective, suggests a pooled data analysis of the existing evidence, published in the online journal BMJ Evidence Based Medicine. Boosting retail sales and nutrition through entrance-level produce displays16:35 Placing fruit and vegetable sections near supermarket entrances increases the amount purchased and may improve the quality of women's diets, according to a new study funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Trump’s one big beautiful bill act darkens outlook for government-backed clinics12:49 Bluestem Health, a clinic that serves low-income and uninsured patients in Lincoln, Nebraska, has lost money for the last two years. Large study links more siblings to better bereavement coping7:18 Having more brothers and sisters may make it easier to cope with the death of a parent, in midlife, particularly when it's the mother who dies, suggests research published online in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health. Sleep duration and genetics interact to affect functional health7:18 Lifestyle-behavioral factors and socioeconomic status play an important role in shaping healthy aging, but their effects may differ depending on your DNA, according to a new international study led by Adelaide University researchers. New research links humor to improved wellbeing in later life7:18 Humor plays a vital role in helping older adults cope with the challenges of aging and staying socially connected, according to new research. Blood test may detect cognitive decline years before symptoms5:06 A blood test could help identify people at higher risk of cognitive decline years before a traditional diagnosis is possible – according to University of East Anglia research. Early treatment helps patient recover from rare kidney disorder5:06 When Bradley Lawrence gained 25 pounds in two weeks and started experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath, he quickly sought care at NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn. Advocate Health embraces drone technology for faster patient service5:06 Advocate Health announced Thursday it will launch the nation's largest hospital-based drone delivery network, transforming how many of its patients receive prescriptions and home health supplies, while also reducing turnaround time for lab results, which are vital to timely diagnosis and treatment. Common antibacterial soaps and wipes may worsen antibiotic resistance crisis5:06 An international team of scientists is warning that everyday antibacterial soaps, wipes, sprays, and other "germ‑killing" products are quietly contributing to the global rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) while providing no added health benefit for most consumer uses. |