“Kaiser executives say they don’t use AI to make patient care decisions, but they won’t say what technology is behind the online questionnaires that automatically determine whether patients need urgent appointments and assess whether they might be a threat to themselves,” said Carolyn Steele, a behavioral therapist in San Francisco. “Whatever Kaiser wants to say, … Read more
Many of the everyday staples that sit quietly in Indian kitchens are more powerful than we give them credit for. These common, inexpensive foods are packed with nutrients that can provide support It improves heart health, bowel function, regulates blood sugar, and even helps reduce inflammation over time. Some may even have protective, anti-cancer properties … Read more
We’ve all tried to lose weight, right? You know exercise, lots of exercise, very little food, constant checks in the mirror and scales. And while the old calorie-in method certainly works better than the calorie-out method, restrictive diets and brutal, sweat-filled workouts can dry up our resolve after a while. No wonder only 10 to … Read more
Washington — Makers of dietary supplements are pushing the Food and Drug Administration to expand the types of ingredients they can put in their products, a change that could open the way for the marketing of peptides, probiotics and other cutting-edge health offerings. The FDA held a public meeting on Friday to discuss its long-standing … Read more
Encouraging seniors to stay active, or start exercising, is the goal of a new community event coming to Chilliwack. The Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA in Chilliwack is hosting Active Aging Day on Wednesday, April 15. “If people are active, how do we keep them active? If they’re not active, how do we get them active? … Read more
The Aura Ring has become synonymous with smart rings like Kleenex has with tissues. With a 74% share of the category, according to Ommedia’s November 2025 report, it has helped define the overall health coverage category. As someone who spent months on my Aura Ring data, I thought I had a pretty good handle on … Read more
Some industry experts have said the UK could face drug shortages within “weeks” if the war in Iran continues. New feature In short Quick stories. The same credible journalism. Experts have expressed concern that the ongoing conflict, which affects key transport routes, could affect the flow of drugs to Britain. The war has already cut … Read more
A recent study published in Social Psychology and Personality Science suggests that people with social anxiety experience more meaningful and playful social interactions when communicating through digital channels or in small groups. The findings provide evidence that adjusting the social environment to feel more in control helps socially anxious individuals get the most out of … Read more
This as stated article is based on a conversation with Lauren Cody, Director of Orange Theory Fitness. It has been edited for length and clarity. Rarely are two days the same. I travel a lot, but what I try to keep consistent is some kind of routine. The triangle of sleep, exercise, and nutrition are … Read more
Lauren Kim, 33, content creator. Courtesy of Justin Burchel/Manuscript via REUTERS Lauren Lees, 33, experienced symptoms for years before doctors were able to piece things together. “I was dealing with GI (gastrointestinal) issues and fatigue,” she says. “I came to health out of necessity.” She is among a growing number of young people in the … Read more