More Women Should Get Fallopian Tubes Removed to Prevent Cancer, Experts Advise
There’s no way to screen for ovarian cancer, and many women don’t get diagnosed until tumors are so advanced that their survival odds are minimal. That’s why doctors have long recommended that women with a high genetic risk for ovarian cancer get their fallopian tubes removed once they’re sure they don’t want to become pregnant. […]
Early Treatment of Diabetic Eye Disease May Not Prevent Vision Loss
Treating people in the early stages of diabetes-related eye disease may help slow the progression of the condition, but a new study also suggests that it can’t help prevent vision loss in the future. The study, published today in JAMA, included 328 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who had early-stage eye disease, […]
Listeria Concerns Lead to Recall of More Than 400 Ready-to-Eat Foods Sold in 9 States
More than 400 ready-to-eat food items sold under a variety of brand names are being recalled because of potential listeria contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall by Fresh Ideation Food Group involves prepared foods sold in stores, vending machines, and trains in Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, […]
Healthy Teeth and Gums Tied to Better Brain Health
People who are genetically predisposed to cavities and other dental issues may be more likely to develop structural changes in the brain that are associated with cognitive decline, preliminary results from a new study suggest. Previous research has linked oral health issues like gum disease, missing teeth, poor brushing habits, and plaque buildup to an […]
Could an Antidepressant Help Treat Chronic Pain?
Doctors sometimes prescribe antidepressants to treat chronic pain when other, more common pain relievers aren’t working. But new research suggests not all types of antidepressants have the desired pain-reducing effect. For the study, published February 1 in the BMJ, researchers examined 26 systematic reviews, aggregating data from 156 clinical trials involving more than 25,000 participants […]
Tesla Models Still Dominate Market Despite Musk’s Twitter Turmoil
While founder and CEO Elon Musk’s unpredictable management of Twitter has forced Tesla stock into a precipitous decline, the car maker’s models continued to remain popular for most of 2022, according to Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. For the first nine months of 2022, it reported four of the top six best-selling electric cars were […]
HP Unveils New Hybrid Gear for Remote Workforce Productivity
With the ongoing shift in workplace strategies, HP, on Wednesday at CES 2023, introduced a new hybrid line of computers and workplace accessories to meet the growing needs of displaced workers. The hybrid design provides greater flexibility and freedom in users’ personal lives. However, it also brings its own set of challenges for people to […]
Some Unusual Tech Emerges at CES
Not all the gadgetry announced at the Consumer Electronics Show this year solves only business problems. Some of the new tech helps people have fun, keep track of stuff, or improve personal spaces. Here is a summary of three new items that check those boxes. We found this emerging tech intriguing, and you might wonder […]
Dissecting the Pre-CES Wave of PC and Chip Vendor Competition
Often, much of the interesting drama at CES happens off the floor by firms that aren’t directly participating in the show. That was true again this year when Lenovo and Nvidia stood out from their peers by aggressively moving in a variety of directions and showcasing a depth of products that were largely unmatched in […]