Older adults keep their cool in hot weather

A study found that older adults became more uncomfortable in high heat sooner, but it didn't affect their moods as much as younger folks.

Sara Zaske-Washington State • futurity
Oct. 22, 2024 ~5 min

Quick exercise bursts enhance cognitive function

New research finds that bursts of exercise, like cycling or HIIT workouts, can improve memory, attention, and other cognitive functions.

Keith Hamm - UC Santa Barbara • futurity
Oct. 22, 2024 ~5 min


American teens feel pressure in 6 areas of life

A new study flips the typical approach in research about youth and social media by first listening to teens about the pressures they face.

Nikki Livingston - Indiana U. • futurity
Oct. 21, 2024 ~7 min

Blood test diagnoses heart attacks in minutes, not hours

"We were able to invent a new technology that can quickly and accurately establish if someone is having a heart attack."

Johns Hopkins University • futurity
Oct. 21, 2024 ~5 min

More weight-loss drug access could save 40k lives yearly

"Expanding access to these medications is not just a matter of improving treatment options but also a crucial public health intervention."

Yale • futurity
Oct. 21, 2024 ~7 min

What’s behind the rise in ADHD diagnoses?

October is ADHD Awareness Month. An expert digs into the rise in ADHD diagnoses among children and adults and the signs to look out for.

Dan Bernardi - Syracuse U. • futurity
Oct. 18, 2024 ~7 min

How well do combo tests for COVID and flu work?

New combination tests for flu and COVID-19 are here. An expert explains everything you need to know about the new tests.

Emory University • futurity
Oct. 15, 2024 ~8 min

Skin tone could affect how well your meds work

A new paper offers insights into the impact of skin pigmentation on drug efficacy and safety.

Iqbal Pittalwala - UC Riverside • futurity
Oct. 14, 2024 ~8 min


Games and puzzles can slow cognitive decline

Games, puzzles and reading can slow cognitive decline in the elderly—even in those with mild cognitive impairment, research suggests.

Texas A&M University • futurity
Oct. 14, 2024 ~5 min

Gene may stop diabetic kidney disease progression

A new treatment approach may help prevent or reduce the progression of diabetic kidney disease, researchers report.

Gregory Filiano-Stony Brook • futurity
Oct. 14, 2024 ~5 min

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