CareDx just decided to sell off one of its smaller businesses so it can double down on the parts that are actually making money. The company’s president once said the division being sold—Lab Products, which makes test kits used worldwide—operates differently from the rest of their business. That’s b
Caregiving is tough. It's even tougher when the person you're caring for has dementia. A recent study in Slovenia looked at how tech, like telecare, can help. Telecare is tech that helps older adults stay safe and independent at home. It can be things like sensors that detect falls or wearables that
Male infertility is a growing issue, but traditional semen tests might not tell the whole story. These tests often come up short, leaving many questions unanswered. That's where sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) comes in. SDF is a newer way to look at male infertility, but it's not yet clear how it conn
Male infertility without a clear cause is a big puzzle in medicine. Scientists are now looking at tiny organisms, called microbes, that live in and on our bodies. These microbes might play a big role in male fertility. Over the last 20 years, research has shifted from focusing on genes and oxidativ
Caregivers in long-term care homes often face overwhelming demands. Their jobs are tough, with residents who have complex needs and organizations that expect a lot. To understand how this affects them, researchers studied 28 caregivers from six homes in New Brunswick, Canada. They used special tools
Caregivers for individuals with Alzheimer's and similar conditions have a tough job. They are responsible for ensuring that their loved ones take the right medications at the right times. However, the tools available to help them with this task are often not up to the mark. These tools, whether digi
Care aides are the unsung heroes in long-term care homes, providing essential support to residents. They handle daily activities and ensure residents get the attention they need. But this job is tough and can lead to high stress and job dissatisfaction. While we know a lot about what causes stress a
Male fertility problems are more common than you might think. They can be caused by many things. These include lifestyle choices, health issues, and even where a man lives. A recent study looked at many different studies to find out more. The study found that things like age, weight, and smoking ca
Caregivers have a significant impact on the language development of infants, especially those at risk for autism. But does the caregiver's own traits influence how much help they can provide? This is a question that has been explored in a recent study. The study looked at how caregivers with diffe
Caregivers, whether they are professionals or family members, often face high levels of stress. This stress can lead to burnout, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Several factors contribute to this stress. Environmental factors include feeling overwhelmed by workload and responsibilities, dea
