A 24‑year‑old former college basketball star from Louisville began feeling short of breath one November. Doctors first thought she had pleurisy, an inflammation of the lung lining, and gave her anti‑inflammatory pills. Her condition worsened; she sweated heavily at night, couldn’t lie flat without s
Technology is changing how doctors and patients talk about health. Patients can now bring their own data to visits, making appointments more useful. A home blood‑pressure monitor is a simple tool that can give doctors clear numbers. Use a validated device and check it in the office to keep
Lindsay Slater Hannigan, a professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago, blends research and coaching to help U. S. Figure Skating athletes reach their peak. She is also in Stamford, Connecticut, where she consults for NBC’s 2026 Winter Olympics broadcast. Her team is small—just a handful o
Wearable tech is changing the way we handle long-term health problems. These gadgets can track important health details. This lets doctors watch over patients even when they are not in the hospital. The World Health Organization supports this idea for managing long-term illnesses. Most wearables fo
Heart problems are sneaky. They often don't announce their arrival. But here's a cool twist: a tiny gadget on your wrist might just outsmart them. Recent studies from two big hospitals suggest that devices like the Apple Watch could be handy in spotting heart troubles early. These gadgets are like
Ferrari is stepping up its game for the 2026 Formula 1 season. They've just teamed up with WHOOP, a company that makes wearable tech to track health and fitness. This deal is worth a whopping $3. 6 billion. Both drivers, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, along with the rest of the team, will be we
A new gadget aims to make periods less of a hassle. OhmBody is a wearable tech designed just for women. It uses science to help with period symptoms. This device is making its first appearance at CES 2026. OhmBody is unique. It works with two important nerves in the body. These nerves are the vagus
Tech is always changing, and there’s a lot to keep up with. Let’s dive into some of the latest and greatest in gadgets and trends. First up, have you heard of preamps? They’re like a boost for your audio setup. But do you really need one? It depends on what you’re working with. If you’re serious ab
Oura, a small Finnish company, has made a big splash with its sleep-tracking ring. Unlike bulky smartwatches, Oura's ring is sleek, light, and screen-free. It's become a favorite among celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and CEOs, helping them track sleep and activity. But with big players like Apple
Surgeons are getting a hand from robots, but it's not all smooth sailing. Robots are now a big part of surgery, especially in minimally invasive procedures. These surgeries are less harsh on patients, but they can be tough on surgeons. The way surgeons stand and move during these operations can caus
