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FDA authorizes fruit-flavored vapes for adults

For the first time ever, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the sale of fruit-flavored e-cigarettes ("vapes") for adults 21 and over.

May 6, 2026

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Largest study of its kind tests hydration strategy for kidney stones

Kidney stones can cause some of the most intense pain people ever experience, affecting daily life and leading many to hospital emergency visits. It affects one in 11 people in the U.S., and almost half will experience a ...

Mar 19, 2026

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Smart vest to prevent hypothermia deaths in elderly

Scientists have developed a smart textile vest which can monitor body temperature and detect risk of hypothermia in older people. The technology aims to mitigate the increased risk that elderly people face due to losing body ...

Feb 10, 2026

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Gamified platform helps children with neurodiversity and anxiety

A 7-year-old child has an anxiety attack at school. She becomes frustrated and angry. Instead of letting her emotions explode, she remembers what she learned in therapy sessions: to breathe in a controlled manner. Minutes ...

Jan 23, 2026

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AI-powered wearable boosts preventative care for elderly

University of Arizona researchers in the Gutruf Lab have developed a comfortable, easy-to-use wearable device that incorporates artificial intelligence to detect subtle warning signs of frailty, signifying a leap forward ...

Dec 22, 2025

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Low-cost biosensor identifies protein linked to depression and schizophrenia in saliva

Brazilian researchers have developed a low-cost, portable biosensor that can quickly identify a protein whose altered levels are associated with psychiatric disorders, such as depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. ...

Oct 29, 2025

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Portable sensor detects synthetic cannabinoids in e-cigarettes and biological fluids

Even though electronic cigarettes do not contain any illicit substances, the liquid can cause serious health problems. Often, the nicotine concentration in these products is several times higher than in conventional cigarettes, ...

Oct 9, 2025

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Smart shoe insert could improve mobility for people with walking problems

Maintaining balance while walking may seem automatic—until suddenly it isn't. Gait impairment, or difficulty with walking, is a major liability for stroke and Parkinson's patients. Not only do gait issues slow a person down, ...

Sep 23, 2025

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A smart sensor for muscles and tissues provide real-time insights

Engineers at Duke University have developed a wireless patch that can noninvasively measure skin and tissue stiffness at depths of up to a couple of inches. Already smaller than a smartwatch, the device could be a gateway ...

Sep 4, 2025

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