Heart rate is an important sign of fetal health, yet few technologies exist to easily and inexpensively track fetal heart rates outside of doctors' offices. This can create risks for pregnancies in low-resource regions where ...
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An additional ultrasound measurement to assess resistance in fetal blood vessels can improve the decision of whether to expedite birth when a woman in the final stage of pregnancy perceives less fetal movements, according ...
Jul 17, 2025
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Imagine having blocked arteries in your legs and not knowing it. At first, there may be no symptoms at all. Just occasional fatigue, cramping or discomfort—symptoms easy to dismiss as aging or being out of shape.
Jul 10, 2025
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An alternative diagnostic method could improve early detection and treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD), according to a new study from the University of Surrey. PAD is a common condition affecting up to a quarter ...
Jul 10, 2025
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Previous studies by Oregon Health & Science University researchers have shown that taking vitamin C during pregnancy may help reduce some of the damage to infant health caused by smoking. A new study from the research team ...
Dec 6, 2024
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Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a primary malignancy of the liver and one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Early detection and accurate diagnosis are crucial for effective management and improved ...
Jul 16, 2024
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If during a pregnancy a fetus grows below normal thresholds, at each week of gestation there is an increased risk that some of its organs may not develop properly, which can adversely affect the baby's health after birth. ...
May 17, 2024
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People with less consistent brain blood flow patterns may be at greater risk of dementia and cerebrovascular disease. To explore whether regular aerobic exercise can help, researchers at Iowa State University have conducted ...
May 14, 2024
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For the first time, Purdue researchers prove that measuring mechanical motions in living cancer tissues is a viable and promising approach for predicting chemoresistance
Feb 14, 2024
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A Doppler ultrasound that measures the blood flow of small unborn babies can reveal whether or not the placenta is working properly. In case of repeated deviations from these Doppler measurements, additional monitoring of ...
Feb 5, 2024
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