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A Covid-19 tracing software tool has appeared in the settings of both Android phones and iPhones as part of an update of their operating systems. The “exposure notification” tool is switched off by default, and is not a tracing app itself. It enables an app to run in the background while still using Bluetooth. This […]
Weight Watchers employees were busier than ever these past few months, as the coronavirus pandemic heightened eating issues for many people ― from those locked down at home obsessing over what to eat, to essential workers turning to food for comfort and to soothe anxieties. A doctor who spent her days tending to COVID-19 patients, […]
As with routine check-ups, most dental appointments have been put on hold to prevent exposure to Covid-19 and save much-needed protective equipment. The vast majority of dental practices, at 79%, have closed except for emergency procedures. Another 18% of dental practices have closed completely, according to the American Dental Association. To make up for their […]
A new way of editing the code of life could correct 89% of the errors in DNA that cause disease, say US scientists. The technology, called prime editing, has been described as a “genetic word processor” able to accurately re-write the genetic code. It has been used to correct damaging mutations in the lab, including […]
In an ideal world, I’d set aside a few hours every Sunday for an elaborate meal prep routine. Tunes would be blasting as I seamlessly chopped veggies, roasted chicken, and steamed rice. After putting in a couple of hours’ work, I’d stock my fridge with pre-portioned meals and snacks, do all the dishes right away […]
Though you might think that using a cooking blowtorch is best reserved for professionals, it’s actually a great kitchen tool for home cooks of all levels. I finally invested in one recently and quickly realized that it can be used for so much more than the crème brûlée and baked Alaska that it’s often associated […]
When it comes to free weights, dumbbells, kettlebells, and barbells are all good options, but they aren’t your only options. Another effective, though less known piece of equipment? The Bulgarian bag. This niche tool, which at first glance resembles a giant life-vest-shaped sandbag, isn’t exactly new. But it does have a new fan: Halle Berry. […]
Whether you’re a beginner exerciser or a longtime gymgoer, the push-up can be a seriously challenging move. It requires technique, upper-body strength, and total-body coordination. There’s also the intimidation factor—the name alone can conjure bad boot camp class experiences or memories from grade-school fitness tests. If, like many folks, you struggle to perform push-ups correctly […]
My experience as a public health practitioner has convinced me that a lack of trust has become a critical driver of modern epidemics. We are seeing this unfold right now in the Ebola epidemic raging in the Democratic Republic of the Congo ― an epidemic that has been declared the worst in the country’s history. […]
Sick babies admitted to a neonatal unit after a difficult birth could benefit from a new bedside tool to detect brain damage, researchers believe. The team at University College London has developed a device which shines light into the brain to monitor oxygen and energy levels. Broadband near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) could help doctors assess brain […]
Facebook and Instagram are releasing a new tool to limit how much time people spend on their apps. The announcement follows concerns that excessive social media usage can have a negative impact on mental health. Users will now be able to check how much time they’ve spent scrolling, set a reminder for when they’ve reach […]
Celebrity trainer Simone De La Rue just added another workout tool to her arsenal. The founder of the Body by Simone fitness method and trainer to Jennifer Garner, Emmy Rossum, and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, among others, revealed her “new toy” Monday—parallel bars—in an Instagram video. You can check out the video, via @bodybysimone, here: De La […]