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Researchers have identified how changes in one's gut bacteria influence signs of aging and how transplants can help reverse them.

A U.K. patient suffering from a persistent COVID-19 infection had it for 505 days before unfortunately dying in hospital in 2021.

A new meta-analysis has shown a lack of long-term improvement in health-related quality of life when taking antidepressants.

Researchers have found over a dozen kinds of microplastics at least 3μm in size in lung tissue samples taken from living humans.

Researchers from the University of Toronto Scarborough have found easily installed UV-LED lights can easily decontaminate spaces.

Low-level alcohol consumption's supposed benefits on the risk of cardiovascular disease have been challenged by a new study.

Microplastic particles have been detected in human blood samples for the first time, including PET, polystyrene, and polyethylene.

A man in his 50s has been diagnosed with lingua villosa nigra, or black hairy tongue, after suffering a stroke months earlier.

Biotech company EvodiaBio has recreated the taste of normal beer for its non-alcoholic beers with molecules called monoterpenoids.

2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) is widespread as a herbicide and defoliant and has been found in a third of the population.

A new meta-analysis has produced optimal diets that could improve your life expectancy by up to ten years for younger individuals.

Researchers from University College London have found an association between the Pol I and Pol III genes and longer lifespans.

Piezoelectric and triboelectric dressings may help facilitate wound healing and tissue regeneration by generating electric fields.

A new study shows that higher olive oil consumption is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cancer.

A new analysis of German transport data has shown a correlation between increased cycling habits and higher education levels.

New research has shown how high-income countries changing to plant-based diets would increase carbon capture from the atmosphere.

Beyond Meat is continuing its collaboration with Yum! Brands to add vegan and vegetarian-friendly meat substitutes to KFC's menu.

A new study has shown how certain bacteria found in the gut microbiome of red-meat eaters increase the risk of heart disease.

The link between increased sugar intake and the risk of mental disorder in susceptible mice has been elucidated with new research.

Mark Zuckerberg with his wife Priscilla Chan have invested billions into analyzing any biological processes in the human body.

This AI-powered wearable can successfully predict heart failure at a rate of 80%

In a time when every new product must be 'smart', does a connected water bottle actually improve health outcomes? Let's see.

An aspiring startup has put a working ECG inside a business card to show off how accessible the technology can be.

New microchip has some unique features.

Teenagers spending too much time on social networking sites could be at risk of mental health problems?

Video games to help people... lose weight?!

BlackBerry is looking for niche business opportunities.

Some doctors are worried about potential health issues related to newer wearable products.

Wearables may be popular among consumers, but show true potential in health industry.

More than 1 billion people are at risk of hearing-related problems due to loud volume from smartphones and audio devices, WHO says.

Psychologist breaks down the motives behind gamers as they literally play to death.

As smart technology continues, some are worried that connected technologies could lead humans to be in less control of our lives.

A discussion on the different ways to use Microsoft's Kinect tech and what we may see in the future, beyond just gaming.

Vitalsines is claiming to help you measure your life expectancy and more with their new Indiegogo product and app made for iOS devices.

The saturation of mobile devices is only adding to physical injuries people are suffering.

French-based ANSES says 3D for children under six can lead to vision problems, and should be avoided.

Oculus VR doesn't want Sony to rush its Project Morpheus headset without solving motion sickness issues.

Nintendo moving forward with its health technology business, and hopes a sleep sensor will keep its customers healthier.

Samsung pledges $50 million to help startups and companies trying to innovate digital health efforts industry-wide.

Cefaly headband is FDA approved fr treating migraines, sounds like a tens unit.

Opternative online eye test promises to accurately diagnose your eye condition and give you a prescription for glasses.

Oral-B will show off its Bluetooth equipped toothbrushes at MWC 2014 that interface with a smartphone app.

Apple said to be including health-tracking software in iOS8. Is the iWatch launch imminent?