Many people may have undiagnosed sleep apnea, a condition that causes repeated breathing interruptions during sleep. Common symptoms include loud snoring, daytime fatigue, and poor concentration. Treatments such as CPAP therapy and the newly approved medication Zepbound can improve symptoms. Experts recommend getting a sleep test for proper diagnosis and treatment.
A new study suggests retired professional soccer players may experience neurological changes earlier than expected. Researchers found higher rates of anxiety, depression, and brain structure differences linked to memory and decision-making. While more research is needed, experts say reducing repetitive head impacts can help protect long-term brain health without discouraging sports participation.
Baycrest Health Sciences has launched a virtual hospital program that treats dementia patients in their homes or long-term care facilities, reducing stress caused by hospital visits. The initiative has cut specialized inpatient admissions by 60% and saved an estimated $177 million while helping patients receive timely, familiar, and compassionate care.
A new study found that eating vitamin K1-rich leafy greens like spinach and kale may reduce the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Researchers observed that people with the highest vitamin K1 intake had healthier lung function and a 16% lower risk of developing COPD, though quitting smoking remains the most effective prevention.
Researchers at McMaster University have developed experimental drug candidates targeting the enzyme IMPDH2, which cancer cells use to spread to the brain. The treatment aims to prevent brain metastases from lung, breast, and skin cancers. Still in pre-clinical stages, researchers hope the once-daily pill could become available within five to 10 years.
A Canadian study found swimmers who swallowed beach water contaminated with bacteria linked to seagull feces were more likely to develop stomach illnesses. While the overall risk remains low, researchers encourage beachgoers to check water quality advisories before swimming and avoid swallowing recreational water.
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