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An experimental dermal implant changes color in the presence of high acidity or blood glucose, potentially allowing diabetics and other patients to monitor their wellbeing without taking samples. The implant material can be integrated into tattoo ink formulations, making them Read more
Cutting back on carbs affects everyone’s bodies differently. Some people may find success sticking to a low-carb diet for weight loss, while some might not find it sustainable — and that’s OK. Others purposely cut out carbs for health reasons Read more
A Utahn has recently died after undergoing weight-loss surgery in Tijuana, Mexico, state health officials said. After the surgery, the patient tested positive for an antibiotic-resistant form of a bacteria, according to the Utah Department of Health. The person was Read more
Scientists have wiped out the entire population of mosquitoes on two islands in southern China using radical techniques to render the males infertile, according to a new study that could transform the fight against a range of deadly diseases. Over Read more
Eating a plant-based diet may significantly lower type 2 diabetes risk, according to a newly published Harvard study. The research builds upon a growing base of studies highlighting the potential benefits of following a mostly meat-free diet, including a lowered Read more