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Magnetic sensors track muscle movement, for better prosthetic limb control
“For four decades, the standard methodology for neurally controlling prostheses has been to use skin electrodes to measure muscle activation. However, to control a prosthetic limb, joint position, torque, or impedance has to be controlled, and one cannot directly...
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RFK Jr. to ease access to unapproved peptides, draft policy states
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took steps this week that could open up access to certain unapproved peptide drugs that are being promoted for wellness. In a draft policy filed Wednesday,...
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Dr. Jon LaPook explains why peptide sales are controversial
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took steps on Wednesday that could expand access to some unapproved drugs called peptides, which are being promoted for wellness. But there's not much evidence that they are safe and effective. Dr. Jon...
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10 Hacks Every Fitbit Edge User Should Know
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CTE study finds nearly 75% of ex-NFL players who died from 2008 to 2023 had brain disease
Nearly 75% of NFL players who died between 2008 and 2023 had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a new study led by Boston University researchers finds.CTE is a degenerative brain disease that is found in...
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Seven MIT affiliates elected to the National Academy of Medicine for 2026
During its annual meeting on Oct. 19, the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) announced election of 100 new members, including MIT faculty member Michael Yaffe and six MIT alumni: Steven Allen Abrams ’79; Susan L. Ettner PhD ’91; Diane...
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A soft robot could help doctors diagnose and treat disorders of the small intestine
The head and tail segments of the robot contain additional expandable anchoring balloons that take turns inflating and deflating, helping the robot move forward. These head and tail segments are coated with special patterned sleeves inspired by kirigami —...
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MS patient left in ‘horrific’ pain amid UK wide medicine shortage
After contacting her health trust for her regular repeat prescription, she said she was told there were no supplies of Nabilone available.She was told to contact her neurologist and has since been prescribed other medication.Kenning said the alternatives had...
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Google’s ‘Health Guardian’ Is Now Available for Fitbits
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Woman’s Hour – Melania Trump’s diplomacy, Philippa Gregory’s The Royal Witch, Back to Black at 20, Iron deficiency – BBC Sounds
Available for over a yearAccording to the White House, Melania Trump has taken on an unexpected diplomatic role. It's been reported that she helped to broker a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. The agreement, due to come into...
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The following is the transcript of the interview with David Becker, CBS News election law...
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