When he first tried, Malakai found playing the yidaki very difficult. The ancient instrument is more commonly known as the didjeridu. Playing it requires circular breathing – a technique which ensures the yidaki can produce a continuous tone without interruption. “You blow through your mouth and breathe in through your nose,” the Gunaikurnai teenager explains. “Every day […]

Source: Katerina May/Unsplash Cowritten by Sukhman Rekhi & Tchiki Davis. Meditation is a technique that encourages us to develop mindfulness and awareness in the present moment as a means to instill calmness and clarity into our bodies and our daily lives (Behan, 2020). Hundreds of meditation techniques exist today, all of which cater to different […]

US scientists have developed an ingestible device that can safely monitor vital signs like breathing and heart rate from inside of us, providing patients with easier access to health care without the need to go to hospital. The so-called vitals-monitoring pill, or VM pill, has been described in the journal Device. Unlike implantable devices such […]

Regaining confidence after a fall can be one of the toughest challenges faced by a rider. Photo by Au_Cr/shutterstock If you’ve ridden horses for any length of time, you know that falling is part of the process. Some riders have the tendency to land on their feet like a cat and make it look like […]

A study led by Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that a sensor-embedded pill can accurately track vital signs in patients being treated for sleep apnea and can be used to monitor fentanyl overdoses. Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital are reporting good results from a study that used a sensor-embedded ‘pill’ to monitor a patient’s […]

Pope Francis, who is suffering from lung inflammation, is in “good and stable” condition, receiving antibiotic therapy intravenously, and will limit his activities for the next few days in order to conserve his strength, the Vatican said on Monday. Spokesman Matteo Bruni said in a statement that a CT scan at a Rome […]

A new pill-sized sleep monitor can be is ingestible and tracks sleep data. (Credit: Getty Images) Researchers have developed a new ingestible sleep monitor that measures vital signs in a unique way — as it moves through the digestive system. Fo older adults, such a novel capsule, which records a person’s breathing and heart rate, […]

ISLAMABAD: While telemedicine is the most effective way to reach out to patients and provide them treatment without wasting time, doctors of as many as five health facilities, including Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims), received training in dealing with pediatric emergency. In several incidents, patients, especially children, breath their last while shifting them to […]

The in charge of newborn unit Nurse Shekilah Cheruiyot prepares bedding for preterm babies, at Margaret Kenyatta Mother Baby, at Nakuru Level Five Hospital. [Mercy Kahenda, Standard] There is hope in reducing infant deaths in Kenya, following the adoption of a drug that manages breathing problems in newborns. The Ministry of Health has adopted the use of caffeine […]

The in charge of newborn unit Nurse Shekilah Cheruiyot prepares bedding for preterm babies, at Margaret Kenyatta Mother Baby, at Nakuru Level Five Hospital. [Mercy Kahenda, Standard] There is hope in reducing infant deaths in Kenya, following the adoption of a drug that manages breathing problems in newborns. The Ministry of Health has adopted the use of caffeine […]

8 Anthony Martial has not had much to shout about for a while, but one thing is for sure. He does know how to find the back of the net versus the Toffees. His strike today was the ninth time he has stuck the ball past the Merseysiders. The Frenchman has had a problematic season, […]

Tai chi is a form of martial arts that focuses on slow and gentle movements paired with breathing exercises. New research suggests that long-term tai chi practice may improve symptoms and reduce complications in individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Not only is tai chi easy to start, but it is suitable for all fitness levels and […]

Treatment of arrhythmia is always challenging. Have you ever noticed your heart pump faster or skip? Have you ever tried meditation or breathing exercises where the heart rate can be fast or slow? Or do you have a heart disease that causes palpitations? If so, you are familiar with a condition known as arrhythmia. Read […]

Sometimes it is hard to just pause, breathe, and calm down. We use this type of phrasing figuratively all the time but there are many real indicators of the benefits of taking a breath, especially when that breath is through your nose. Lots of evidence also supports the nose-to-toes effects of nasal breathing. Dropping from […]

One day, as a neuroscience undergraduate, I took my seat in a lecture hall, pulled out my laptop and prepared for another day of learning about the fascinating organ that is the brain. Without any prior warning, the lecturer plugged in his computer system and Dion DiMucci’s “The Wanderer” began to play. As the lyrics […]

Yoga Nidra is a systematic method that involves complete physical, emotional, and mental relaxation. In it, we learn to surf between wakefulness and sleep. Written by Tavishi Dogra |Updated : November 26, 2023 6:01 PM IST The techniques in yoga are gentle and restorative to begin the day, harness strength and stability to maintain it […]

Fitbit The Fitbit is one of the most popular fitness trackers on the market. But with five different options — plus the special basic Fitbit Ace 3 for kids — it can be hard to know which Fitbit makes the most sense for you, especially when a lot of the features overlap. For example, every […]

0 New Smart Capsule Ingestible for Sleep Apnea Monitoring In a revolutionary study led by researchers from MIT and West Virginia University, a new ingestible smart capsule has been developed to monitor vital signs in patients with sleep apnea. The clinical study, published in the journal Device, was a collaborative effort between Italian Giovanni Traverso, […]

Stress and anxiety are considered to be normal, but can be overwhelming for some. People may often use the terms interchangeably as they have similar symptoms such as restlessness and muscle tension. But both these conditions are actually our body’s reaction to danger or threat, and a natural part of the fight-or-flight response. There are […]

During a panic attack, your mind might be racing with uncontrollable thoughts and worries. You might also be flooded with negative memories. In an Instagram reel, Dr. Jason Singh suggests a popular mindfulness technique to engage your parasympathetic nervous system and direct your attention to your senses. Grounding methods such as this 5-4-3-2-1 technique give your […]

















