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The science of heartbreak: A spouse’s death boosts risk of cardiac arrhythmia
Heartbreak, it turns out, is more than just a metaphor: After the death of one’s spouse, people are at higher risk of having an abnormal heartbeat, a new study finds. Why it matters: We know emotions can have physical effects. So-called “broken heart syndrome,” which...

Synthetic voices, as unique as fingerprints
Rupal Patel at TEDWomen 2013 · 11:44 · Filmed Dec 2013 - I'd like to talk today about a powerful and fundamental aspect of who we are: our voice. Each one of us has a unique voiceprint that reflects our age, our size, even our lifestyle and personality. In the words...

Wearables help stroke victims
Author: Eric Butterman Imagine the feeling of not being able to do all the routine, effortless movements you’ve always performed. The motion of brushing your teeth. Putting one foot in front of the other to walk your dog. Even raising a spoon of cereal to your lips to...

They saved my father’s life: Daughters called 112 when dad had a stroke
Story by : Christer Wik On Saturday, 10 September, Henrik Bystrom from Kil, Sweden, had a stroke. His daughters Hanna and Ella were of course afraid, but quickly called 112. - You did the right thing. That's why Henry is sitting here today. It is very important to get...

Stroke risk higher for younger than older pregnant women
Written by Honor Whiteman Published on https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/ Older women are usually considered at greater risk of pregnancy complications than younger women. However, when it comes to stroke during pregnancy, a new study suggests it is younger women who...