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Smart speakers and Health

University team creates heartbeat detection skill for devices Smart speakers can set a kitchen timer and tell you tomorrow’s weather, but they can also perform high-tech medical skills like monitoring babies breathing and detecting cardiac arrest. Now, researchers at University of Washington have developed another impressive skill for the devices: […]

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Downsizing without Drama

The past year has made people ask so much of their homes as people brought in work, school and exercise. It not only took a toll on the aesthetics, but also our lifestyles, said Marni Jameson, a syndicated home and lifestyle columnist with several books on downsizing. “COVID-19 changed the […]

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How to best thank a nurse

Te best way to honor America’s nurses isn’t with doughnuts or applause — although those are certainly appreciated. Take real-life action to make a difference and support our health care heroes. “The most important thing the general public can do is follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations […]

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When cold hands, feet are a medical issue

No matter the season, if the temperature around you is colder than your body temperature, your hands and feet may feel cold even indoors. Normal body temperature is around 98.6 degrees, but most buildings are kept around 68 to 70 degrees, said Dr. Steven Goldberg, chairman of the Public Education […]