Medical Dialogues

First-of-its-kind probe monitors fetal health in utero during surgery: Study

Researchers from Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago have developed the first device that can continuously track a fetus’s vital signs while still ...

Heat, Sweat, and Motion: A wearable hydrogel for real-time cardiorespiratory monitoring

FAYETTEVILLE, GA, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Continuous monitoring of heart rate and ...
The Print

Can showering in the dark before bed give you better sleep?

There is little research on dark showering as a standalone sleep technique. However, sleep science is clear about two key factors this ritual changes: light and heat.

The science behind the trend for showering in the dark before bed

The latest wellness trend and "sleep hack" involves switching off the bathroom light before stepping into the shower. In the dimness, the water feels louder, the day's visual clutter fades and the ...