A test that could save generations of men. Have you gotten your teeth cleaned recently? Have balance issues? Boredom isn’t always a bad thing.

A test that could save generations of men.

Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of death in American men, and most cases can only be diagnosed after a biopsy. Luckily, new research in the journal E-bio Medicine reveals a new urine test that could significantly reduce the need for these procedures. It detects three biomarkers present in prostate tumors, and makes an accurate diagnosis even when a blood test comes back normal.

Have you gotten your teeth cleaned recently?

A new study in the journal Frontiers In Oral Health has revealed that about one in three adults skipped their dentist appointment in the past year. But it’s not just out of laziness. The research reveals that the trend is mostly due to the cost of care and a lack of insurance coverage. These findings suggest that dental care needs to be integrated into overall healthcare.

Have balance issues?

It may be your shoes. Difficulty with walking is a top cause of falls, and most solutions involve physical therapy that takes time and money. However, researchers have created a wearable electronic shoe insert that can analyze a user’s movement patterns and predict balance issues. It can also pair to other assistive devices to help prevent a fall before an injury occurs.

Boredom isn’t always a bad thing.

A new study in the journal Emotion reveals that feeling bored is actually a psychological signal. It pushes us to seek new experiences that aid in growth, excitement, or just simply create change. The researchers say this evolutionary perspective of boredom helps us understand why people make decisions against their own self-interest.