Nike Goes Hybrid, Apple Eyes Health Glasses, Mayo Targets Aging

August 4, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes.

Today's top stories:

• Mayo Clinic publishes studies advancing the science of senescent "zombie" cells, identifying new biomarkers of biological aging to build the foundation for targeted longevity therapies
• Apple reportedly positions future smart glasses as a health and fitness device, hiring a product leader to extend its wearables health strategy beyond the Apple Watch
• Nike launches Hybrid, a new footwear platform built for hybrid training and racing, signaling long-term investment in fitness's fastest-growing category

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