In Canada, the demand for exercise professionals is on the rise. However, there's a lot of confusion about what exactly makes someone an exercise professional. To shed some light on this, a deep dive was taken into job listings for exercise-related roles. The focus was on what qualifications and cer
In 1874, Wilhelm Wundt published a book that would change the course of psychology. The Grundzüge der Physiologischen Psychologie was not just a book. It was a foundation. It set the stage for modern psychology. The book went through six editions between 1874 and 1911. Each edition built on the last
School meals are a big deal in the UK. They make up the largest chunk of public spending on food. This means they have the power to affect the health of many people. But how do schools decide what to serve? It often comes down to the type of contract they have for buying food. A recent study looked
The American Federation of Teachers has taken legal action against the Department of Education. The lawsuit claims that the Department has halted access to income-driven repayment plans for student loans. This move goes against Congress's clear instructions for the Department to provide these plans.
The European Prevention Curriculum has made its way to Brazil. It was launched in 2022. This curriculum is designed to boost the abilities of professionals in the field of substance use prevention. The process of adapting and implementing this curriculum in Brazil is quite interesting. It involves a
The UK government and the National Health Service have been pushing for better ways to spot and support victims of domestic abuse. They want healthcare workers to get better at this, since they are often the first ones victims talk to. But there's a problem: not enough training. This is where techno
A heated discussion unfolded in Indiana as a bill aimed at banning transgender women from collegiate sports faced intense scrutiny. The Indiana Senate Committee on Education and Career Development listened to 17 individuals, with the majority voicing their opposition to the proposed legislation.
The nursing field is in desperate need of more First Nations representatives. This is not just about fairness. It is about improving health outcomes for First Nations communities. Currently, there are big hurdles in the way of First Nations students trying to complete their nursing degrees. These ob
The American Orthopaedic Association launched a database in 2021. This database was designed to help people applying for orthopaedic surgery residency programs. It gives them a clear view of what to expect from different programs across the country. This study used that database to look at how di
The Texas Senate Bill 17, signed into law in 2023, led to the closure of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) offices at public universities in Texas. This move has sparked a significant shift in how these institutions operate and think about their core mission. The bill has forced universities t
