The study looks at whether a mix of money‑support and self‑control training can stop anxiety and sadness in young people who live in cities with big poverty. Researchers are testing this idea in three countries: Colombia, Nepal and South Africa. Instead of treating only the money problem or only
Stroke patients often need extra care to regain independence. Two common settings for this help are inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). Researchers wanted to see which setting lets patients return home sooner, a sign that they are functioning well. Th
The American Medical Association plans a nationwide effort called “Have You Asked Your Doctor? ” to counter health myths and rebuild faith in medical science. The campaign will launch later this year, but the organization has not yet revealed its budget. Details are expected to follow in upcoming
The idea that only kombucha can help your stomach is outdated. New studies show many drinks, from kefir to beet kvass, bring good bacteria and antioxidants into your diet. Scientists say a strong gut microbiome is key to overall health, even affecting mood and immunity. They recommend choosing dr
Older adults often lose muscle power and the ability to move well. These losses can lead to many health problems, but scientists are still figuring out how everyday fun activities affect different parts of fitness. A new study looked at people who live in the community and are not in hospitals or
Living with joint pain can feel like a daily hurdle. When arthritis takes over, doctors often suggest hip or knee replacement to bring back comfort and mobility. A recent study looked at a large group of people over time to see what habits or conditions might lower the chance of needing that surgery
The initiative that began in 1995 is now entering its thirtieth year. It started as a simple push to make people think about oral health and the risks that can lead to cancer. Over the years, it has grown into a national conversation that reaches schools, workplaces and health clinics. In t
The fight against vancomycin‑resistant enterococci, or VRE, is a global challenge that hits hardest where medical resources are thin. In Southwest Ethiopia, researchers focused on people living with HIV to see how often VRE shows up and what might push its spread. VRE lives in the gut for months,
When cadets at military academies tear their ACL, surgery often follows—and the type of graft used can shape their recovery journey. New research looks at how different grafts impact not just physical strength but also mental confidence during rehabilitation. Quadriceps strength, a key factor in kne
Doctors often treat shoulder instability with surgery when other methods fail. Two common procedures are Bankart repair with remplissage (BR) and the Latarjet method. Both aim to fix damage where the shoulder joint repeatedly pops out of place. But which one actually works better? Researchers looke
