Older adults often face the risk of falls, and medications can play a big role in this. To tackle this issue, a new approach called SNOWDROP was tested. It includes a tool for doctors to give personalized advice on adjusting medications and a portal for patients to learn more and prepare questions. The study involved six medical practices and 84 patients, with an ave...
Mondays are not just a drag on your mood; they might be secretly harming your health. Researchers from the University of Hong Kong discovered that older adults who feel anxious on Mondays have significantly higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol in their bodies for up to two months. This isn't just a minor issue—it's a serious health concern. Cortisol is your ...
Cannabis use among parents and pregnant individuals is a topic that needs more attention. While many studies focus on the potential benefits of cannabis, very few explore the experiences of those who are pregnant or parenting while using it. This gap is especially noticeable when it comes to medical cannabis users who are treating conditions like chronic pain or anxi...
Researchers wanted to know how sperm quality affects the chances of getting pregnant. They studied couples trying to have a baby. The study looked at the quality of sperm and how likely the couple was to conceive each month. The study found that sperm quality matters. Couples with better sperm quality had a higher chance of getting pregnant each month. This is impor...
Nurses in Italy have been dealing with a big change in how they care for patients. This change is called telecare. It's like using video calls to check on patients instead of visiting them in person. It became really popular after the COVID-19 pandemic. The idea is to make healthcare easier to access, no matter where you are or what time it is. But it's not all smoo...
Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a tough condition to treat. It's not just about food; it's a complex mental health issue. A new therapy called Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) is trying to change that. It focuses on something called "overcontrol, " which is a big part of AN. The idea is to help people with AN become more open and flexible in their thinki...
Death data is a big deal. It helps us understand health trends and make better decisions. But sometimes, the reasons behind deaths are not clear. These are called "ill-defined deaths" or "garbage codes. " To make sense of this, experts use a process called redistribution. In Belgium, France, and Slovenia, a good chunk of death data is unclear. In 2017, Belgium had 3...
Nanoplastics are tiny bits of plastic that are everywhere. They are in the air, water, and even our food. Scientists wanted to see what happens when these tiny plastic bits meet our gut cells. They used a special type of gut cell called Caco-2 cells to find out. These cells are like the ones in our intestines. The scientists looked at how polystyrene nanoparticles, ...
Pregnant women with obesity often worry about their baby's health. New research shows that insulin levels in these moms during pregnancy might affect their baby's fat and DNA. This study looked at 232 mom-baby pairs. It found that higher insulin levels in moms at 18-20 weeks of pregnancy were linked to more belly fat in their newborns. This was true even after consid...
Ever wonder why some people have strong friendships and support systems while others struggle? A big study looked into this. It found that what happens in your childhood can really shape your friendships and social support as an adult. The study involved over 200, 000 people from 22 different countries. It showed that having good health, a stable family life, and str...