You know how some people get allergies after being exposed to certain things in the air? Well, it turns out that this isn't just about what they're breathing in, but also about how their body responds to it. In people who are genetically more likely to have allergies, getting a virus or being around
A recent study in Saskatchewan aimed to explore how well-versed dietitians are in supporting Muslims who fast during Ramadan. The survey, conducted online from January 31 to February 22, 2022, shed light on their knowledge, comfort levels, and access to resources. Most dietitians (90%) understood t
Ever wondered how women feel about having someone else in the room during a proctological exam done by a male doctor? This question hasn't been studied much, so a team decided to find out. They asked female patients about their preferences: having a chaperone or not. Guidelines usually suggest using
Imagine trying to understand a complex disease like schizophrenia, but not having the right tools. That's what many patients face today. To change this, researchers have developed a new scale to measure how well people with schizophrenia understand their condition. This scale is important because it
Imagine combining the calm of meditation with the flexibility of yoga to help people with high blood pressure. That's exactly what researchers did at the Heartfulness Institute in Hyderabad. They created a special program called Integrated Approach of Heartfulness Meditation and Yoga Protocol, or IA
Health isn't just about the body; it's about the mind, the heart, and the spirit too. But when we look at the robots helping us in healthcare, something's missing – they don't quite get our spiritual side. Should robots know how to comfort our souls? Experts think so. They're even working on it! The
These days, people aren't moving as much as they should. This inactivity is a big problem, and it's something that physiotherapists-in-training need to address. Physical activity is crucial for keeping our bodies healthy and strong. So, it makes sense that those who help others stay active should be
Eastern Ontario has welcomed a new health unit, the South East Health Unit (SEHU), on New Year's Day. This unit was formed by merging three existing health units, and it's set to serve over 550, 000 residents across a vast region of nearly 20, 000 square kilometers. The creation of SEHU is a signif
A decade-long doctor at Newton Medical Practice, Dr. Zoe Tseng, was shocked when she heard the clinic was closing. She and her colleagues were to be reassigned, while other staff were offered jobs elsewhere. Tseng felt powerless and worried about her patients. This experience sparked her decision to
Dr. Jonathan Leary, a well-known New York City wellness expert, has an unconventional message: stress isn't all bad. In fact, he believes it can boost performance and memory. Leary, who has celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Drake visiting his cold plunge sessions, thinks that a moderate amount of
