Orthopaedic surgery is a demanding field. It requires long hours and intense focus. But what happens when residents become parents? The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) has set a standard. They require at least six weeks of paid leave for residents and fellows. This leave
A recent study looked at how concussions affect the muscles in the neck. The focus was on two things: when athletes can safely go back to playing sports and if they are more likely to get hurt afterward. The study involved 30 teens, mostly girls, around 16 years old. They had MRIs of their neck mus
The Trump administration struck a deal with Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly to lower the cost of GLP-1 drugs. These drugs help with weight loss, diabetes, and other health issues. Starting soon, people will pay about $350 a month for these injectable drugs. This price will drop to $250 over the next two
A recent deal will allow Medicare to cover weight loss drugs, but it comes with a hefty price tag. The prices for drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy will drop significantly when bought through Medicare and Medicaid. Ozempic will cost $350 per month instead of $1, 000, and Wegovy will be $350 instead of $
Insomnia is a common sleep problem. It's tough to treat. A recent study looked at two drugs: zolpidem and clobazam. They wanted to see how these drugs affect the brain and sleep. The study checked serum BDNF levels. BDNF is a protein that helps brain cells grow. It also looked at sleep quality and
In today's fast-paced world, the transportation sector is a backbone of modern society. It's no surprise that the well-being of its workers is crucial. A recent study dug into how job satisfaction, stress, and mental health are connected. It also looked at how gender and education level might influe
Doctors deal with a lot of X-ray images. They need to spot new diseases. But they also need to remember old ones. This is tricky. It's like trying to learn a new language while not forgetting your mother tongue. Computers face the same problem. They can learn new things. But they often forget old in
Celebrities like Dua Lipa and Paul Mescal are sparking a new trend among Gen Z: smoking cigarettes. This isn't just about lighting up; it's about the image. These stars are making smoking look stylish and cool, and their young fans are taking notice. The trend is visible everywhere, from social med
In Israel, a unique training program for clinical psychologists is tackling a big question: how do therapists balance their personal beliefs with their professional work? This program brings together people from different religious and cultural backgrounds, including Ultra-Orthodox Jews, Arab Muslim
Cancer is tough. It's a battle that changes lives in many ways. But did you know that having strong spiritual beliefs can make a big difference in how happy a person feels during this time? This is what a study wanted to find out. It looked at how spiritual needs affect life satisfaction in cancer p
