HEALTH

Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Board Games: More Than Just Fun!

Board games have been around for ages, and lately, researchers are finding out they're great for our brains. In Spain, a study from several universities showed that playing board games in class helps kids learn better than traditional teaching methods. Another study in Chile found that board games b

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

A New Way to Move Mental Health Patients

Imagine this: instead of using an ambulance, some hospitals are using tricked-out SUVs to transport mental health patients. South Shore Hospital and Lowell General Hospital are leading the way with this innovative solution. Why is this a big deal? Because traditional ambulances can be tied up for ho

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Movement Matters: Debunking the Standing Myth

You might have heard that standing all day is great for your health. Well, Australian researchers have some news for you: it's not the solution you think it is. A recent study showed that standing all day doesn't cancel out the negative effects of sitting too much. In fact, it could even cause probl

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

A Scientist's Journey to Better Scalps

Dr. James Kilgour had a tough time with his scalp. He dealt with rosacea, which left his skin dry and itchy. So, he set out to find a solution. He tried lots of products from stores, but none really worked. That’s when he decided to solve the problem himself. Kilgour studied medicine and later

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Unraveling Knee Forces: What Doctors Need to Know About Pivot Shift Tests

Ever wondered what goes on in your knee when doctors perform a pivot shift test? This test is crucial for checking your knee's stability, but the exact forces and twists involved are still a mystery. A recent study aimed to solve this puzzle by looking at the biggest forces and turns happening durin

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Why Nintedanib Might Solve RA-ILD's Riddle

Doctors are testing an old drug, Nintedanib, to see if it can tackle a new challenge: a lung condition called RA-ILD. Many wonder if this medication can simplify the puzzle that is RA-ILD. While some believe it could help, others remain skeptical. That's why further research is key to finding out if

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Gender Differences in PTSD: How Money Matters in Australia's Migrant Communities

You might think that the struggles of migrating to a new country would be the same for everyone. But hold on, there's more to the story. In Australia, humanitarian migrants, those who have fled their homes due to conflict or persecution, are dealing with a lot. We're talking about post-traumatic str

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Understanding Distal Femur Fracture Movements: A Modeling Study

Researchers believe that the movement at a fracture site might greatly impact the healing process of complex distal femur fractures. Tracking this motion in real life is tricky, so scientists use something called finite element modeling to get a better understanding of the mechanical environment aro

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

When Should Doctors Perform Angiography in High-Risk Heart Attacks?

Doctors often suggest doing something called "coronary angiography" early on for patients with a high risk of a certain type of heart attack called non-ST-elevation acute coronary syndrome (NSTE-ACS). This involves looking at the heart's blood vessels within 24 hours of admission. However, some stud

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Butter Recall: How Milk Went Missing on the Label

Imagine being told to throw away almost 80, 000 pounds of butter because it didn't say it contains milk. Yes, you heard right! A recent recall by Costco has people scratching their heads. The FDA stepped in and said that Kirkland Signature butter didn't clearly mention milk as an ingredient, even th

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